A group of local makers & small businesses offering goods & workshops to the Near Northwest Neighborhood & beyond

Treat yourself to a meal from our grab n’ go gourmet fridge, browse the unique local art and wares or enjoy a seasonal event — shopping here is a vibe.

Local Bread Maker

May Hours: Wednesday–Thursday 11–5 | Friday, 11–7 | Saturday, 10–5 | Sunday, 11–4

June Hours: Tuesday–Thursday 11–5 | Friday, 11–7 | Saturday, 10–5 | Sunday, 11–4

A place where you can feel good about your shopping choices

Shopping at the Portage Collective is a great way to support your local community and spread love to the small businesses that make it thrive. By shopping with us, you're not only getting eco-friendly products, but you're also making a positive impact on the place you live.

Partners

The Portage Collective currently houses the following local businesses:

  • Chips & Doodles Cookies

    Chips & Doodles

    Fresh cookies baked and delivered with love locally in South Bend, Mishawaka and the surrounding area

    ChipsAndDoodles.com

  • D'Marie Amor

    Matching mother-daughter sets, scrunchies, and satin-lined bonnets.

    instagram.com/dmarie_amor

  • DeZiree Feather Haven Gardens

    A maker of mosaics, moss art, and more. Also offering farm-fresh eggs from happy chickens!

    DeZiree Feather Haven Gardens

  • Chubby duck mug with orange feet and beak, tiny wings and happy closed eyes

    Dragon Dreams

    A little bit of color and serotonin! Fun art prints, cute stickers, and silly ceramics that look like food or chubby animals! 

    Dragon Dreams

  • Gemini

    Ellen Brenneman Studio

    Creating nature-inspired art for those who desire to feel more connected to the animals and planet they love.

    EllenBrennemanStudio.com

  • The Goody Box

    Curated thrifted treasures. Itty bitty, quirky, or vintage retro.

    The Goody Box

  • Haberdasher Heather

    Vintage tees and rescued fabrics turn into something special for your home or wardrobe!

    facebook.com/haberdasherheather

  • Ian Michael Vocal Studio

    Vocal coaching

  • Shop display of colorful irreverent stickers

    KB Artisans

    Stickers and wooden wands created by a wife-husband team.

    KB Artisans

  • leaf shaped terra-cotta bowls hold a variety of freshly chopped salads

    Mediterranean Michiana

    Fresh, authentic, delicious and healthy Mediterranean food from scratch according to recipes I grew up with.

    Mediterranean Michiana

  • Rainbow holographic D20 die graphic

    Roll Play Therapy LLC

    Individual and group therapy using traditional talk and play therapy for person-centered support, treatment planning and the achievement of goals!

    RollPlayTherapy.com

  • South Bend Challah Company Bread

    South Bend Challah Company

    A local baker, baking challah and babkas fresh to go

    south-bend-challah-company.square.site

  • Take Care, South Bend Care Package

    Take Care, South Bend

    Gift baskets, care packages, and subscription boxes featuring quality products from our region. Give local love.


    TakeCareSouthBend.com

Upcoming events

  • Gallery Opening for Betsy Rowe

    Saturday, June 14

    10-3

    Meet stained-glass artist Betsy Rowe, and help welcome her to The Portage Collective!

  • Summerer Solstice Celebration

    Saturday, June 28

    10-5

    Celebrate summer’s bounty with us. Face painting, yummy eats, cold drinks, enter to win a giveaway and more!

A collaborative community of women and queer-owned businesses

We believe in collaboration over competition, and that's why we're proud to host a community of amazing entrepreneurs who are all about lifting each other up and supporting each other’s growth.

We offer staffing solutions, retail, work space, storage space, and consignment options. If you are interested in joining our community in some capacity, please get in touch with us!