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Sustainability is a team sport. We are proud to work alongside Portland's most forward-thinking organizations to build a truly circular economy.
No single company can solve the packaging waste crisis alone. That is why we have built a network of over 60 partners across the Portland metro area — businesses, nonprofits, environmental organizations, and community groups that share our commitment to keeping materials in use and out of landfills.
Our partnerships are not surface-level sponsorships or logo placements. They are deep, operational collaborations that drive real impact. Our business partners supply us with surplus boxes and purchase used packaging for their operations. Our sustainability partners help us advocate for better policies and measure our environmental impact. Our community partners ensure that the benefits of the circular economy reach every corner of Portland.
Together, this network has diverted over 5 million boxes from landfills, planted 2,400+ trees, cleaned 12 tons of waste from Portland waterways, provided free boxes to 30+ nonprofits, and created over 40 green jobs in underserved communities. And we are just getting started.
Local companies that supply and purchase used boxes through our network. These businesses form the backbone of our circular economy — providing a steady supply of surplus boxes and purchasing quality used packaging for their operations.
One of our largest box suppliers and buyers, processing over 5,000 e-commerce orders daily across three Portland-area warehouses.
Provides us with a steady stream of industrial gaylord boxes and purchases our Grade A shipping boxes for their distribution clients.
Agricultural distribution company that supplies produce boxes and purchases custom-sized packaging for farm-to-table shipments.
Major supplier of heavy-duty industrial containers. Their surplus boxes serve our manufacturing and warehouse clients.
Third-party logistics provider that integrates our used box supply into their clients' packaging workflows, reducing costs by 40%.
One of Portland's beloved craft breweries, supplying us with bottle boxes and purchasing refurbished containers for distribution.
Our largest moving industry partner, purchasing thousands of wardrobe boxes, dish packs, and book boxes monthly for their customers.
Technology company that supplies pristine equipment boxes and purchases custom packaging for their refurbished electronics business.
A consortium of 12 Pearl District boutiques that collectively source used shipping boxes from us for their e-commerce operations.
Environmental groups we collaborate with on zero-waste initiatives, policy advocacy, and community education. These partnerships amplify our impact far beyond what we could achieve alone.
We serve on the advisory board and contribute data on box reuse as a model for waste diversion in other packaging categories.
Joint advocacy for extended producer responsibility legislation and circular economy policies at the state level.
Co-host annual business sustainability workshops and share best practices for waste reduction with hundreds of local companies.
Supply used boxes for green construction projects and partner on educational programs about sustainable building materials.
Founding member of this coalition of businesses committed to keeping materials in use and out of landfills.
For every 1,000 boxes diverted, we sponsor tree planting. Over 2,400 trees planted across Portland since 2023.
Partner for verified carbon offset purchases and renewable energy credit programs that power our operations.
Contribute operational data and case studies to demonstrate the economic viability of circular business models.
Schools, nonprofits, and community groups we support and work alongside. Our community partnerships focus on education, workforce development, and ensuring that sustainable packaging is accessible to organizations serving Portland's most vulnerable populations.
Paid internship and apprenticeship program providing hands-on experience in logistics, operations, and sustainability management.
We donate thousands of clean, food-grade boxes annually for food distribution to families in need across the metro area.
Supply boxes for their ReStore operations and homeowner move-in kits. We also volunteer on build days quarterly.
Co-sponsor quarterly waterway cleanup events. Our team has helped remove over 12 tons of waste from Portland rivers since 2022.
Donate boxes for park event materials and sponsor their annual Earth Day celebration in Forest Park.
Provide boxes and packing materials for their transitional housing program, helping young people move into stable housing.
Weekly box donations for their food pantry distribution and seasonal donation drives serving thousands of meals daily.
Partner on their job training programs, offering workplace tours and potential employment pathways for program graduates.
Supply large cardboard boxes for their popular Cardboard Challenge educational events attended by over 3,000 children annually.
When you partner with Portland Boxes, you gain more than a box supplier. You gain a sustainability ally invested in your success.
Turn your packaging waste into a revenue stream. Our Box Buyback program pays competitive rates for surplus boxes in good condition. Over 400 businesses earn money through our buyback program, with some generating over $1,000 per month from boxes they would otherwise discard.
Save 40-60% on box purchases compared to new packaging suppliers. Our volume discount tiers reward growing partnerships, and dedicated account managers proactively identify cost-saving opportunities based on your usage patterns.
