Portland Basecamp

Local Center of Positive Change

Overview

The people and animals of the Portland metropolitan area are as diverse as the land we call home. Located within a three-hour drive from coastal, mountain, desert, and urban environments, the region is rich with a variety of cultures and ecosystems.

At the Portland Roots & Shoots Basecamp, we strive to nurture and support the people and resources of our community to create positive change and a sustainable future.

How the Portland Basecamp can support you!

Being part of the Portland Basecamp connects you to a supportive network of people who share a passion for creating positive change! With access to tools, guidance, and opportunities, we can help you take your project further.

Here’s what we offer:

Project Grants – Need a boost to get your project off the ground? Apply for a Portland Basecamp Grant to support your work.
Project Guidance – Get direct support to plan, troubleshoot, and bring your project to life.
Community & Collaboration – Meet and work with local activists and community partners to share ideas and team up on projects.
Events – Join inspiring workshops, meetups, and project showcases throughout the year.
Recognition – We love to celebrate your work! Your project could be featured in newsletters and on social media.

Roots & Shoots Project Grants

Roots & Shoots Project Grants support community projects that help people, animals, and the environment we all share! Young people, educators, individuals, and group leaders in the Pacific Northwest (see counties below) are invited to apply for Project Grants in the amount of $250-$500 to start, support, or celebrate their Roots & Shoots project. We fund projects in the following counties: Clackamas, Columbia, Jefferson, Marion, Multnomah, Polk, Wasco, Washington, Yamhill, Clark, Skamania
Portland Basecamp Project Grant Application

Become a Roots & Shoots Member

Join the global movement creating a better world for people, other animals, and the planet!
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How to Start a Roots & Shoots Project

Use the Roots & Shoots 4-Step Formula to design and implement your community project as a member
Start a Project

Find or Start a Group

Find like-minded changemakers just like you in your community and around the U.S.
Connect to Other Changemakers
About Roots & Shoots

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