Soul District

MLK Dream Run
2023-09-16 09:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | OR
(Kickoff Celebration)

MLK Dream Run
2023-09-16 10:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | PCC
Community Day, Entertainment centre, Soulful Vendor Village, kids race, food, and more

MLK Dream Run
2023-09-17 07:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Margaret Carter Building
(Race Day)

MLK Dream Run
2023-09-17 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | OR
Race Day. Run, jog or walk a 5k, 10k, or 15k around the Soul District with your friends

IBR Economic Opportunities Listening Session
2024-01-10 11:30 - 13:00 UTC | OR
Kicking off the new year with our monthly small business basic workshops. We are teaming up with the Interstate Bridge Replacement Project to learn about how this 600 million dollar investment will impact and or invest in small businesses.

Silicon Forest Tech Summit: Harnessing the Power of Diversity
2024-01-20 12:30 - 16:30 UTC | OR

Catalyzing Lower Albina: AVT x Portland Public Schools Hearing
2024-01-23 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Portland School District, 501 North Dixon Street, Portland, OR, 97227, United States
In 2021, AVT was successful in acquiring right of first offer and right of first refusal on the Portland Public Schools (PPS) headquarters site, now known as the Dr. Matthew Prophet Education Center (PEC). In partnership with the Albina Vision Trust, PPS has a once-in-a-generation opportunity to clear the way for a nationally precedent-setting, child-centered redevelopment effort and reactivate the communal fabric of Lower Albina.
Relocating the PEC would enable the development of over 1,000 units of child-centered housing, an education hub, mixed-use commercial opportunity, and abundant communal green space right along the Willamette waterfront.
So what’s keeping us from getting started? Well, first, we need to officially acquire the PPS headquarters building. We’ve done the work to mobilize the community and capital to do so – now, we just need the Portland Schools Board of Education to formally approve relocating and pass a resolution agreeing to a timeline for a transaction.
This coming Tuesday, January 23rd, the PPS Board will be hosting a public work session to discuss the prospect of relocation. The urgency of the current moment cannot be overstated.
Now more than ever, we need our community to show up in numbers to let the board know how important this relocation is to not just Black Portlanders, but all Portlanders.
RSVP to attend below and come ready to stand alongside our beloved community in love and joy. We aren’t gearing up for a war; we’re gearing up for a celebration!
See you all Tuesday!

Small Business Stabilization Restore Grant - Deadline for Cycle 5 applications extended to Thurs, Feb 29, 2024.
2024-02-01 - 2024-02-29 | OR
The Small Business Stabilization Restore Grant Program will support Portland small businesses experiencing hardships resulting from the winter storm in January 2024. The Restore Grant Program can provide up to $25,000 in reimbursements to eligible small businesses or nonprofits located in the City of Portland for qualifying expenses related to the winter storm in January 2024.
Applications close Thurs, February 29, 2024.

Understanding the Power of Reiki and Vibrational Sound Therapy
2024-02-10 14:00 - 17:00 UTC | OR

Small Business Open House 2024
2024-02-14 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | OR

Mastering Your Small Business Taxes: Expert Tips and Tricks
2024-02-21 10:30 - 13:00 UTC | OR
Join the Soul District Business Association for our Small Business Basic Series that provides you with information on bookkeeping & taxes!

Level Up! Access to Capital + Wealth & Risk Management Workshop
2024-02-29 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | Meyer Memorial Trust, Center for Great Purposes, 2045 North Vancouver Avenue, Portland, OR, 97227, United States
BUF-OR Community Justice & Equity Presents:
Level Up! Access to Capital + Wealth & Risk Management Workshop
Join Aben Hill, Jordan Johnson of Rivermark Credit Union, and Dominic Cain of Northwestern Mutual for a powerful financial empowerment workshop. Historically, business banking has not been favorable to entrepreneurs of color, and more specifically, Black entrepreneurs. Aben and Jordan are making great strides to change that sentiment through the Diversity Lending Program. Dominic Cain is a financial advisor appointed with Northwestern Mutual. He assists individuals, families, and businesses to protect what they’ve built and plan for the future through comprehensive wealth & risk management.

