Our Stories
For over 55 years, Oakridge Neighborhood has been changing lives through stable housing and responsive programming for residents and others in the community.
There are many stories of success. Here are just a few of our #OakridgeStrong stories.
Oak Studio
Welcome to Oak Studio Teen Tech Center located at Mainframe Studios, open to ALL metro-area teens ages 13-21! Drop in any time. It is free to use the equipment and resources available. Adult mentors are available to assist if you need. A member of The Clubhouse...
Meet Najmo Abukar
Resident Najmo Abukar is a shining star participating in Oakridge Neighborhood's youth programming. But before joining in Oakridge's afterschool program full-time in 2018, Najmo was quiet and introverted. Her younger brothers were active participants in the youth...
Taking Their Shot
Oakridge Neighborhood resident Peter Ngo was drawn to my attention by the managing editor of an area television station. He'd received a call from Peter, saying the station only covered news from Oakridge Neighborhood when something negative happened. He wanted the...
Oakridge Neighborhood: Serving Our Refugee and Immigrant Neighbors
Over 70 percent of Oakridge Neighborhood's residents are refugees and immigrants, a community of people gaining stability while preparing for the next step in their life's journey. We are uniquely suited to providing our neighbors not only quality housing but also...
James Turner: Oakridge Neighborhood was “Family”
James Turner recalls a story from his childhood at Oakridge Neighborhood. "I was on a bike and I tried to jump a dumpster. I cracked my head. Neighbors I didn't know took me to the hospital. It was like that...a strong, positive community and safe. Everyone stuck...
