Neighborhood to the River Grants Program in Oregon
This program provides funding to community groups and residents in Portland to create projects that improve stormwater management and enhance the health of local watersheds through green infrastructure and educational initiatives.
Description
Neighborhood to the River Grants Program in Oregon, managed by Environmental Services, aims to collaborate with communities to develop and implement projects that deliver stormwater system, community, and watershed benefits. The grants support community groups and residents in Portland who are interested in improving the health of the city's watersheds. Typical grant projects include installing living green infrastructure such as native plantings and rain gardens, as well as incorporating education and art elements that promote stormwater management and watershed health.