Economic Opportunity Program
Providing workforce development services through community-based organizations using career coaching and resources to achieve stability, job readiness, and sustainable careers.
From July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025, EOP participants made an average hourly wage of
$21
$21
Versatile ComprehensiveEmpowering Employment Opportunities
The Economic Opportunity Program (EOP) is a cornerstone of our community-based approach, offering workforce development services through eight community-based organizations. EOP focuses on breaking down barriers for those who need it most, including low-income residents, those experiencing homelessness or housing instability, and individuals with prior justice involvement. By combining long-term, relationship-based career coaching with employment resources, EOP helps participants achieve stability, job readiness, and sustainable careers.
How It Works
The EOP offers participants a comprehensive suite of services, combining efforts from multiple organizations to maximize support. Services include:
Key Results
Participants Served From July 2024 – June 2025
participants served
are low income
identify as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC)
have prior justice involvement
receive support through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) or Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
Key Results
Participants Served From July 2024 – June 2025
participants served
are low income
identify as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC)
have prior justice involvement
receive support through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) or Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
Current EOP Programs
Results from July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025
A community-wide initiative to address homelessness in Multnomah County. Career Coaches support EOP participants at risk of homelessness or in the continuum of care, prioritizing those earning 0-30% of area median income (AMI).
- 449 participants served
- 78% identified as BIPOC
- 40% were homeless (50% housing insecure)
- 75% exited the program with a job that increases their housing stability through income from employment
- Average hourly wage at program exit: $21
The longest-running EOP program. Created for specific subpopulations such as the Professional Immigrant Credentialing Program (PICP), justice-involved individuals, legal immigrants and refugees, those in recovery, and any Portland residents earning 0-50% of area median income (AMI).
- 620 participants served
- 100% were low income
- 54% identify as BIPOC
- 27% have prior justice involvement
- 85% were employed when leaving the program
- Average hourly wage at program exit: $21.95
In addition to these EOP programs, career coaches can help participants navigate a career pathway to a specific industry through offerings like the Community Construction Training Program and Clean Energy Career Coaching.
Thank you EOP Partners!
