Big River Community Land Trust

05/07/2026

🎉 BIG NEWS from Big River Community Land Trust! 🎉

We are so excited to announce that our very first home on Tucker Road has officially closed — and yesterday, Brandon and Jenna received the keys to their brand new home! 🏡🗝️

This is a landmark moment for our organization and for our community, and it would not have been possible without the incredible support of people like YOU. Every contribution, every word of encouragement, and every act of belief in this mission helped put keys in the hands of a deserving family.

Brandon and Jenna, welcome home. We are so proud and grateful to have been part of your journey.

And to our amazing supporters — thank you. Tucker Road is just the first of many. The best is yet to come! ❤️

04/28/2026

🎉 WE CUT THE RIBBON ON OUR FIRST HOME!!! 🎉

Last Friday, something truly special happened. Big River CLT held a ribbon cutting for the Tucker Road project — and just like that, what started as an idea became real. Affordable ownership housing, right here in our community. WE DID IT.

And the best part? We close with our incredible buyer in just ONE WEEK. They are beyond excited to call this place home, and honestly, so are we. 🏡

This is only the beginning. Thank you to everyone who believed in this vision and helped make it happen. The best is yet to come! 🙌

03/06/2026

🌟 Shape your family's future — and your community's.

Join us for the Community Legacy Initiative, a FREE evening event hosted by a coalition of Columbia River Gorge nonprofits.

📅 Thursday, March 19 | 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 Fort Dalles Readiness Center, The Dalles, OR

Did you know only 35% of families have a will — and even fewer include charitable giving? This event is here to change that. Connect with financial planners, attorneys, CPAs, and estate planning experts who can help you take the first step.

✅ Free expert panel & Q&A
✅ Free resources & handouts
✅ Learn how to leave a lasting charitable legacy
✅ Light snacks provided by Casa El Mirador

Spots are limited — pre-registration required.

🎟️ Register now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/shaping-the-future-community-legacy-initiative-tickets-1975645975295?aff=erelexpmlt

02/27/2026

We want to thank all the neighbors and community members who came out to see what we are planning for the Avalon Drive neighborhood. It was a great turn out and we appreciate all the comments and feedback!

These events are more than just a requirement for us, we love the opportunity to hear from those who will be directly impacted. That's part of building for our community. 🏠💞

02/20/2026

🏡 Big news for Hood River! We just received a $2M federal grant to build 40+ permanently affordable homes for the teachers, farmworkers, firefighters, and healthcare workers who make our community thrive.

Hood River County is currently the least affordable place to buy a home in Oregon — this funding is a major step toward changing that.

But there's still work to do. We halfway to our $4M goal. Learn how you can help at bigriverclt.org. 🌊🏔️

01/28/2026

Step inside Tucker Rd! 🏡

We're thrilled to celebrate the completion of Big River Community Land Trust's very first home - and what a milestone it is. This beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom, 1,268 sq ft home represents more than quality construction; it represents possibility.

From energy-efficient heat pumps and solar panels to a single-car garage wired for EV charging, every thoughtful detail was designed with affordability and sustainability in mind. But what makes this moment truly special? A local family of first-time homebuyers is on their way to ownership, turning the dream of homeownership into reality.

This is just the beginning. One home. One family. One foundation for a stronger, more equitable community.

Welcome home. 💙

11/17/2025

This crew is working hard to get the sewer connection completed for our first house on Tucker Rd. Please be kind to the workers as they try to keep traffic flowing and get the work done as quickly as possible.

Beginning Monday, November 17th at 8am Crestline Construction will be working on the southbound lane of Tucker Road/281 in Hood River, Oregon, approximately 1,000 feet south of Windmaster Corner. Consequently, this lane will utilize Traffic Control Flaggers to help motorists navigate the work zone. Motorists heading south on this road can expect minor delays, and are encouraged to find alternate routes, if possible.
Work is scheduled to take place daily November 17th -19th, from 8am-3pm.
We appreciate your patience as we bring needed infrastructure improvements to this area.
Questions can be directed to Sam Krentz, Crestline Project Manager: 541-506-4000

09/20/2025

Dreaming of a home you can actually afford? 🌟
Join our Tucker Road House Info Session to learn how Big River CLT makes it possible.

📅 Tuesday, September 23 @ 6pm
💻 Sign up here: https://bigriverclt.org/buyers/

09/17/2025

When we build homes, we build community. 💡🌱

Support the Tucker Road project by choosing a gift from our Gift Catalog — every item funds part of an affordable home for local families.

Together, we can keep Hood River strong.

https://givebutter.com/c/TuckerGift/auction

09/13/2025

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟

Applications are now OPEN for our Tucker Road home! 🏡✨ This is a rare opportunity to purchase a permanently affordable home right here in Hood River.

📅 Application Window: September 11 – September 30

To apply, you’ll need documentation of your income, assets, debts and credit.

👉 Learn more and apply today at https://bigriverclt.org/apply/

Let’s keep Hood River families living where they work, go to school, and thrive. 💚