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PBOT Safe Routes to School July 2025 Newsletter
PBOT's Safe Routes to School July 2025 newsletter.
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Rooted in equity: How Friends of Tryon Creek is reimagining urban nature
Friends of Tryon Creek is transforming this urban forest through community-driven efforts focused on equity and environmental restoration. With support from the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund (PCEF), they’re fostering connections, restoring habitats, and making nature more accessible.
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Cooling Portland surpasses initial goal 18 months ahead of schedule, continues with expanded mission to install 10,000 additional units
The Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund (PCEF) and program administrator Earth Advantage are proud to announce that Cooling Portland: A PCEF-funded climate resilience program, has met its initial goal of installing 15,000 portable heat pump cooling units 18 months ahead of schedule.
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PBOT Safe Routes to School June 2025 Newsletter
PBOT's Safe Routes to School June 2025 newsletter.
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PCEF seeks public comment on design of upcoming $67 million community grant cycle; share your input now through Feb. 6
Help shape the next round of funding for PCEF's Community Grants. The program funds community-led projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and advance social and racial justice.
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PCEF Climate Investment Plan review panels
Frontline communities are disproportionately affected by climate change, which is why we need their expertise and unique perspectives in this work.
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PBOT Safe Routes to School May 2025 Newsletter
PBOT's Safe Routes to School May 2025 newsletter.
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Order incentives now for National Bike+Roll to School Day!
PBOT Safe Routes to School: Walk+Roll May Challenge
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PCEF now accepting proposals from qualified consultants and firms to provide capacity support
The Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund (PCEF) has an open contracting opportunity for organizational development services! Apply by May 8, 2025 to be considered for this opportunity.
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2025 Portland Sunday Parkways, funded in part by PCEF
Thanks to funding from Kaiser Permanente, the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund (PCEF), and generous sponsors, Portland Sunday Parkways will re-visit Southwest Multnomah, Northeast Cully, and East Portland, plus a return to Downtown Portland for the first time in almost a decade!
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PBOT Safe Routes to School April 2025 Newsletter
PBOT's Safe Routes to School March 2025 newsletter.
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Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund launches its fourth Community Grants Program funding cycle
Applications for $67 million of available funding open March 26 through May 27, 2025
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PCEF's 2025 Community Grants cycle opens next week
We're excited to start this next grant cycle that provides opportunities for frontline communities to participate in and lead much-needed climate action projects. Subscribe to our newsletter for updates.
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Portland’s Repair Cafés are saving Portlanders’ dollars, climate impacts, and treasured belongings
Over the years, community members have brought in almost everything you can imagine getting repaired: electric teapots, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, worn out luggage, hoverboards, and even beloved teddy bears.
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PCEF now accepting proposals for our Clean Energy in Unregulated Multifamily Housing program
The Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund (PCEF) is requesting proposals for our Clean Energy in Unregulated Multifamily Housing strategic program. Get the details and learn how to apply to become our program administrator!
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Proud Ground and PCEF collaborate on building efficient, climate-resilient and affordable housing
Together, Proud Ground and PCEF aim to build generational wealth for low- and moderate-income families through homeownership while creating sustainable, resilient housing in the face of climate change.
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New youth programs and grants
PBOT's Safe Routes to School February 2025 newsletter.
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Winter Walk + Roll is coming Feb. 5!
PBOT's Safe Routes to School January 2025 newsletter.
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