Vision into Action (VIA) Coalition

The Vision into Action (VIA) Coalition is a broad, community-led alliance of organizations, businesses, government and individuals acting collectively to ensure implementation of Portland's community vision. The newly formed Coalition will be initiating and supporting community-based action that advances the values and aspirations expressed through visionPDX. Click here to view our Coalition partners and friends.

The VIA Coalition began its work in March 2008, led by a Steering Committee made up of community members from diverse backgrounds and supported by City bureau representatives.

The Steering Committee is currently working to create a framework for community-led action that will help guide vision implementation. Vision into Action aims to launch 2 – 3 large-scale VIA projects/initiatives within the first year. They also oversee a Vision into Action community grants program, funded by the City of Portland.

With roots in many communities and perspectives, the Coalition will facilitate ongoing collaboration between government and the people it serves and build community ownership of the vision through education and outreach.