2022 PCEF Recipients
On July 20, 2022, Portland City Council voted to approve PCEF's second package of recommended funding proposals, awarding more than $100 million to fund 65 projects in the clean energy, regenerative agriculture/green infrastructure, workforce development fields. Link To PCEF Grant Announcement: Constructing Hope Building Equity: Clean Energy Careers through Construction [...]
Constructing Hope Named One Of 100 Best Nonprofits To Work For in Oregon
"Employees praise the organization’s decision-making process — whether it's planning the return to face-to-face or hybrid work or providing input into the design for the building's murals. “I am empowered to make decisions about my work, and what is best for the organization,” says one employee. “We provide the people [...]
Story of Hope – Michael Asana, Spring 2021 Graduate
“A Push For More” “To me, Constructing Hope is a bridge to hope for anyone who is discouraged or does not have a means or a way to progress in life.” Michael Asana came to Constructing Hope ready to take the next step in life. He had [...]
Story of Hope – Antonio Gonzalez, Winter 2022 Graduate
“Work Hard” Despite the obstacles he faced, Winter of 2022 graduate Antonio Gonzalez is forging a path forward for himself and his family. Before joining Constructing Hope, Antonio was living in Las Vegas, struggling to secure stable housing and make ends meet. His uncle, who lives in [...]
Construction Hope Featured In “Construction Dive” Digital Magazine
"The construction industry faces a stark shortage of workers, but programs and people across the country are working at the local level to solve the problem. Help Wanted highlights grassroots efforts to recruit the next generation of construction pros." Link To Construction Dive Article: HERE
Story of Hope – Chelsea Asselmeier, Winter 2021 Graduate
“Don't Stop Believing” For Chelsea, Constructing Hope opened the door to what once felt like an unimaginable life. Throughout her life, Chelsea faced many challenges and setbacks, to a point where she was houseless, struggling to find food, security, and sobriety. Now, three years later, she is [...]