Celebrating the Completion of Community Pollinator Pathway, Beaverton is growing greener
The Beaverton Downtown Association (BDA) is proud to announce the completion of its Pollinator Pathway, a community-led environmental initiative connecting native plant installations across downtown Beaverton. The project supports pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects while strengthening partnerships between local businesses, volunteers, and civic institutions.
The completed pathway includes habitat “stops” at the Beaverton City Library, City Park, Alpine Group, Holistic Health, Global Art of Dance, Ickabod’s United Methodist Church, Binary Brewing, Trek Bicycle Beaverton, and The Round—creating a continuous corridor of pollinator-friendly spaces throughout the downtown core.
As a result of this work, the BDA has been officially certified by Pollinator Pathway, a national nonprofit dedicated to creating connected networks of pollinator habitat in communities across the country.
Pollinator Pathway is a national nonprofit organization focused on restoring biodiversity by establishing connected corridors of habitat using regionally native plants. The organization’s model emphasizes linking gardens, parks, business properties, schools, and faith-based institutions into continuous routes that allow pollinators to safely forage and thrive despite habitat fragmentation caused by urban development.
Community Support and Expertise: The Pollinator Pathway was made possible through a combination of local funding, volunteer leadership, and expert guidance. The BDA extends its sincere thanks to the Central Beaverton Neighborhood Association, whose $3,000 grant helped fund a portion of the native plants installed along the pathway.
Looking Ahead: Bee City USA in 2026: Building on the success of the Pollinator Pathway, the BDA is now working toward achieving Bee City USA certification in 2026. Bee City USA is a national program that recognizes communities committed to pollinator conservation through education, habitat creation, and community engagement.
To support this next phase, the BDA is actively seeking additional volunteers and committee members interested in environmental stewardship, education, and community-based initiatives.
How Other Communities Can Get Involved: Pollinator Pathway welcomes participation from communities nationwide. Those interested in starting their own pathway can:
- Partner with Pollinator Pathway to access certification guidelines and regional plant lists
- Collaborate with local businesses, schools, parks, and faith organizations to host habitat sites
- Engage volunteers through planting days and educational events
- Use native plants that support pollinators throughout the year
- Share progress to inspire broader community involvement
Residents and visitors are encouraged to explore the Pollinator Pathway stops throughout downtown Beaverton and learn more about the vital role pollinators play in healthy ecosystems. Together, Beaverton is growing greener—one partnership, one planting, and one pathway at a time.
For information on volunteering or joining the Bee City USA committee, visit www.downtownbeaverton.org
