A New Year’s Message from NWCC Board Chair Ken Thrasher

As we end 2023, I want to thank all the members, supporters, partners, and the Pearl District community for supporting the NW Community Conservancy's work to improve safety, livability, and the business climate in the Pearl.

Thank you! The NWCC receives support from the Samuel S. Johnson Foundation for its community work.

We are honored to receive a gift from this prestigious foundation.

Extend the gift of NWCC membership to your favorite neighborhood business.

NWCC’s 24/7 humanitarian and security hotline offers valuable support for businesses and their employees. Sponsor a local small business today by donating a 3-6 or 12-month membership ($250/month). All donations are tax-deductible. NWCC will apply your donation to the business of your choice, or we can apply it to a business in need if you would like. Learn more by contacting NWCC Director of Member Services, Mary Paganelli, at mary@nwccpdx.org

Governor’s Task Force Publishes Recommendations for Portland's Comeback

Ken Thrasher, NWCC Chair, served on the Livable Neighborhoods committee of the Governor’s Central City Task Force.

NWCC is featured in the KATU series a City in Crisis as a solution to the challenges facing Portland.

Deb Knapp of KATU-TV interviewed Ken Thrasher, board chair of the NW Community Conservancy, NWCCpdx. The interview is centered around a local community focused on addressing the issues of crime and homelessness in Portland, Oregon.

New York Times Portrayal of the Heroic Efforts of Echelon Security Guard, Michael Bock

We are honored to partner with such an inspirational team. As Portland continues to face unprecedented challenges with homelessness, mental illness, and drugs, Michael Bock and his team from Echelon provide humanitarian service to the community.

https://www.nytimes.com/2023/10/01/us/security-guard-public-safety-portland.html

NWCC presents to Pearl BSC

Pearl BSC Co-Chair Ramzy Hattar with Stan Penkin (President PDNA & Board ember BSC) and NWCC Board Chair Ken Thrasher at October’s meeting.

Thanks so much to Erath Tasting Room for hosting October’s Pearl BSC meeting! As you can see, it was a fantastic gathering with a lot of information for local businesses and residents alike.

Welcome, Mary L. Paganelli, Director of Membership Services! “I am excited to be part of the NWCC’s initiative to improve safety and livability for all who live, work, play, and learn in the Pearl District. I look forward to engaging with our community, connecting with members, and growing the NWCC through new partnerships and memberships.”

Mary brings three decades of community outreach and communications experience to our team and will be responsible for NWCC membership development and support. Learn more about Mary Here.

NWCC Portland Rotary Presentation

PDNA and NWCC share their joint efforts to revitalize the Pearl District.

Ken Thrasher/NWCC and Stan Penkin/PDNA and NWCC, share their joint efforts to revitalize the Pearl District.

Discussions centered around making a difference in the Pearl. The Northwest Community Conservancy (NWCC) is a unique and comprehensive humanitarian and security initiative aimed at improving the safety and livability of all who live, work, play and learn in the Pearl District.