COBID Certification WORKSHOP: Business Oregon joins NAWBO Oregon
2024-03-08 09:00 - 16:00 UTC | OR

NW Youth Career's Expo
2024-03-19 09:00 - 13:30 UTC | Oregon Convention Center, 777 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland, OR, 97232, United States
Career expo for high school youth.

Leveraging AI and Automation
2024-03-20 11:30 - 13:00 UTC | Soul District Business Association, 6607 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Portland, OR, 97211, United States
Master the skills, harness the tactics, and wield the tools essential for conquering your field and triumphing in the fierce digital arena of today.
RSVP for our free AI and Automation workshop, hosted by Eddie Holford. https://smallbizbasics.souldistrictbiz.com/home-page

Here’s What You’ll Walk Away With…

Gain a deeper understanding of how AI and automation can revolutionize marketing for small businesses.
Learn practical strategies for implementing AI and automation tools into existing marketing workflows.
Discover how to personalize marketing efforts and target the right audience effectively.
Acquire insights from real-world case studies and success stories.
Network with peers and industry experts to exchange ideas and best practices.
Access to the world leading all in one system to implement it all.

MLK Jr Blvd Corridor Safety Listening & Feedback Session
2024-04-05 13:30 - 15:00 UTC | Beatrice Morrow Cannadey Apartments, 3340 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland, OR, 97212, United States
The NE Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard project will enhance pedestrian crossings and reduce gaps between crossings to improve safety, access transit, and access to destinations along MLK.
Portland Bureau of Transportation is actively working in partnership with the Soul District Business Association and key stakeholders on NE MLK Jr Blvd corridor to identify future priorities and seek funding for additional investments to improve safety and access along this corridor.
Register here: https://smallbizbasics.souldistrictbiz.com/mlk_improvement_project

The Retail Revolution: Small Businesses Basics
2024-04-17 11:30 - 13:00 UTC | Soul District Business Association, 6607 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Portland, OR, 97211, United States
Retail is evolving quicker than ever, and local businesses are taking center stage in the next act. Is your business ready?

This workshop is ideal for any business that is currently in retail or wants to add an additional revenue channel by retailing more products.

Speed Networking Extravaganza
2024-05-02 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | Alberta Street Pub, 1036 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR, 97211, United States
East Portland Chamber of Commerce is proud to co-host this Speed Networking event with the Soul District Business Association!
This is an excellent opportunity for you to get to know some fellow business owners and managers in East Portland. Join us for a fun and easy going way to quickly get to know your local business community.
Bring a raffle item to get an extra minute of time to talk in front of the group. Bring cash to buy raffle tickets!

MLK Jr Blvd Corridor Safety Listening & Feedback Session
2024-05-03 13:30 - 15:00 UTC | Soul District Business Association, 6607 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Portland, OR, 97211, United States

Board Connect Board Matching Event
2024-05-20 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | NW Natural, 250 SW Taylor St. Portland, OR 97204, Portland, OR, 97204, United States
We are excited to participate in a board matching event with the People’s Nonprofit
Accelerator. If you’re interested in learning more about board service with
community nonprofits, join us for this event, hosted at NW Natural in downtown
Portland.
Event Details:
Date: Monday, May, 20, 2024
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: 250 Taylor St., Portland, OR 97204
Cost: Prospective Board Members tickets are sliding scale $0 – $15
Learn more about the event and participating nonprofits:
https://thepeoplesnonprofit.org/programs/board-connect-program
Register to join:
https://wvdo.memberclicks.net/index.php?option=com_mcform&view=ngforms&id=2200989#!/

MLK Jr Blvd Corridor Safety Walking Tour
2024-05-21 15:00 - 17:00 UTC | Soul District Business Association, 6607 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Portland, OR, 97211, United States
Join us and PBOT for our walking tour on MLK Jr Blvd to see where the crosswalk improvements will be. After we will have a happy hour.
The NE Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard project will enhance pedestrian crossings and reduce gaps between crossings to improve safety, access transit, and access to destinations along MLK.
Portland Bureau of Transportation is actively working in partnership with the Soul District Business Association and key stakeholders on NE MLK Jr Blvd corridor to identify future priorities and seek funding for additional investments to improve safety and access along this corridor.
Register here: https://smallbizbasics.souldistrictbiz.com/mlk_improvement_project

Last Thursday on Alberta Street
2024-06-27 18:00 - 21:00, 2024-07-25 18:00 - 21:00, 2024-08-29 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | Alberta Arts District, NE Alberta Street, Portland, OR, 97211, United States
Last Thursday is a community grown event, free for all artists and art vendors, musicians, performers & visitors. Alberta Street is closed to traffic for Last Thursdays in June, July and August. However, every Last Thursday of the month our galleries hold their opening parties, and performance venues and bars often host live music and performances. If the weather is nice enough, then vendors take to the street.

