What is the Taking Ownership PDX Community Impact program?

Community Impact is the volunteer arm of Taking Ownership PDX. An intergenerational community of Portland-area volunteers powers rapid home repairs, neighborhood cleanups, and quality-of-life upgrades for Black homeowners across the metro area.

How many volunteers has Taking Ownership PDX mobilized?

Between 2020 and 2023, more than 400 volunteers contributed an estimated $170,000 worth of labor to Taking Ownership PDX projects across the Portland Metropolitan Area.

What neighborhoods has Taking Ownership PDX worked in?

Taking Ownership PDX focuses on historically Black neighborhoods in North and Northeast Portland, including Albina, Boise, King, Woodlawn, and Cully, while serving Black homeowners throughout the broader Portland Metropolitan Area.

How does Taking Ownership PDX partner with Portland businesses?

Taking Ownership PDX partners with Portland-area contractors, material suppliers, tradespeople, and professional service providers who donate labor, discounted materials, or expertise to support Black homeownership and community renovation.

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2011 NE 80th Ave

Portland, OR 97213

EIN 93-1997068.

FAQ

Yes. Taking Ownership PDX is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Portland, Oregon, and all donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
Donations directly fund urgent home repairs, roof replacements, energy-efficiency upgrades, and accessibility improvements for Black homeowners in the Portland Metropolitan Area. From 2020 to 2023, Taking Ownership PDX repaired and improved 106 homes.
Yes. Monthly recurring donations can be set up through the Taking Ownership PDX giving page at giving.classy.org/campaign/571740/donate. Sustained monthly support helps the organization plan and complete larger renovation projects across Portland.
Yes. Taking Ownership PDX accepts donations of building materials, appliances, tools, and professional services from Portland-area businesses and contractors. Contact info@takingownershippdx.org to discuss in-kind contributions.

support our mission

your financial contributions improve the lives of black homeowners in the portland metro area.

donate online

donate $25 or more, get some taking ownership merch!

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FAQ

Are donations to Taking Ownership PDX tax-deductible?

How are donations to Taking Ownership PDX used?

Can I make a recurring monthly donation to Taking Ownership PDX?

Does Taking Ownership PDX accept in-kind donations?