Classes and Events
All our learning, networking, and social events in one place.
We are delighted to make a variety of learning opportunities, community gatherings, home tours, and more available every month. Please take a look at the list below to see what’s coming up!
Use the filters on the left to find the events that suit your needs.
Psst! Are you looking for our Homebuyer Education Class?
Proud Ground 25th Anniversary Celebration
You’re Invited!
Join us for an evening of connection and
celebration all in the spirit of community.
Thanks to your support, Proud Ground has become the largest community land trust in the Pacific Northwest, helping more than 650 households become first-time homeowners.
This is your moment to join with others—individuals, corporations, Proud Ground homeowners, realtors, lenders, coalition partners, public agencies, and more—as we honor the incredible people and partnerships that define the “community” in community land trust.
Let’s celebrate the power of community. Together, we make the dream of affordable homeownership a reality for families in Oregon and SW Washington!
Hope to see you!
Dominique (Dom) Merriweather
Executive Director
Thank You to Our Sponsors
Title Sponsor
Foundation Co-Sponsors
Cornerstone Sponsor
Bedrock Sponsor
Key Sponsors
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact Marilyn Kun at 503.493.0293 ext. 105
with any additional questions or concerns.
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At Proud Ground, our tagline is “Dreams Begin Here.” When individuals and families fulfill the American dream of homeownership, they gain stability and begin creating wealth. Then, they can create even more dreams for their futures.
Whether it’s continuing their education, getting involved in their child’s neighborhood school, starting a family, inviting aging family members to live with them, starting a business . . . futures become brighter thanks to your support of Proud Ground.
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No. The event will have neither live nor silent auction items. We will, however, have a paddle raise for those attendees inspired to support our work. There also will be a raffle.
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Your three-course dinner includes a choice of chicken, pork, or vegetarian entree, as described below.
Herb-Roasted Farm Chicken with Fancy Mushrooms and Calvados Cream
Tomato-Braised Pork Shoulder
Panisse: Chickpea Fritter with Grilled Maitakes, Pickled Shimejis, Roasted Cippolinis, and Herb Emulsion
Indicate your preference by clicking the link in the ticket confirmation you will receive by email.
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Yes. Please indicate any dietary restrictions or food allergies when you select your entree.
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We anticipate many people will be coming after their work day, whether on-site or remote. As such, come as you are. If you wish to dress festively, please feel free.
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The Redd on Salmon is located at 831 SE Salmon St, Portland, OR 97214.
Public and metered street parking is available in the area surrounding the event venue.
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The event is schedule to end by 8:00 PM.
Homebuyer Education Class
Are you buying a home from Proud Ground? Congratulations! As you know, you are required to complete an 8-hour homebuyer education class prior to closing on your home. After you have completed a class, you will meet with our homeownership counselor. Plan to provide information about your homeownership class participation in that meeting.
Take the class offered by Proud Ground
You may choose to take the homebuyer education class offered by Proud Ground through our vendor, Framework. This is an a-synchronous class. That means you can take it whenever you want!
Please note that there is a $75 fee to take this class.
Take a class through another organization
Several organizations in our community offer homeownership classes that count toward the course requirement. Follow the links below to explore your options.
The African American Alliance for Homeownerships
DevNW
Hacienda CDC
Native American Youth & Family Center (NAYA)
Open Door Housing Works
Portland Housing Center