Resources May 21st, 2026
A/C Assistance
Free Cooling Units – Call 3-1-1 to see if you qualify to have a free cooling unit installed or apply online here
Utility Bill Discount Programs – Find out if you qualify based on your income to receive monthly discounts on your utility bills. Most discount programs require you to re-enroll every 2 years.
PGE – Call (503) 228-6322 or apply here
NW Natural – Call (503) 226-4211 or apply here
Pacific Power – Find more here and apply for the discount here
Portland Water Bureau – Call (503) 823-7770 or apply online here – you can also request crisis assistance of up to $500 once every 12 months for situations including loss of job or income, medical emergency, domestic violence, natural disaster, etc. You must be already enrolled in the bill discount program. To request crisis assistance call the number or email pwbcustomerservice@portlandoregon.gov
Xfinity Internet Essentials – Home internet starting at $14.95/month for qualifying customers. Find more here
Youth & Summer
TeenForce Program – FREE access pass for youth ages 10-20 to attend drop-in and special registered activities at community centers throughout Portland. Activities include game rooms, fitness center, open gym, teen nights, and more! Find out more and how to sign up for a pass here
Portland Metro Fire Camp – Free camp for youth who identify as female ages 16-22 who are interested in a career as a firefighter! Camp will take place July 17th – 19th from 8am-4:15pm each day. Find out more and apply by June 1st here
NW Cyber Camp – Free camp for high school students August 3rd – 7th at PCC Sylvania Campus to build tech skills and explore options in cybersecurity careers. Find out more and apply here
Driver Education – Teens ages 15-18 years old of families who qualify for meal assistance are eligible for up to $75 in scholarship for an ODOT-approved Driver Education Course. Additional waivers may be available for the drive test fee. Find a list of ODOT-approved providers and ask about these financial resources here
Events & Community
Callie’s Custom Hat Wigs Grand Opening – Join this small business at their new location May 23rd from 11am-6pm at 800 NW Eastman Parkway, Gresham. Grand opening specials, giveaways and surprises! Find more on the flyer attached.
FriYAY Fun Fair – Friday, May 29th from 3-7pm at East Portland Community Center – 740 SE 106th Ave, Portland. Join us for fun and find safety and summer resources for you and your youth! Find more info here
Free Shred Event – Saturday, May 30th from 10am-2pm at Aging, Disability & Veterans Services Mid County Branch Parking Lot – 11982 NE Glisan St, Portland. Drop off your personal documents in on-site shred bins and learn about Medicare fraud prevention. Find more on the attached flyer.
Portland Community Resiliency Fair – Saturday, May 30th from 11am-2pm at David Douglas High School North Building – 1001 SE 135th Ave, Portland. Join us for resources, free dental screenings, bill discount sign-ups, free lunch and groceries, and more! Find info and flyers to share here
Lents Slam n’ Jam – Free event Sunday, May 31st from 5-8pm at 9101 SE Foster Rd Suite A, Portland. One part concert series. One part poetry slam. One part creative workshop. Featuring music and poetry performances and a facilitated workshop! Find out more here
Wear Orange Community Block Party – Sunday, June 7th from 12-3pm on SE Mill St. by Lincoln Park and David Douglas High School. Join us for this free event focused on healing, connection, and gun violence awareness. Food and local vendors, arts and crafts, wellness activites, games, music, and more! Find info here
MESO Juneteenth Celebration – June 19th from 11am-5pm at MESO Makers Market – 376 NE Sumner St, Portland. Join us for a day of culture, community, music, celebration, local vendors, and Black excellence. Find details and the flyer here