PORTLAND SOUL

represents the soul, the essence, and the style of Portland. This business is the manifestation of Portland values like independence, authenticity, and sustainability.

LOCAL LEGEND

supports other local businesses by “shopping local” for products and services, creating an economic ripple effect as money circulates within the community.

FOREST CITY HERO

our environmental hero– immersed in sustainable practices, such as creating or selling new items from used materials, using energy efficient appliances, composting, reducing usage of toxic products, or reducing waste.

RISING TIDE AWARD

an exciting, inspiring new business that opened in 2007 or 2008 and is great for any reason you choose!

BEACON OF MY NEIGHBORHOOD

improves your neighborhood by organizing people, beautifying the streets, making streets safer, finding resources, hosting events, encouraging new businesses to come in, or similar activities. We will be awarding several Beacon awards for neighborhoods around the city.

THE RESURGAM COMMUNITY IMPACT AWARD

has significantly impacted Portland, the state, and/or the world through activities such as starting programs, mentoring, giving donations of time, money or goods, etc.

THE PORTLAND OBSERVATORY
PILLAR OF THE COMMUNITY

this is the business that has been around forever, persevering through the good and the bad, mentoring new businesses, preserving our city’s history and character. It’s the classic spot “you have to go to” when visitors come to town.