Are you passionate about sustainability and making a difference in our community?
Support the MoveUP: Reduce & Reuse Initiative!
What is MoveUP?
MoveUP is currently funded by the Oregon DEQ Reduce, Reuse, Reimagine Grant (2025–2027) and has two components.
First, it helps the University of Portland cut down on waste during move-in and move-out at the University’s dorms and off-campus student housing. Each year, we collect, donate, and redistribute usable items—both to students and local nonprofit organizations—to keep them out of the landfill.
Second, through the MoveUP Marketplace, students can rent gently used mini fridges and microwaves for the school year at an affordable cost. By reusing and repurposing these goods, MoveUP makes dorm life easier and more affordable while building a more sustainable campus and community.
Why Support MoveUP?
Supporting MoveUP means investing in a cleaner, more sustainable campus and a stronger local community. Every donation or rental helps reduce waste, cut costs for students, and keep usable items out of the landfill. Together, we can make reusing the norm and ensure that moving in—and moving up—at UP is better for everyone.