Impact

Workforce Solutions That Are Creating A Lasting Impact.

We believe workforce solutions should deliver more than results; they should empower communities and drive long-term success. By aligning with essential industry sectors, we create meaningful opportunities that strengthen businesses, ignite career pathways for youth and adults, and build a stronger regional economy.

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Dollars Invested

During the Program Year 2023-2024, Northwest Oregon Works proudly invested $1,387,842 into local workforce programs, empowering businesses and individuals across our five-county region.

This significant investment underlines our commitment to fostering growth, strengthening community partnerships, and creating inclusive opportunities for all.

People Trained

Training programs funded by Northwest Oregon Works are delivered in partnership with Community Services Consortium and Equus Workforce Solutions, ensuring accessible, high-quality opportunities for skill-building and career advancement.

The accompanying chart illustrates the distribution of NOW-funded training completed by individuals during Program Year 2023-2024, supported by various funding sources that drive impact across our communities.

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Increased Resources

During the 2023-2024 program year, Northwest Oregon Works administered resources from multiple federal, state, and local agencies to build pathways to success, foster economic resilience, and create inclusive opportunities for all members of our community.

These resources included WIOA formula funds, Youth Development Oregon funds, Industry Engagement funds, Work Experience funds, Future Ready P10k and Navigator funds, Maritime Workforce funds,

Oregon Health Authority funds, Youth Employment Program funds, State Apprenticeship Expansion Equity and Innovation funds, Intercommunity Health Plans funds, and Columbia Pacific Coordinated Care funds.