PODER (People Organized in Defense of the Earth and her Resources) will celebrate its 35th anniversary on May 1, 2026. For a local, grassroots environmental justice organization, that’s no small feat. Over the years, many friends, family, affiliates, and partners have supported our work, improving the quality of life for residents of East Austin.
Unfortunately, massive cuts to environmental protection programs by the Trump administration have rescinded a historic investment of $350,000 into PODER. This loss has put the future of our projects at great risk. If you appreciate our work, our history, and our potential to have an even greater impact on working class communities in East Austin and beyond, please contribute what you can here to PODER.
Upcoming Events
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Tank Farm Panel
04.09 6:00-8:00PM
For over four decades, a 52-acre hazardous fuel storage facility stood among East Austin neighborhoods — join us to learn how our community organized to shut it down.
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Holly Power Plant Panel
04.16 6:00-8:00PM
Join us to learn how East Austin residents organized to close a power plant that operated right beside the Holly neighborhood for nearly 50 years.
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BFI Plant Panel
04.23 6:00-8:00PM
Join us to learn how we mobilized to relocate a recycling plant that subject an East Austin community to air pollution, noise, infestations, and fires for over 20 years.
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35th Anniversary Celebration
05.01 6:00-8:00PM
Join us for dinner and dancing to commemorate 35 years of grassroots organizing, education, advocacy and action. RSVP: bit.ly/PODER35
