Safe Places.
Big Dreams.
Dream Big City transforms underused streets into vibrant community plazas
where youth and neighborhoods connect through skateboarding,
sports, music, art, and culture.
What We Do
Dream Big City transforms underused streets into vibrant community plazas. Our programs connect youth and families through skateboarding, basketball, music, art, and culture.
Street Plazas
Transforming underused streets into vibrant community plazas.
Youth Programs
Skateboarding, basketball, music, art, and mentorship.
Community Events
FamJam and neighborhood gatherings across Portland.
Our Impact
Dream Big City is building safe places where youth and communities connect, create, and thrive.
170+ Community
Events
Safe, alcohol- and drug-free events bringing youth and neighborhoods together across Portland through consistent, community-driven activation, everything free
120,000+ Youth & Adults Engaged • 90,000+ Meals Served
Safe, alcohol- and drug-free spaces built around skateboarding, basketball, music, art, mentorship, and community connection across Portland
Portland
Dream Plaza
A nonprofit-stewarded street plaza in Portland, serving as a working prototype for an outdoor community center built in the street and shaped by the community
Growing Across Portland
Plans to expand into neighborhoods across Portland, turning underused streets into outdoor community centers built with and for the people who live there
KGW News Story
Portland Opens Dream Plaza!
“Creatives bring the passion.... But the city, PBOT, The Central Eastside Industrial Council, they brought all the energy too.”
170+ Events over 6 years
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over 18,000 meals served annually
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more than 120,000 attendees
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170+ Events over 6 years - over 18,000 meals served annually - more than 120,000 attendees -
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Building Portland’s Dream Plazas
Dream Big City is building a network of community plazas across Portland where youth and neighbors gather, move, create, and connect.
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Open Now!
SE 9th & Taylor -
Proposed — activating Old Town Portland
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Proposed — East Portland
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Proposed — East Portland
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Future site
All Wheels Welcome.
All People Welcome.
Building community
Working together, we can bring out the best in our city. Our two programs, Fam Jam and Giving in PDX, focus on youth, culture, and community. Our objective is to have a meaningful impact and assist other non-profit organizations in reaching their objectives. Let's join forces and create a positive transformation in our city!
Get Involved
Join us in building safe, vibrant spaces for Portland's youth and neighborhoods.
Working with Community Partners
