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AfroNature AfroNature is a Nature based, safe space for Black Portland and beyond. 

With the daily stresses of being Black in America, AfroNature seeks to provide Black people with much needed peace and mental health restoration through Nature.

AfroNature exists to bring the Black community together, and to create strong bonds between the people living here. All forms of Blackness are welcome! No matter your background, sexuality, religious beliefs, political standing, etc. You are loved.

Albina Sports Program, Adult Walking Team The primary goal of the teams is to promote general health and wellness for men and women through organized walking activities. We accomplish these goals by increasing the awareness and need for physical activities among adults.  We encourage community participation by intentionally walking throughout our neighborhoods and promoting walking activities to community members. 

Albina Walking team is broken up into two categories Solefull Masters (40 and up) and Classic Soles (50 and up). We walk year around with the Portland to Coast walk our main event.

Anansi Beat African Drumming & Dancing Classes. All drumming classes taught by master Ghanian drummer, Nii Ardey Allotey. Instruction in traditional dance from Ghana taught by Nii Ardey Allotey.

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Black & Beyond the Binary Collective Black & Beyond the Binary Collective builds the leadership, healing, and safety of Black-African transgender, queer, nonbinary, two-spirit, and intersex (TQN2SI+) Oregonians.

Black & Beyond the Binary Collective builds the leadership, healing, and safety for Black - African transgender, queer, nonbinary, two-spirit, and intersex (TQN2SI+) Oregonians.

We envision a future that gives power back to our communities, celebrates self-expression, and preserves the dignity, joy, and the future of Black queer and Trans communities living fully liberated lives.

See website for upcoming programs and events.

Black Futures Farm Our mission is to heal the connection between Black people and the land, and we achieve this by cultivating a healthy place for the Black community to gather in joy. Starting in May and ending in October, every Sunday is Black Sunday, a day for Black-identified folks to gather, celebrate, learn, and grow together. 

Black Girls Brunch Club A safe space exclusively for Black women to connect and build community.

Black Girls Do Bike, PDX Our primary focus lies in promoting the joy of cycling, particularly among women and girls of color. 

We provide a supportive and inclusive platform where female cyclists can come together to offer guidance, organize group rides, and promote skill-sharing. Our overarching goal is to demystify the world of cycling and be a liaison to help usher new riders past barriers to entry and into the larger cycling community. We rejoice when women choose cycling as a tool for fellowship, fitness, freedom, and fun! 

Black Girls Run The goal of “Black Girls Run” is to encourage and motivate black women to practice a healthy lifestyle. We want to serve as a fitness resource for runners and gym rats alike, as well as provide tips and commentary on staying active and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.  But we also want to start a movement to encourage ALL women to get off the couch and get active.

Black Men’s Wellness Workshops Through culturally specific, trauma-informed workshops, we engage African-American men of all ages to identify and discuss health concerns they are currently experiencing and/or are susceptible to. We offer curriculum and activities focused on healthy eating and physical fitness to raise awareness, equip participants, and promote strategies for prevention.

Black Swimming Initiatives Our mission is to expand meaningful participation in water sports by providing a strong sense of belonging for Black athletes of all backgrounds, abilities, and lifestyles by supporting safe and accessible water safety and swimming instruction. 

We envision a world where racism is eliminated from the aquatics and water sports; where individuals can access bodies of water with confidence in themselves and be welcomed by all. 

Black Women Portland Oregon Black Women Thriving N Da Beautiful Pacific Northwest. We meet Monthly for Brunch & So Much More. Connecting Black Women Portland and Surrounding Area One Meetup at a Time!! 

Brothas and Sistas Night Out Meetup Brothas and Sistas Night Out was created to bring more Brothas and Sistas together for good times, great food, and genuine connection. Ready to get out, meet amazing people, and keep building this community, Tracie Smith-McCarthy jumped in as organizer in October 2024 to keep the magic going. Our mission? To create a space for fellowship, grow a thriving community, and spark lasting relationships—all through unforgettable evenings packed with fun, laughter, and the uplifting company of positive Brothas and Sistas of African descent.

Brown and Black Writers of PDX A place where Brown and Black writers can introduce themselves, announce what we are working on, then I will say “Callete” (Espanol for Shut Up) and then we will write for one hour!

Afterwards we can discuss and chat what we wrote and how it went, if you want of course!

I invite all writers for written mediums like: essays, screenplays, plays, novels, poetry, songs, short stories, journalism, blogs, non fiction, speeches, etc to join us. All is welcomed. BIPOC-Centered.

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GirlTREK: Portland GirlTREK is a life-saving sisterhood. We are a campaign to heal intergenerational trauma, fight systemic racism and transform Black lives. As women organize walking teams, they also mobilize community members to support advocacy efforts and lead a Civil Rights-inspired health movement. 

Green Workforce Academy (GWA), EcoTrust GWA is a 5-week paid training opportunity for Black, Indigenous and other adults of color in Portland, Oregon. Through classroom learning and hands-on work experience at field sites, you will both learn and share about the environmental issues that impact your communities. And, you’ll learn what you need to know to get green jobs that find and implement solutions to those issues. GWA aims to be a first step to a career that brings financial stability and improves community health. BIPOC-Centered.