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)
Make a positive impact in a young person's life by signing up to become a mentor. Oregon Mentors offers more than 40 unique youth mentoring programs in the metro Portland area that need your help.
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.
Winter's cold weather is here and there are approximately 2,500 people sleeping outside or in shelters each night in Portland. Please consider donating items to help people stay warm this winter. With the anticipation that winter warming shelters may close as soon as Sunday, several agencies are accepting donations of bedding and clothing NOW. Please follow the link for specific requests and drop off information...(more)
Like Native Plants? Want to help make an exciting community event a splendid success? East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District’s 9th Annual Native Plant Sale is just for you...(more)
Hunger is a prevalent problem in Oregon and throughout the country, especially during these tough economic times. Several organizations have stepped up their efforts but the need is still great...(more)
Supportland, a St. Johns start-up, has created a network that is designed to benefit both consumers and business owners by incentivizing local consumption and solidifying a local customer base...(more)
Every tree planted in Portland contributes to a cleaner Willamette River. So, if you plant a tree on your residential property, Environmental Services will send you a rebate of up to $40 (up to $50 for native trees)...(more)