We are a group of people who envision communities
that are safe, supportive & full of opportunity.

Located in East Portland, OR.

About Us.

We are a nonprofit organization supporting East Portland that works alongside those who have been marginalized to empower individuals and communities through an inclusive range of services and supports.

We envision communities that are safe, supportive, and full of opportunity. Partnering with the community, we provide services and support to our neighbors who have been marginalized and underserved. We build communities from the inside out through community engagement and action, workforce development, community healthcare services, and alternative housing.

We measure tangible outcomes through data and stories. Ultimately our impact is empowering individuals, communities, and society.

Our Mission.

We collectively work alongside those on the margins to empower individuals and communities through an inclusive range of services and support in East Portland.

  • Services & Support

    Community Engagement & Action

    Workforce Development

    Housing Alternatives

    Community Health

  • Values

    Passion to include everyone

    Help people see the value in their lives

    Deep sense of hope & perseverance

    Desire to treat everyone equally and respect each other’s differences

    Commitment to healthy & open relationships

  • Impact

    Empowered Individuals

    Empowered Communities

    Empowered Society

How can you join in the change?

You can make a difference by donating to directly empower the work of Cultivate Initiatives. Donations of any amount play a huge role in solving our area’s crisis. Our success in helping neighbors access housing and shelter, workforce development, and better health is only possible with our community’s support.