Supporting Oregon's
Most Underestimated Communities
Communities possess the experience, skills, and innovative spirit to solve their own challenges. We partner with them for positive change. We are tenacious advocates, thoughtful investors, and strategic bridge-builders.
Who We Serve
Why Oregon’s Underestimated Communities? Oregon has some of the highest income inequality in the nation. In many underserved communities, residents face greater challenges—higher poverty rates, lower education levels, poorer health outcomes, and greater social isolation.
We focus on communities that have been historically overlooked and underestimated, ensuring they receive the resources, opportunities, and support needed to thrive.
Our Impact
Our team serves and reflects the diverse community we engage with, reaching 35,000 neighbors annually.
With strong partnerships across all government levels, foundations, and corporations, we foster system-level change for lasting health and prosperity.
Our Unique Approach
We are driving lasting change. Many grassroots organizations are working hard to address the 10-year life expectancy gap in East Multnomah County. However, many of these groups lack the funding and infrastructure needed to create long-term impact.
We serve as a central hub—connecting resources, fostering collaboration, and amplifying community-led solutions. Through strategic partnerships and our own initiatives, we invest in long-term, holistic, and sustainable change to ensure communities don’t just survive but truly thrive.
Key Partners
Organizations and corporations we work with on the local level to provide programs and resources for East Multnomah County.
Key Funders
Foundations and corporations that significantly invest financially in our programs in East Multnomah County.
