Engines for Change is working with Black Futures Farm (BFF), a motorcyclist-led nonprofit dedicated to food sovereignty and urban agriculture in Portland, OR. BFF works to heal the connection between Black people and the land, which they achieve through community-building, education, and providing vegetables, fruits, and herbs for those in need.

Engines for Change and Black Futures Farm are hosting a volunteer day on Sept. 9th for Portlanders who want to get involved. This event is for both motorcyclists and non-motorcyclists!

This is a free event, but we ask that you sign up so that we can have a headcount. Details are below, we're looking forward to getting our hands dirty with you!

Event Details

What: A volunteer day to support Black Futures Farm with weeding, harvesting, planting, or any other work they need help with. We also will be learning about the organization's work, why it's important, and how we can continue to support this cause.

When: Saturday, September 9, 2023, 8:30am-12:30pm
Afterward, the Litas Portland will be hosting their Second Saturday ride from this location (open to Litas only)

Where: Black Futures Farm, 6745 SE 60th Street, Portland OR 97206

How to get there: Black Futures Farm is located at 6745 SE 60th Ave, within the Learning Gardens Lab site, which is to the left of the PPS building if you are driving south on 60th ave. There is a parking lot and a large gate and then about 20 feet to the left of it is a smaller gate. Please park on the street and walk through the small gate with the Learning Gardens Lab vinyl sign on the gate. You will then follow the wood chip path all the way to the farm.

What to bring: Water bottle, sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses), your own gloves if you have them, a bagged lunch if you would like to join us for the education/discussion hour. BFF will provide tools, instruction, and gloves for those who did not bring their own.

What to wear: We recommend wearing cool clothing that protects your skin and can get dirty. Please wear closed toed shoes such as work boots that are waterproof, durable rain boots, or sneakers.

What to expect (subject to change):

8:30am - Introduction to the farm and instructions on what to do
9-11:30am - Volunteer activities
11:30am-12:30pm - Lunch and educational discussion
12:30pm - Litas depart on Second Sunday ride; ride routes will be provided for others who also want to ride

If you would like to support Black Futures Farm and Engines for Change, please consider making a donation through this page. Your tax-deductible donation will help to support communities in Portland, OR to make our communities a better place.

Global Grid Project is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to increasing awareness about energy poverty and creating accessibility for basic resources throughout the developing world. Engines for Change is a registered DBA under Global Grid Project. Tax-deductible donations can be made under either name through the same EIN (465654449).

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