Economic Equity Workgroup

THRIVE East PDX is a coalition of East Portland-focused organizations working together with common values and complementary programmatic strengths to convene community development actions. Members of our Economic Equity Workgroup represent community volunteers and coalition Partners. We contribute to development of the three new TIFF districts in this area and serve on many City advisory groups to examine past and present ideas for economic equity for neighborhood residents. 

Goals for 2026

Goal 1. Empower and engage East Portland residents and businesses in civic decision-making.

• Empower and engage East Portland residents and businesses in civic decision-making.
• Conduct an East Portland Economic Development Summit in 2026.

Goal 2: Investigate and research new community-ownership models for economic development in District 1.

• Develop and build relationships between business community and community organizations for mentoring, skill building, fundraising and development.

Goal 3: Promote forums and initiatives that focus on Creative Placemaking and present ideas for economic equity for neighborhood residents.

• Participate in the E-205 Tax Increment Financing (TIF) process by communicating lived experiences and sharing community concerns with the Community Leadership Council.