Nonprofit Dream Big City opens community plaza in Portland’s Central Eastside

The nonprofit Dream Big City aims to create safe, drug- and alcohol-free community events across Portland. Over the last six years, the organization has put on more than 170 events featuring live music, art, free meals and mentorship opportunities for youth. Its latest project is to turn a blighted street in Portland’s Central Eastside into a community plaza with skateboard ramps, basketball hoops and more.

Alex Murrell is the founder and executive director of Dream Big City. He joins us to talk more about the nonprofit’s work.

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