Mississippi Street Fair
2024-07-13 10:00 - 22:00 UTC | Historic Mississippi Ave Business Association, 3939 N Mississippi Ave., Portland, OR, 97227, United States
Our community partner is hosting its annual street fair! The event itself will be free and there will be live music, a kids zone, a Grandfathers Rib-Off Competition, hundreds of vendors, and other shopping and dining options. It is in the heart of North Mississippi Avenue from Fremont to Skidmore. From 5 a.m. to midnight, the street will be open to foot traffic only.

Big Yard Dodge Ball Tournament
2024-07-27 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | Holy Redeemer School, 127 N Rosa Parks Way, Portland, OR 97217, Portland, OR, 97217, United States
Our community partner the Big Yard Foundation is hosting a dodgeball tournament! 6-8 people and $200 registration fee per team. Minimum of 4 players to start the game. Players must be 14 years of age or older. All players must sign a waiver; participants under 16 require a parent signature.

"Success Looks Like You" National Conference
2024-08-02 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | The Courtyard Marriott North Portland, 1231 N Anchor Way, Portland, OR, 97217, United States
Calling all women entrepreneurs! Join us for a transformative 3-day event designed to help you exceed your personal, professional, and spiritual goals. Created by the visionary Pastor Renee’ Ward (NEXSTAR’S Remarkable Woman 2021), this ‘Girly Gathering’ will bring together phenomenal women from across the United States. Enjoy creative networking activities including a VIP Reception, Fashion Show, and Trade Show.
Keynote Speaker: Caterina Harris Earl from Brentwood, CA—a dynamic business leader and successful entrepreneur—will share her expertise in professional development and mentoring high-performance, multi-cultural executive teams.

Prosper Portland Resources for Small Businesses
2024-08-02 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | La Paloma, 8641 N Lombard St, Portland, OR, 97203, United States
Join us for an exciting event by Prosper Portland, focused on providing valuable resources for small businesses! Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow, this event is packed with insights and support to help your business thrive. Learn from experts, network with other entrepreneurs, and discover new opportunities to take your business to the next level.

Soul Stroll
2024-08-24 08:30 - 12:00 UTC | North Portland Dawson Park, 1 N Stanton St, Portland, OR, 97227, United States
Soul Stroll is an annual event dedicated to promoting health awareness within the African American community.
The aim is to provide accessible physical activity programs that enhance overall health and well-being, formerly hosted by the African American Health Coalition for 22 years.
They offer evidence-based health education and advocacy, with a strong emphasis on addressing chronic diseases such as diabetes, which disproportionately affect our community. Their primary goal is to prevent and delay the onset of Type 2 Diabetes.
Join us as we build bridges toward a healthier community and discover the transformative power of the Soul Stroll wellness walk, a cornerstone of our mission.

"In My Shoes" Word is Bond 5K Walk
2024-08-31 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | Sockeye, North Broadway, Portland, OR, 240 N Broadway suite 301, Portland, OR, 97227, United States
Join us for the “In My Shoes” 5K walk to promote community safety, wellness, and healing in Black Portland! This event is all about walking, storytelling, and engaging in future development plans that can shape our community.

Foster community safety, wellness, and healing by walking, sharing stories, and engaging in future development plans that can influence Black Portland.

This 5K walk goes through historical Albina and Old Town Chinatown is a fundraiser designed to reclaim space in a newly gentrified area. Youth and their supporters will walk together, sharing poetry, memories, and resources, and reflecting on future city development plans.

Route: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1Fh9q4FHIvupkWFhKLIQs1kXsoYChyTE&usp=sharing
