DE ZULA believes everyone can help build a greener, fairer, and kinder world. We cultivate sustainable neighborhoods where people and nature thrive together.
A nonprofit based in Portland, Oregon, turning care into action through tree planting, neighborhood cleanups, creative upcycling, and local partnerships.
We aim to build resilient, sustainable communities where respect and solidarity guide how people live with the natural world. Every activity is designed to turn care into action so small steps today create outsized impact tomorrow.
Our core initiatives focus on practical, joyful, and community-led climate action.
Reforesting priority sites and restoring native ecosystems in neighborhoods most affected by climate change.
Monthly cleanups, recycling drives, and micro-improvements that make shared spaces greener and safer.
Transforming discarded materials into useful goods and public art, led by volunteers and local artists.
Collaborations that amplify community-led sustainability and reduce waste, emissions, and inequities.
“Green Roots Festival — Portland 2026”
April 18–20, 2026 — a community-wide celebration during Earth Month featuring:
We expect 500+ volunteers and residents to take part and spark lasting climate action.
There are many ways to support DE ZULA:
Join hands-on tree planting, habitat work, neighborhood cleanups, and festival teams.
Sign upPitch creative projects or local partnerships that advance sustainable neighborhoods.
Propose an IdeaSupport with funds or in‑kind recyclable materials to power community projects.
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