Every partner receives quarterly environmental impact reports showing boxes diverted, CO2 saved, water conserved, and trees preserved. These reports are branded with your company name and can be shared with customers, stakeholders, and sustainability auditors.
Partners are featured on our website, social media, and marketing materials. We offer co-branded sustainability stories, joint press releases for milestone achievements, and inclusion in our annual Impact Report distributed to over 5,000 stakeholders.
Partners get priority access to our delivery fleet, guaranteed same-day delivery windows, and first right of refusal on specialty box sizes. During peak seasons, partners are always served before walk-in customers.
Our sustainability team provides complimentary waste audits, packaging optimization recommendations, and guidance on achieving zero-waste certifications. Many of our partners have used our expertise to earn Oregon Green Business certification.
Our environmental partnerships go far beyond standard corporate sponsorships. Each program addresses a specific ecological challenge with measurable outcomes.
For every 1,000 boxes we divert from landfills, we fund the planting of one native tree through Friends of Trees. Since 2023, this program has resulted in 2,400+ trees planted across Portland neighborhoods, school grounds, and public parks. Each tree absorbs approximately 48 pounds of CO2 per year, meaning our planted trees collectively remove over 57 tons of carbon annually. We prioritize planting in environmental justice communities with less than 30% tree canopy coverage.
We co-sponsor quarterly waterway cleanup events along the Willamette River, Columbia Slough, and Johnson Creek. Our team of volunteers, joined by community members, has removed over 12 tons of waste from Portland waterways since 2022. This includes plastics, discarded packaging, and other debris that threatens fish habitat and water quality. Each event attracts 50-100 volunteers and covers 2-3 miles of riverbank.
We purchase verified carbon offsets through BEF for any greenhouse gas emissions we cannot eliminate through operational improvements. In 2025, we offset 420 tons of CO2 through investments in Pacific Northwest wind energy projects and forest conservation programs. Our goal is to achieve carbon-negative status by 2029, meaning we offset more than we produce.
Our research partnership with PSU's School of the Environment has produced two peer-reviewed studies on the environmental benefits of box reuse versus recycling. Their analysis independently verified that reusing a box saves 85% of the carbon emissions and 100% of the water compared to manufacturing a new box. This research is used by policymakers across Oregon to inform waste reduction legislation.
We work alongside OEC to advocate for state-level policies supporting the circular economy. Our joint efforts contributed to the passage of Oregon's Extended Producer Responsibility legislation, which requires manufacturers to take responsibility for end-of-life packaging. We provide testimony, data, and case studies showing that box reuse is economically viable at scale.
Our partnership with the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry supports their Cardboard Challenge events, where thousands of children learn about recycling, reuse, and engineering through hands-on cardboard building projects. We supply materials, volunteer instructors, and educational content about the circular economy. In 2025, the program reached over 3,000 students across 15 events.
Our partnerships create ripple effects that extend far beyond box reuse. Here is the measurable community impact we have achieved together.
We are always looking to expand our network. Whether you are a business with surplus boxes, an organization with an environmental mission, or a community group looking for support — there is a place for you in our network.
Whether you want to sell surplus boxes, purchase affordable used packaging, or both — we make it easy. Our business partnerships are flexible, with no long-term contracts required. We start with a simple conversation about your needs, provide a no-obligation quote, and can typically begin service within one week.
We actively seek partnerships with environmental groups, research institutions, and advocacy organizations. We offer data sharing, joint program development, volunteer support, and financial sponsorship for aligned initiatives. Our goal is to amplify each other's impact.
Schools, nonprofits, shelters, food banks, and community organizations can apply for our Community Partner program. We provide free or deeply discounted boxes, volunteer support for events, educational workshops, and workforce development opportunities for your participants.
Send us an email at info@portlandboxes.com. Tell us about your organization and what kind of partnership interests you. There is no commitment at this stage — just a conversation.
We will schedule a 30-minute meeting (in person or virtual) to understand your goals, discuss potential partnership structures, and answer any questions. We will also tour your facility if applicable to understand your operations.
Within one week of our meeting, we will send a tailored partnership proposal outlining specific programs, benefits, pricing (if applicable), and timeline. We design every partnership to be mutually beneficial.
Once we agree on terms, we launch quickly — typically within one to two weeks. Your dedicated partnership manager ensures smooth onboarding and ongoing communication. We review and optimize the partnership quarterly.
Whether you are a business, nonprofit, or community organization — we would love to explore how we can work together to build Portland's circular economy.