A Decade of Impact

Over the last ten year's we've partnered with hundreds of thousands of community members to make an impact. Here's a look at some of our favorite highlights.
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You Did It!: 2019 Year-End Recap

A short update and "Thank You" message about our Year-End Campaign from Executive Director, Andy Nelson.
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Boeing: An Investment in Youth Job Readiness

A spotlight on our partnership with Boeing and how they are working to inspire the next generation.
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Human Connection: Impact Kits 2019

Our annual Veteran's Day event, Impact Kits, brought together more than 100 volunteers to build and distribute kits of much-needed supplies to our fellow community members experiencing homelessness.

Impact NW Appoints New Deputy Director

Impact NW has named a new Deputy Director as it focuses on its new mission of preventing homelessness. 

Partner Highlight: Bank of America

Impact NW is grateful to Bank of America for its support and generous donations to provide individuals and families with basic needs such as housing.

CORE Program Highlight

This short video highlights the work of Impact NW's CORE program, which supports young adults in cultivating job readiness and acquiring the skills necessary to attain gainful employment.

Keia’s Story

Check out this gorgeous short film from Person People, highlighting Impact NW program participant Keia Henry's story of cultivating resilience and strength in partnership with Impact NW.
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Impact NW names Andy Nelson as new Executive Director

Andy Nelson will step into the role of Executive Director for Impact NW. Jeff Cogen has decided to leave after fulfilling his promise of returning Impact NW back to financial health.

AWS Elemental makes science kits to support educational opportunities for Impact NW youth programs

During the month of February, AWS Elemental brought employees to our Dancing Tree Resource Center to build science kits for Impact NW’s AKA Science (All Kids Are Scientists) program, which provides provide fun, hands-on, interactive science education curriculum and materials to over 50 schools in the Portland area.