The People’s Market at Rockwood – Portland, OR
Tool : Neighborhood Business Incubators
The People’s Market at Rockwood is an incubator centering BIPOC farmers and makers, located in an ethnically and racially diverse Portland suburb that has suffered significant underinvestment in recent decades. The neighborhood is a food desert with few places to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables.
The 39,000 square foot indoor Rockwood Market includes micro-spaces for restaurants, grocers, and retailers, and features local produce and handmade items by BIPOC vendors. Its small, affordable commercial spaces give businesses the opportunity to start up and grow. The marketplace offers flexible lease terms, incentive packages, and technical assistance. It also hosts programs that serve the surrounding neighborhoods, such as live music featuring local artists, panel discussions centered on local small business entrepreneurship, and holiday and cultural events.