Resourceful PDX
Resourceful PDX offers practical tips and local resources to help you waste less, spend wisely, and support our community and local economy.
Learn about our sanctuary city status, efforts to block federal overreach: Portland.gov/Federal
This year, consider giving your family and friends experiences rather than things.
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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.
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Community Warehouse is a local nonprofit furniture bank that connects donated household goods directly to neighbors in need. By redistributing items like beds, kitchenware, and linens, they help families create comfortable homes while keeping resources circulating in the community.
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ReBuilding Center is hosting a holiday gift pop-up in November and December, where you can find handmade gifts crafted with reclaimed materials.
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.
Tool libraries across Portland let you borrow tools for free, just like checking out books.
A monthly puzzle exchange in NE Portland where you bring puzzles you’ve completed and exchange them for others brought by fellow puzzlers.
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