Proud Ground

06/25/2026

Join Proud Ground today June 25th for an in person Shortstack Information Session in Milwaukie at 5:30pm to learn about the process to owning one of these beautiful 2 bedroom townhomes!

06/24/2026

HOME OF THE DAY: VIRTUAL TOUR!

Stop worrying about rising rent, and start creating stability and building equity through Proud Ground's homeownership opportunities!

View the 3D video and photos to see what $230,900 gets you in North Portland:

✔️An open-concept living and dining room
✔️Kitchen complete with new sleek stainless steel appliances
✔️Pantry
✔️Primary bedroom suite with walk-in closet and private bathroom with dual sinks
✔️Two additional spacious bedrooms with large closets
✔️ A second beautifully appointed full bathroom that provides function and flexibility for guests, children, pets...
✔️ The ease of wood floors throughout
✔️ A full-size, front-loading washer and dryer in unit
✔️Private, covered deck perfect for outdoor entertaining

With an estimate all-in payment estimated at $2,030/mo. (including mortgage, HOA dues, property taxes), 7545 N Olin Ave., Unit 201, could be yours!

https://www.proudground.org/pg-available-properties/a7v3o3mwi97d46ufmt5kwa26utfvro-dd5cl-sy5xz-ysmky-3jrky

06/23/2026

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Today, we celebrated a major milestone in our journey towards a more equitable Portland!

Community members and partners got a first look inside Alberta Alive Phase III, a beacon of hope for families seeking a place to call their own. This innovative development features 8 National Green Building Standard Certified townhomes, designed to empower families with stability, opportunity, and a sense of belonging.

Each home boasts:
🏠 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms,
🌿 a fenced yard and front porch,
🚗 dedicated parking, and
📍 three levels of living space, all at a price that's permanently affordable through Proud Ground.'s Community Land Trust model.

These homes will be available to families on the N/NE Preference Policy waitlist, helping address the lasting impacts of urban renewal and displacement in North and Northeast Portland.

Interested in learning more? Prospective buyers should contact their Portland Housing Center housing counselor.

A huge thank you to the team making this development possible:

🔹 Developer: Community Development Partners
🔹 Architect: Scott Edwards Architecture
🔹 General Contractor: Owen Gabbert, LLC
🔹 Listing Broker: Undra Adams, Principal Real Estate Broker, Proud Ground
🔹 Funding Partners: Portland Housing Bureau and Proud Ground

To see homes currently availalbe through Proud Ground, visit https://www.proudground.org/available-properties.

06/23/2026

🏡 Visit the Proud Ground table at Good in the Hood on Saturday, June 27, until 4 pm to learn how our affordable homeownership program is helping create opportunities for individuals and families throughout the Portland-Vancouver region.

This year's festival theme, "Roots, Rhythm & Power," celebrates the resilience, creativity, and cultural influence of Portland's diverse communities while honoring the history and legacy of the neighborhoods that have shaped our city.

Event Information

Dates: June 27–28, 2026

Festival Hours: Noon–9 pm daily (Proud Ground on-site Saturday until 4pm)

Location: Lillis-Albina Park

For more information, visit https://www.goodnthehood.org/

06/19/2026

Celebrating Juneteenth 2026 with Dominiqur Merriweather, Proud Ground Executive Director

At a time when many are shying away from diversity, equity, and inclusion, Proud Ground continues to double down. We use the Community Land Trust (CLT) model to make owning a home possible for BIPOC households traditionally locked out of the housing market.

Born from the civil and voter rights movements, CLTs were designed to challenge injustice and create a system that works for people—not against them. Since 1999, Proud Ground has carried that legacy forward.

Today, we are the largest CLT in the Pacific Northwest and have helped more than 780 households become homeowners: most are first-time homeowners, and many are the first in their families to own a home. And because the land is held on a 99-year-renewable lease through Proud Ground, the homes will remain permanently affordable.

I invite you to learn how Proud Ground provides income-eligible households with a foundation for stability and the opportunity to build wealth. Whether you are looking to buy or want to support a trusted non-profit, Proud Ground generates true social and economic returns for families in our communities. Join us in making a difference now and future generations.

Enjoy today‘s festivities and stop by to say hello to Proud Ground at tomorrow's Juneteenth events in Portland and Vancouver!

Please note: Proud Ground's office is closed today, June 19.

06/18/2026

🎉 Celebrate Juneteenth with Proud Ground on both sides of the Columbia River this Saturday, June 20!

Join us as we celebrate freedom, culture, community, and opportunity at two incredible events. Stop by the Proud Ground table to learn how affordable homeownership is helping families build stability and generational wealth throughout the Portland-Vancouver region.

📍 PORTLAND: Juneteenth Oregon
Location: Lillis-Albina Park
Festival: Noon–7pm (Proud Ground on-site until 4pm)
For more information: https://juneteenthor.com/

Enjoy food vendors, cultural exhibitions at the History Tent, raffles, a children's play area, and live music with performances curated in partnership with PDX Jazz.

📍 VANCOUVER: Juneteenth Freedom Celebration
Location: Esther Short Park
Time: 10am–3pm
For more information: https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/blog/post/summer-festivals/

Enjoy free concerts, an interactive historical museum exhibit, free face painting, a photobooth, and over 70 businesses and non-profit vendors. The Farmer's Market will be happening at the same time.

We look forward to celebrating with you!

06/17/2026

🏡 What can an all-in monthly housing payment of approximately $2,000 get you in the Portland metro area?

For one lucky homebuyer, it could mean owning a beautifully maintained condo in Beaverton's highly sought-after Progress Ridge neighborhood through Proud Ground's affordable homeownership program.

Join us for an Open House on Saturday, June 20, and see firsthand how affordable homeownership can become a reality. Explore the home, learn about the buying process, and discover whether Proud Ground's program is right for you.

📍 Located in the Beaverton School District:

• Nancy Ryles Elementary School

• Conestoga Middle School

• Southridge High School

Please help us spread the word by sharing this opportunity with friends, family members, coworkers, and community members who may be looking for an affordable path to homeownership.

For property details and income eligibility requirements, visit www.proudground.org/available-properties.

06/08/2026

📣 Join the Proud Ground Team!

We're hiring a Homeownership Outreach Coordinator to help connect more families with our affordable homeownership opportunities across our six-county service area.

In this role, you'll:
🏡 Educate prospective homebuyers about Proud Ground's affordable homeownership program for income-eligible households
🤝 Build partnerships with community organizations, schools, faith communities, and higher education institutions serving BIPOC communities
🎪 Represent Proud Ground at housing fairs, neighborhood events, summer concerts, and other community gatherings
📢 Lead information sessions in English and Spanish and support applicants throughout the homebuying process
📊 Track outreach efforts, manage surveys, and help strengthen our community impact

✨ Benefits include:
✔ Bilingual pay premium available to qualified applicants
✔ 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees
✔ 15 vacation days and 15 sick days accrued in the first year
✔ 12 paid holidays plus paid time off between Christmas and New Year's Day
✔ 3% retirement match
✔ Cell phone stipend

View the complete position description at https://www.proudground.org/employment-opportunities

📅 Position open until filled
📧 Send your cover letter and resume to: [email protected]

At Proud Ground, we know that great candidates don't always meet every qualification listed in a job description. We strongly encourage women, people of color, and candidates from nontraditional backgrounds to apply.

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