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PCEF team adds new members to implement historic community-led climate initiative.

PCEF received 140 applications from community groups to invest in climate action that advances racial and social justice.

Accepting proposals for community projects that address the climate crisis in a way that advances racial and social justice.

The PCEF funds will help 40 community organizations build capacity and prepare for future grant opportunities to fund green jobs and workforce training programs.

Free and optional grant writing trainings available online. These trainings will assist nonprofits that are developing grant applications for PCEF's September 2020 funding round.

Interested organizations can request translation of Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund grant application and other materials not already translated.

We know applying for grants takes time and resources and we want to help support you.

Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund (PCEF) committee and staff seek input and comments on the grant scoring criteria; comment period open until June 26.

Interested community members and organizations are invited to review and comment on draft principles to guide future decisions and ensure they align with the vision of the PCEF Committee and the community. Comment period open until April 5.

The health of our community, partners, committee, and staff are at the forefront as we consider the impacts of COVID-19 on individuals, families, communities, nonprofits, and local businesses. We are following guidance from the City of Portland and Multnomah County, our public health authority.

Due to COVID-19, we encourage virtual spaces to engage your stakeholders. These simple steps will help you prepare for stakeholder engagement during the public comment period for the draft PCEF guiding principles (March 3 – April 5).

Now the nine-member PCEF Committee can begin reviewing proposals, selecting grant recipients and distributing the first $7 million of clean energy funds.

One year ago today, Portlanders overwhelmingly voted in favor of funding clean energy projects to benefit frontline communities; City Council to complete the PCEF Committee appointments on Thursday, Nov. 7 at PCC Southeast.

Inaugural members bring a wealth of experience in renewable energy, business and workforce development, urban food production and community outreach to meet the needs of communities of color and low-income households through climate action.

Commissioners to vote on their nominees Wednesday, September 25 at 3:30 p.m

Management and implementation of the new community benefits fund gets started with new staff.

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