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Afro Village PDX

Last updated Jun 2026

About

Afro Village PDX runs community programming and housing-justice and digital-equity campaigns rooted in Portland's Black and Brown communities, centering women, immigrants, and people experiencing homelessness. Projects include free community WiFi, wellness space, and AfroFuturism Oasis, which converts retired MAX train cars into spaces for food, hygiene, and healing. Connect through their website.

Communities centered

BlackBIPOC

Services offered

Housing helpFood & mealsPeer supportAdvocacy

Who it's for

Currently unhousedLow-income
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