As Portland navigates the economic downturn, the fabric of our community is strongest when we help each other. The Portland is Better Together campaign represents a partnership between local government, businesses, and individuals to serve our community by promoting practical ways to make a difference. (more...)
Corporate Challenge
The City of Portland needs you to help us reach our goal of becoming the #1 city in the United States for volunteerism. Join the Corporate Challenge and learn how volunteering helps your employees, your business, and your community.
Saturday, November 21st, the Fix-It Fair will be at Roosevelt High School in Portland. Come and learn simple ways to save money and stay healthy...(more)
On Tuesday, November 10, a fire heavily damaged Marysville Elementary School in Southeast Portland. In the face of this tragedy, there has been an outpouring of community support for the students and staff members of Marysville...(more)
There are many reasons why people volunteer in their communities. For Laurie Turner, it gives her a chance to give back to the community and help make her neighborhood and city a better place to live...(more)
This seven-part series will explore the issues and challenges of caring for an aging parent and will be helpful for anyone caring for another person...(more)
25 winners will be receiving the coveted 2009 Spirit of Portland Award during an evening ceremony at the Portland Center for Performing Arts on Thursday, November 12th...(more)