Oregon Business Fall 24

51 100 BEST NONPROFITS TO WORK FOR IN OREGON 20 B’nai B’rith Camp PORTLAND bbcamp.org Oregon Employees: 30 Score: 561.60 This 100-year-old organization hosts overnight camps for Jewish youth. Employees say the camps instill a sense of community in participants as well as staff, and managers encourage a healthy work/life balance. “It is by far the best place I’ve ever worked in my life,” one employee writes. 21 Creative Supports MEDFORD creativesupports.org Oregon Employees: 26 Score: 561.59 Employees at this disabilities services organization get short days on Fridays and two hours per month for medical and dental appointments. They can work from home one day a week and receive bonuses twice a year. “We are listened to, we are trusted, we are given everything to be successful,” writes one employee. 22 Oregon Family Support Network SALEM ofsn.org Oregon Employees: 43 Score: 561.11 Employees receive eight hours back when they take five consecutive business days of vacation or 40 consecutive vacation hours. Staff praised managers as patient, understanding and professional. “I have had the opportunity to learn and grow since being at this organization and am looking forward to opportunities to see where my career will go,” writes one employee. 23 Institute for Applied Ecology CORVALLIS appliedeco.org Oregon Employees: 41 Score: 554.85 Employees at this environmental nonprofit say they get ample support from management and administrative staff and, as a result, enjoy a healthy workplace culture. The organization promotes self-care and safe practices as well as a healthy work/life balance. Wrote one employee: “From what I can see, employees are hesitant to leave IAE even for a potential pay increase.” 24 Ashland Supportive Housing and Community Outreach ASHLAND ashlandash.org Oregon Employees: 27 Score: 553.46 This organization supports residents with developmental and intellectual disabilities and promotes their independence. Leadership provides employees the highest wages and benefits possible for a state- and Medicaid-funded agency. “[It’s a] happy and fun environment to work in,” writes an employee. 25 Oregon Community Warehouse PORTLAND communitywarehouse.org Oregon Employees: 32 Score: 543.90 This nonprofit furniture bank for people transitioning from unstable situations offers a four-day workweek and flexible PTO. Employees feel leadership has made extensive efforts to prioritize collaboration and welcome all people. “I like the mission, what we do and interacting with the community,” writes an employee. “We do good work and we are good at doing it.” 26 Growing Gardens PORTLAND growing-gardens.org Oregon Employees: 37 Score: 542.11 Growing Gardens — which offers gardening education to schools, correctional facilities and backyards — has doubled in size in recent years, but employees report it has maintained its focus on its core mission. “While our staff members work across 80+ different garden spaces, there are ample opportunities for us to come together to meet, develop and celebrate!” one staff member writes. 27 Coastal Home Health & Hospice BROOKINGS coastalhhh.org Oregon Employees: 39 Score: 539.50 This organization hosts a quarterly dinner for employees and their families, and offers cupcakes every month in honor of employee birthdays and anniversaries. There is a pop-up coffee bar for employees as well as free access to the “Calm” meditation app. “The staff that I work with are nothing but giving, caring individuals who take pride in the work they do,” writes an employee. 28 Alternative Youth Activities COOS BAY aya1.org Oregon Employees: 26 Score: 532.13 This nonprofit provides education, housing and work opportunities to youth and adults, as well as shelter for homeless youth. “This organization is constantly pushing forward to grow our services and mindset to better allow us to do what we are passionate about. The organization treats employees as if they are family. They challenge us to grow with the company,” one employee writes. 29 Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity BEND bendredmondhabitat.org Oregon Employees: 45 Score: 527.44 This builder of sustainable housing for qualified families strives to provide a positive experience for staff, volunteers and clients. Its construction volunteer program offers jobsite experience to people interested in the building trades. “We have an amazing mission: We provide homes, housing solutions and hope,” writes an employee. 30 Tucker Maxon School PORTLAND tuckermaxon.org Oregon Employees: 26 Score: 522.21 Employees praise the culture and commitment to work/life balance at this school, which educates children who are deaf and hard of hearing as well as hearing children in a co-enrolled environment. “We have a great community of staff and families that really care about and support each other,” writes one employee. 31 Store to Door PORTLAND storetodooroforegon.org Oregon Employees: 30 Score: 502.62 This organization, which coordinates volunteer-based grocery delivery for seniors and people with disabilities, offers flexible scheduling including the option to work from home, as well as quarterly lunches for staff. “This is a very healthy environment to work in,” writes one employee. “I can genuinely say that I enjoy going to work every day and interacting with my coworkers.” 32 Care Partners PORTLAND carepartnersor.org Oregon Employees: 38 Score: 499.81 Care Partners provides employees 24 hours of bereavement leave for immediate family members. They also get 10 days’ paid time off for jury duty. Employees report their coworkers are passionate, positive and dedicated to the patients they serve. “Such a positive environment that is very inclusive and lets everyone be uniquely themselves,” writes one employee. 33 Cat Adoption Team SHERWOOD catadoptionteam.org Oregon Employees: 47 Score: 495.82 CAT provides veterinary, shelter and adoption services to felines. Employees report this nonprofit promotes a healthy work/life balance and that managers excel at clear communication and managing interpersonal relationships. Staff snacks are a plus. “I love the teamwork and how everyone works well together to achieve a common goal,” writes an employee. 2024 For over 40 years, El Programa Hispano has served the entire lifespan of Latine communities. Our programs celebrate our roots, traditions, and advance racial equity and social justice. Economic Sustainability: Housing Services, Eviction Prevention, Utility Assistance & Family Stabilization UNICA: 24/7 Bilingual Sexual Abuse & Domestic Violence Hotline, Legal Advocacy, and Mental Health Support Community Wellness: Aging Services, Health Clinics & Food Justice Education: After-School Programs, Student Mentorship, Family Support & Advocacy Learn more at www.elprograma.org Our Services: MEDIUM ORGANIZATIONS 25 to 49 Oregon employees

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