This was the closest we have ever come to our goal, achieving over 75% of it! To everyone who donated, shared our posts, and talked about our work in the community this year: Thank you. For a long time, Pier 360 has been a bit of a hidden gem. The awareness raised in September will bring even more support to peers across the SW Washington community. A special shoutout goes to our staff and volunteers. Your daily contributions to our organization and the community are invaluab

We are grateful to the Community Foundation of Southwest Washington, the Firstenburg Foundation, and the Ed and Dollie Lynch Fund for their investment in Pier 360. Their support allows us to continue creating spaces where people can connect, find support, build skills, and move toward wellness and recovery on their own terms. Thank you for believing in this work, investing in our community, and supporting us in sharing hope, empowering renewal, and supporting recovery. We are

Thank you for being here! Below are October's special offerings. This October, we have weekly events planned to celebrate Fall and Halloween. Please join us! Outings & Activities For all outings, please register in person at Pier 360 West at least 48 hours in advance. Limited transportation is available to and from Pier 360 West only. Disc Golf Thursday, October 1 | 1:00 PM Glenwood Community Church Disc Golf Course12201 NE 72nd Ave., Vancouver, WA 98686 Transportation from P

Thank you for being here. Below are September's special offerings. This September we are participating in GiveMore24! it is also Recovery Month and Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month. Some things to note are Labor Day (9/7/26) and Staff Development Day (9/2/26) we will be closed. Refer to the calendar for the most accurate information. Outings & Activities *For all outings, please register in person at Pier 360 West at least 48 hours in advance. Limited transportation is

Sometimes a conversation stays with us. Sometimes a conversation changes our lives. This GiveMore24!, Pier 360 is beginning 100 Conversations, a year-long initiative collecting stories about the conversations that have mattered in our lives. We're beginning with two questions: What was a conversation that changed your life? or What was the first conversation where you felt heard? Why 100 Conversations? Peer support is rooted in connection and lived experience. Sometimes conne

September 24, 2026, GiveMore24! brings our community together to support local nonprofits in Southwest Washington. Your involvement supports us in continuing to offer Peer Support services, community activities, education, and opportunities for people to connect with others who understand their journey. Below are ways to get involved and contribute your support. Create a Fundraiser Visit our GiveMore24! profile and choose Fundraise beneath our logo. Tell your friends, family,

This month, we invite you to be part of the Pier 360 community and our efforts to continue to align with our values in Southwest Washington. Inside, you'll find our August calendar, simple ways to support Pier 360 and our community, and ways to participate in our upcoming GiveMore24! fundraising efforts. Save the Date! September 24, 2026.

Recovery is not something any of us are meant to do alone. We see every day how hope grows through connection. Sometimes that looks like a conversation over coffee, a shared meal, a support circle, or simply someone showing up and reminding another person that they matter. The same is true for our community. Supporting Pier 360 doesn't always mean making a financial gift. Every act of encouragement, every shared post, every introduction, and every person who helps spread the

Recovery isn't only about the hard work—it also grows through laughter, shared experiences, fresh air, and moments of joy. Step outside, discover something new, and spend time with people who understand the value of connection. Whether you're looking for adventure, movement, creativity, or simply a place to belong, there's something waiting for you this August. Dungeons & Dragons Thursdays, August 13 & 27 | 4:00–6:00 PM Whether you're an experienced adventurer or brand new to

One of the key principles of the peer movement is the drive for social justice. As we enter the early days of summer in the month of June, there are three significant reminders of the importance of social justice: Pride, Juneteenth, and Flag Day. June is Pride Month, commemorating the Stonewall Uprising of 1969 and affirming and celebrating the rights of the LGBTQ+ community. Juneteenth is June 19, a holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States when the fina

Many people in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community have experienced rejection, discrimination, isolation, or pressure to be someone they are not. These experiences can have a profound impact on mental health and well-being. Research consistently shows that when people experience acceptance, connection, and community, outcomes improve. Feeling safe enough to be yourself in this world matters. Feeling welcomed, respected, and accepted for who you are matters. For many people, recovery is

This article reflects my personal experiences and recovery journey. Everyone's experience with trauma, mental health, and recovery is different. It took several years, multiple diagnoses, therapy, and a lot of self-reflection before I began to understand that many of my mental health challenges might be connected to trauma. For the sake of PTSD Awareness Month, I wanted to spend some time reflecting on that connection. Like many people, I thought PTSD was something that prima

Peer support is built on lived experience, trust, and connection. When people feel understood, outcomes begin to shift. Research shows that peer support is associated with reduced hospitalizations, stronger engagement in services, and improved recovery outcomes—while also supporting something less measurable but just as important: a sense of belonging, hope, and possibility.

Explore our acitivities and outings this month for May at Pier 360.

Celebrate creativity, recovery, and lived experience! Peer Art Gallery (West Center Room C210) Friday, April 17 at 6PM Join us for a gallery walk, artist bios, and a group collaboration project. Open to peers, friends, and community! Submit artwork by April 10th Peers may submit up to 3 pieces of artwork. Pier 360 West Room C210 1601 E. Fourth Plain Blvd. Bldg. 17 Ste. A114 Vancouver, WA 98661 Phone: (360) 397-8050 See the Pier 360 Calendar for more this month!

As the season begins to shift, we invite you to step into movement, connection, and fresh air with us this April. Whether you’re looking for something active, creative, or simply a chance to be in community, there’s a place for you here.

An early “influencer” for me was Henri Nouwen, a priest who spent the last 10 years of his life at L’Arche Daybreak in Ontario, Canada before dying in 1996. Among his many good deeds, he wrote extensively and authored more than 40 books, I own 18 of them. In one of his books, he writes about hospitality and its purpose. “Hospitality, therefore, means primarily the creation of a free space where the stranger can enter and become a friend […]. Hospitality is not to change peop

Pier 360 Executive Director, Brad Berry, was hired 20 years ago today. We take a moment to honor his steady, often unseen service and leadership over the years.

As we move toward longer days and early signs of spring, March offers opportunities to connect — through art, outdoor exploration, friendly competition, and shared creative space. Whether you prefer quiet reflection in a museum gallery, movement on a trail, or laughter over a game night, we invite you to join us. As always, participation is free, and all activities are grounded in peer support and community connection. Portland Art Museum Free First Thursday Join us in explor

Twenty years. March 2026 will mark my twentieth year as the Executive Director of Pier 360. It has been a remarkable experience, and it is because of the peers that have worked here and the peers that have actively engaged in their recovery, both past and present. The thing that has stood out for me through the years is just how creative and resourceful our peer community is when it comes to finding a way to get things done. This is why innovation is one of our Core Values .