Ecology in Classrooms & Outdoors (ECO)

Mission

ECO inspires students to care for nature and their local communities through hands-on science education and climate action.

Bottom Line for Portland

For 20 years, ECO has provided hands-on ecology and climate action education, empowering over 42,000 students and 1,200 educators. With programs rooted in environmental justice, ECO focuses on reaching underserved communities and equipping the next generation to build resilience and steward the natural world. By bringing classrooms outdoors, ECO fosters a love for nature and builds stronger, more connected communities across the Portland Metro area.

Quote

“I like ECO, because they teach me to be kind to nature and how to take care of it.”

• -Lent 4th grade student

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice are central to our organizational structure and culture through our mission, leadership, policies, and programs. All employees and volunteers, regardless of their gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, sexual orientation or identity, education, or disability, are valued and respected. We commit to tending to culturally specific partnerships to integrate diverse perspectives into our education model and meet the needs of the communities we serve.

Incentives

The first 50 people to donate $100 or more will receive a $25 Moberi gift card.

The first four people to donate $250 or more will receive a special gift from our friends at Patagonia.

The first four people to donate $250 or more will receive a Splatter Party ticket, which includes a two-hour session for up to 15 people at Splatter Box,

Partner(s)

We are grateful to our Give!Guide business partners, Moberi, Blackbird Benefits, and Sasquatch HR for their ongoing support and work to be positive forces within our community.