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Resourceful PDX

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Community and Economic Development
Discover how simple changes like borrowing, reusing, and repairing can help you save money and support a more sustainable Portland.

Resourceful PDX offers practical tips and local resources to help you waste less, spend wisely, and support our community and local economy.
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Resourceful PDX Map: Find local spots to Reuse, Repair, and Share

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Everyday tips to reuse, repair, borrow, and share

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Event calendar: Find opportunities to Reuse, Repair, and Share

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Moving? A guide to low-cost, low-waste moves

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Back-to-School tips that save money and reduce waste

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Home improvement: Reuse, borrow, and save

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How to welcome baby, without the extra “stuff”

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Newsletter sign up: Get tips to reduce, reuse, and recycle right

Why it matters: Good for you. Good for the planet.

About Resourceful PDX

Contact

Garbage and Recycling Hotline

wasteinfo@portlandoregon.gov
phone number503-823-7202

News

Portland’s guide to giving gifts of experience

This year, consider giving your family and friends experiences rather than things.

Blog post

8 example gifts of experience including soccer games, concerts, and spa trips.

Community spotlight: Kitchen Culture — Shop local and cook together

Kitchen Culture is a locally-owned kitchen thrift store on SE Foster Road where you can buy and sell cookware, learn new food skills, and connect with neighbors.

Blog post

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Events

Re-Gift Holiday Pop Up, hosted by ReBuilding Center

ReBuilding Center is hosting a holiday gift pop-up in November and December, where you can find handmade gifts crafted with reclaimed materials.

– 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Community Event
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ReClaim It Holiday Shop 2025, hosted by ReClaim It

This festive pop-up in downtown Portland features art and gifts made from at least 80% salvaged or recycled materials by over 70 local artists.

– 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Community Event
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Borrow home and garden tools, hosted by local tool libraries

Tool libraries across Portland let you borrow tools for free, just like checking out books.

10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Community Event
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Repair Café at Leaven Community House, hosted by Repair PDX

Repair PDX volunteers will be fixing broken small appliances, repairing bikes, and mending clothing.

12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Community Event
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