BIPOC Resources in Portland, Oregon
Mental Health & Crisis Support
BlackLine
A 24/7 peer support and crisis hotline for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color.
Call or text: 1-800-604-5841
https://www.callblackline.com/Racial Equity Support Line
Peer support for those impacted by racial violence and microaggressions.
Mon–Fri, 10:00 AM–7:00 PM PST at 503-575-3764
familyrootstherapy.com/resources
Community Organizations & Advocacy
Mercatus PDX
Business directory and stories highlighting BIPOC entrepreneurs in Portland.
mercatuspdx.comVibrant Spaces Community Events Activation Funds
Financial support for BIPOC organizers and multicultural events in Portland.
portland.gov/united/vibrant-spaces-awardeesBrown Hope
Healing and liberation programs for communities of color, including the Black Resilience Fund.
https://www.brownhope.org/50501 Portland
Grassroots organization empowering Black communities through education and advocacy.
50501pdx.orgCoalition of Black Men
Mentorship and support programs for Black men.
https://cobmpdx.org/Oregon Working Families Party
Advocates for racial and economic justice supporting working families.
https://workingfamilies.org/state/oregon/Outside In
Services for homeless youth and marginalized populations, including housing and healthcare.
outsidein.orgBIPOC Rise Moor Healing Center
Healing and wellness services centered on BIPOC mental health and cultural restoration.
https://www.thebipocrisemoorhealingcenter.com/Radical Rest
Promotes rest and self-care as resilience practices for marginalized communities.
radicalrest.orgVeterans For Peace PDX Chapter 72
Promotes peace and social justice with a focus on veterans' issues.
https://vfpchapter72.org/Restorative Roots Project
Community-based restorative justice initiatives to build stronger communities.
restorativerootsproject.orgMomentum Alliance
Empowers young people of color through leadership and advocacy training.
momentumalliance.org
Community and Social Services
Asian Pacific American Network of Oregon (APANO)
Organizes, advocates, and performs community development for Asians and Pacific Islanders.
apano.orgBlack Resilience Fund
Emergency fund providing immediate resources to Black Portlanders.
https://www.brownhope.org/programs/black-resilience-fundCoalition of Communities of Color
A group of community-based organizations addressing socioeconomic disparities and advocating for social change.
https://www.coalitioncommunitiescolor.org/Don't Shoot Portland
Promotes human rights and racial justice through education and police accountability efforts.
dontshootpdx.orgEquitable Giving Circle
Provides fresh produce boxes and rent support to BIPOC families.
equitablegivingcircle.orgImmigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO)
Provides over 200 culturally and linguistically specific social services to immigrants, refugees, and the broader community.
irco.orgLatino Network
Offers culturally specific programs and services to Latinx youth and families.
https://www.latnet.org/NAYA Family Center
Provides culturally specific services to Indigenous communities, including mental health support, education, and substance abuse programming.
nayapdx.orgThe Urban League of Portland
Works to empower African Americans and others to achieve equality in education, employment, health, and economic security.
ulpdx.org
Education & Youth Development
BIPOC STEAM Ecosystem – Portland Metro STEM Partnership
Culturally affirming STEAM education for BIPOC youth and underrepresented girls.
pdxstem.org/bipoc-steam-ecosystemCentro Cultural Youth Development
Programs supporting Latino youth and families focused on education and leadership.
https://www.centrocultural.org/KairosPDX
Advocates for equitable educational spaces with programs including a public charter school.
kairospdx.org
Nature & Wellness
People of Color Outdoors (POCO)
Healing outdoor experiences for BIPOC individuals and families.
natureandhealthalliance.org/tln/case-studies/people-color-outdoorsWild Diversity
Programs diversifying outdoor activities for BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities.
wilddiversity.org
Arts & Culture
Resonate – Write Around Portland
Free BIPOC writing circle providing space to share stories and build community.
writearound.org/resonateDiversity in Design PDX
Supports BIPOC design professionals through mentorship and events.
diversityindesignpdx.org
Food Related
Feed'em Freedom Foundation
Provides food security and independence through farms, workshops, and food pantry.
feedemfreedom.orgLil' America Food Cart Pod
Food cart pod exclusively hosting BIPOC- and LGBTQ-owned vendors.
pdx.eater.com
Housing & Emergency Support
Safe Rest Villages – BIPOC Village
Safe and supportive housing options for individuals experiencing homelessness.
https://www.portland.gov/united/saferestvillages
Business & Economic Empowerment
Venture Portland
Supports Portland’s BIPOC business communities with resources and outreach.
https://ventureportland.org/bipoc-resources/Black American Chamber of Commerce
Networking and support for Black-owned businesses in Portland.
https://blackamericanchamber.org/Hacienda CDC
Latino Community Development Corporation offering family and business services.
haciendacdc.org
