Fix-It Fair Community Resource Guide – Repair, borrow, share

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Resources for healthy, affordable living – and peace of mind – from experts and your own community.

Bikes For Humanity PDX

Bikes For Humanity PDX (B4H) is a non-profit whose mission is to increase public access to affordable and safe bicycles while empowering self-sufficiency in bicycle maintenance and commute. 

Multnomah County Library

The library provides free access to all community members to books, online resources, tech help and we're happy to answer any questions that come our way. We are re-focusing our services to best serve the community right now, offering more support for online learning and job readiness.

ReBuilding Center 

ReBuilding Center builds community resilience in the Portland region by ensuring access to affordable reclaimed home improvement materials, reuse education, and repair skills so people can be self-sufficient and reduce waste.

Repair PDX

Hosting Repair Cafés – community events where volunteers fix people’s broken household items for free – and online skillshares during the pandemic.

Resourceful PDX

Whether you’re looking to borrow a tool, mend your favorite coat, salvage materials, or purchase a green gift, Resourceful PDX has ideas and tips to get you started! Includes a map to free or low-cost options for living more resourcefully.

Tool Libraries

Why buy when you can borrow for free? Portland has several tool libraries or kitchen share – like the public library but for tools!