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Taking Ownership PDX

Last updated Jun 2026

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Taking Ownership PDX revitalizes and renovates Black-owned homes in Portland, connecting businesses, city government, and community volunteers to help Black homeowners age in place and build generational wealth. From 2020 to 2023 the organization repaired or improved over 100 homes with hundreds of volunteers. Contact info@takingownershippdx.org or 503-807-2665.

Communities centered

Black

Services offered

Housing help
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