Our Foundation Hero series is a way for us to thank the volunteers who help our work, and to get to know them better. This month we focus on Nathan Young.

Company & Title: MODS PDX INC President

Tell us about yourself:

I started in construction in 1991, and founded Nathan D. Young Construction, Inc. in 1998. During the 2007 recession I started MODS PDX INC to create sustainable modular projects. After working on numerous emergency housing projects, we have used our understanding of modular/off site construction to design and create efficient emergency housing units to accommodate semi-permanent housing for houseless individuals.

How did you get involved with HBF?

I got asked to do a project by former Executive Director Mel Duncan in 2007 for the Portland Rescue Mission. At the time it was presented as a simple process to be a builder captain. The project was not simple, in fact it was the largest project the HBF had done to date and took a 14,000 square foot dilapidated building and converted into a new building with all new infrastructure and finishes. It was not until the project was done and we realized the impact to the community that I decided we would continue doing whatever we could for the HBF.

Examples of HBF Projects assisted by Nathan Young:

St. Johns Village 2021

What is a fun fact about you that not everyone knows?

I have three amazing daughters that keep me extremely grounded. I may come across as rough and gruff, but around them I’m putty in their hands and they know it!

What is your favorite hobby?

My favorite hobby is tied between golf and bow hunting. I love being outdoors and the challenge of hitting a little white ball around a course or chasing an elk in the woods keeps me alive!

Foundation Hero: Nathan Young

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