Community Grants 2025 application period is now open!
Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund (PCEF) – This fourth round of funding is allocated for community-led projects and will distribute up to $67 million in grants.
The Community Grants program is the cornerstone of our work at PCEF, supporting planning and implementation projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve climate resiliency in ways that advance economic, social, and climate justice for our under-resourced communities. Apply by May 27.
Digital Skills Building for Native Communities grant opportunity open through April 11
Community Technology – This grant aims to support urban Native Americans by providing digital skills training to help close the digital divide, enhance education, and promote professional development. Nonprofit community-based organizations or educational institutions are eligible to apply.
Legacy Business Preservation Study launches
Long-range Planning – The City of Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability is developing recommendations for the establishment of a legacy business program that would provide resources and support to longstanding, independently owned small businesses. Sign up for project updates.
Free income-qualified Home Energy Scores
Climate and Energy – Nearly every home advertised for sale in Portland requires a Home Energy Score (HES) at the time of listing. Home sellers that are at or below 80% of the area median income may be eligible to get their HES for free.
RICAP 11 Project Launches
Long-range Planning –The Regulatory Improvement Code Amendments Package 11 (RICAP 11) is part of a series of projects that make minor amendments to Portland's zoning code to streamline development. Sign-up for project updates.
Spring Cleaning Tips
Garbage, Recycling and Compost –BPS's Resourceful PDX program has tips to help you declutter, donate, and de-grime with DIY cleaners. Start with one drawer, shelf, or closet. Make a donation pile. Use our map of donation drop-off centers to find what's closest to you. Try a three-ingredient homemade scrub or spray.
About the City of Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability
The Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (BPS) develops solutions to make Portland more equitable, healthy, prosperous and resilient. Through long-range planning, climate action, waste management, community technology and digital equity, and the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund, we build a better future for all.