Trash for Peace

Mission

The mission of Trash for Peace is to provide hands-on, creative experiences to encourage resilient communities. 

Bottom Line for Portland

Our programs reach over 700 youth each year across 10 affordable housing sites, providing free camps, school supplies, and creative learning opportunities that strengthen community and confidence. We also deliver hands-on recycling education to more than 1,800 families, keeping usable materials out of the waste stream and helping residents build sustainable habits together. In total, helping around 20,000 individuals yearly!

Quote

"First I was an environmental promoter and then I was hired. It has meant a lot to me. For me it has meant a lot as a woman here. I am a survivor of domestic violence and it has helped me a lot to be able to function and earn money- apart from learning a lot. Learning about caring for the planet and the power for our information to reach different places and people who need it." 

“Primero fui promotora ambiental de uno de sus cohorts y luego me contrataron. Ha significado mucho para mí, mas como mujer migrante. Soy sobreviviente de violencia doméstica y me ha ayudado mucho a desenvolverme y ganar dinero, además de aprender mucho. Aprender sobre el cuidado del planeta y el poder de nuestra información para llegar a diferentes lugares y personas que la necesitan.”

Incentives

Give $25+ and you’ll be entered into our raffle! Drawings happen every two weeks in November and each week in December, with fresh prizes and new chances to win!
 

Nov 1st-15th will be entered to win a certificate to a class at Tempos Circus

Nov 16th- 29th will be entered to win 4 tickets to Hopscotch Portland

Nov 30th -Dec 6th will be entered to win a $50 gift card to Betsy and Iya

Dec 7th - 13th will be entered to win to 2 movie tickets and 2 popcorns to Clinton Street Theater

Dec 14th - 20th will be entered to win a 3 bag coffee gift box to Trailhead Coffee

Dec 21st - 27th will be entered to win a certificate to Echo Theater (East & West)

Partner(s)

We couldn’t do this work without our incredible community partners! Dougy Center helps families heal through grief, and Adelante Mujeres uplifts Latina women and families through education and leadership. Clinton Street Theater and Hopscotch Portland bring people together through creativity, film, and immersive art. Betsy & Iya keeps sustainability stylish, while Tempos Circus and Echo Theater Company inspire you to move, play, and grow with confidence. And big thanks to Trailhead Coffee Roasters for keeping our team fueled and our community events buzzing!