Creative Expression
Organizations that focus on supporting, creating and/or celebrating the arts in the Portland area.
31 Nonprofits
3,289 Donors
$637,249 Given So Far
Sponsored By
OCT Qualified
BIPOC-Led Organization
$7,545
raised so far
The Abbey is a non-profit event space celebrating diversity in the arts by amplifying the artistic voices of underrepresented communities.
OCT Qualified
BIPOC-Led Organization
$29,016
raised so far
Artists Repertory Theatre celebrates risk, uplifts local artists and audiences, and highlights bold new voices in American theatre.
OCT Qualified
BIPOC-Led Organization
$19,502
raised so far
BRAVO creates the opportunity for students to experience the joyful and transformative power of the performing arts.
OCT Qualified
$8,490
raised so far
Bridging Voices is a Portland queer youth chorus for ages 13-21. We are a safe space to be yourself, gain confidence, make friends, and sing
OCT Qualified
BIPOC-Led Organization
$8,237
raised so far
Caldera offers an ecosystem of whole-brain learning through creative practices.
New
OCT Qualified
$0
raised so far
Ethos provides sliding-scale music education through culturally responsive, inclusive programming for youth in Portland and across Oregon.
BIPOC-Led Organization
OCT Qualified
$21,265
raised so far
Fear No Music performs the greatest concert music of our time, mentors young composers, and leverages its platforms for social justice.
New
OCT Qualified
OCT Qualified
BIPOC-Led Organization
$23,847
raised so far
FoN is an arts and workforce development org centering BIPOC and LGBTQ+ youth, and will open an all ages venue in 2025 called The Off Beat!
BIPOC-Led Organization
OCT Qualified
$6,736
raised so far
Historic Alberta House is an event space focusing on voices that have been impacted by social, economic, and racial injustices in Oregon.
OCT Qualified
$11,881
raised so far
Improv. Stand Up. Sketch. Weird. Kickstand Comedy has been serving the Portland community for a decade with shows, classes, and laughs.
OCT Qualified
$35,809
raised so far
Literary Arts’ mission is to engage readers, support writers, and inspire the next generation with great literature.
OCT Qualified
$23,564
raised so far
Live Wire is independently produced radio show based in Portland, OR, and broadcast on public radio nationwide.
OCT Qualified
$8,516
raised so far
Metropolitan Youth Symphony breaks barriers so that youth can experience music’s transformative power. We build community through harmony.
OCT Qualified
$45,658
raised so far
Montavilla Jazz strengthens & diversifies local culture, providing platforms for forward-thinking artistry & original, Portland-made music.
OCT Qualified
$15,388
raised so far
MVM mentors youth to write, record and release original songs to build social and emotional skills and rock their communities.
BIPOC-Led Organization
$38,553
raised so far
Portland-based, national in scope, NACF is committed to uplifting Native voices, arts, cultures, and communities.
OCT Qualified
$19,492
raised so far
North Pole Studio empowers artists with autism & I/DD to pursue self-determined lives and careers in the arts.
New
OCT Qualified
OCT Qualified
BIPOC-Led Organization
$9,122
raised so far
We provide accessible video production training/resources to build creative + technical confidence from our studios on NE MLK.
New
OCT Qualified
New
OCT Qualified
BIPOC-Led Organization
OCT Qualified
$11,185
raised so far
We make contemporary Black theatre available to everyone, especially welcoming youth, young adults, and people new to our communities.
New
OCT Qualified
$0
raised so far
We create opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, empowering people to strive for excellence through art.
BIPOC-Led Organization
OCT Qualified
$29,995
raised so far
We strive to create transcendent theatrical experiences and community programs that break down the barriers separating people.
OCT Qualified
BIPOC-Led Organization
$36,753
raised so far
A come-as-you-are theatre company that celebrates the human experience with vibrant plays and transformational education programs.
OCT Qualified
$10,635
raised so far
Sincere Studio is a community sewing studio and classroom that provides low-barrier access to sewing skills .
OCT Qualified
$48,889
raised so far
TOC is a vibrant nonprofit concert and event venue housed by the iconic carpenter gothic Old Church in Portland’s West End creative district
OCT Qualified
$57,786
raised so far
White Bird is a non-profit dance presenter dedicated to bringing the world's best contemporary dance to Portland.
OCT Qualified
BIPOC-Led Organization
$12,560
raised so far
Write Around bridges divides by using creative writing to bring people together to connect, heal, and transform.
OCT Qualified
$17,625
raised so far
Independent, hyperlocal, community-focused media: a center for ideas, music, & creativity in service of a more open media & just world
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