NE Coalition

The Northeast Coalition of Neighborhoods (NECN) is dedicated to empowering residents of Northeast Portland and the broader city to engage in civic change and community improvement. With over forty years of experience, NECN supports grassroots efforts and fosters healthy communities through innovative and inclusive initiatives. As part of the City of Portland's District Coalition Model, NECN is transitioning to welcome new neighborhood associations into its District 2 Coalition, enhancing representation and participation. The organization encourages active involvement from community members to address local issues and find effective solutions. Generated from the website

The MLK Dream Run is an annual fundraising event organized by the Soul District Business Association in Portland, OR. By participating in this race, individuals support the Small Business Training Program and the Youth Entrepreneurship Program, which provide valuable resources and training to local businesses and aspiring young entrepreneurs. With a kickoff celebration featuring live entertainment, food, drinks, and a vibrant vendor market, the MLK Dream Run offers a community-oriented experience in North Portland. The race itself, held on a USATF certified course, provides participants with the opportunity to explore the Soul District while competing for exciting prizes, including a round trip travel voucher from Alaska Airlines.Generated from the website