Bird Alliance of Oregon & Columbia Land Trust Backyard Habitat Certification Program
Do you enjoy gardening and want to make your outdoor space welcoming for birds, butterflies, and other pollinators while helping the environment? The Backyard Habitat Certification Program (a collaboration between Portland Audubon and Columbia Land Trust) is a program that provides support, resources, incentives, and recognition for community members who seek to create habitat where they live or gather.
City of Portland Bureau of Environmental Services
Environmental Services is your sewer and stormwater utility. We offer several grants and incentives to support actions that benefit watershed health, the community, and our environment.
Green Street Stewards Program
The Green Street Steward Program allows Portland community members to participate in the care and maintenance of the city's green streets through simple activities such as picking up trash, removing leaves and debris, and occasional weeding and watering. Participating in this program is a rewarding way to contribute to the community and help keep Portland’s rivers clean.
Treebate Program
Environmental Services is investing with you in a cleaner, healthier Portland, one tree at a time. Get a one-time credit on your City of Portland sewer/stormwater/water utility bill for planting a tree in your residential yard. Purchase, plant, and apply between September 1 and April 30.
Native Plant Certification
The Native Plan Certification provides funding for native plants. Vouches from nurseries are available and applications are accepted year round.
City of Portland Parks & Recreation
Community Gardens
Portland Community Gardens provide opportunities for improved physical and social well-being. Over 60 Community Gardens are located throughout Portland, developed, and operated by volunteers and Bureau staff, and offering a variety of activities.
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- PKComGard@PortlandOregon.gov
- 503-823-1612
Urban Forestry
Each fall Portland Urban Forestry gives away hundreds of trees for people to plant on their private property. Homeowners can share their interest in getting a tree and Urban Forestry will contact you when registration opens.
East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District (EMSWCD)
EMSWCD is a public agency whose mission is to help you care for land and water. Join us for free workshops, reach out to us for technical assistance and resources, apply for a grant, learn about our Headwaters Farmer Incubator Program, and more!
Metro Regional Government Natural Gardening
Metro is the Portland area tri-county regional government. Our programs provide education and resources for reducing home pesticide use and encouraging beneficial wildlife through native plantings and adding habitat to home gardens.
Native American Youth & Family Center (NAYA) Community Garden
NAYA’s Community Garden is part of a vision to reclaim our land, and to create a space where Native American traditions and practices are honored and celebrated.
Oregon State University Extension Service Master Gardener Program
Dedicated to cultivating resilient and healthy communities through sustainable horticulture education rooted in science. We provide accessible and equitable garden education, offering reliable gardening resources and guidance to support sustainable and successful gardening.
PGE Free Wood Chips
PGE generates a lot of wood chips as we prune and trim around power lines and electrical equipment. We offer free wood chips in neighborhoods where we’re actively working to recycle them as efficiently as possible.