44 100 BEST NONPROFITS TO WORK FOR IN OREGON 11 Crater Lake Academy Charter School Eagle Point craterlakeacademy.org Oregon Employees: 38 Overall Score: 591.30 This charter school just opened a new high school campus and is popular with students and teachers alike. “CLA has a very strong hold on what the mission of the organization is and does a really good job of bringing staff along in its development,” writes one person. 12 Youth 71Five Ministries Medford 71Five.org Oregon Employees: 33 Overall Score: 590.48 A Christian group offering mentoring to youth, 71Five Ministries offers employees cell phone reimbursement, a gym membership and even housing on a case-by-case basis. “71Five offers the community opportunities to thrive and reach young people. It is an amazing company to work for and be a part of that change,” one staffer writes. 13 Community Energy Project Portland communityenergyproject.org Oregon Employees: 29 Overall Score: 589.17 “Community Energy Project has a great work/life balance, treats all employees equally, and encourages involvement from all staff in decisionmaking and contributing ideas,” writes one staff member. “CEP employees are passionate about their work, serving the community and protecting the environment for future generations.” 14 Kids FIRST Eugene kidsfirstcenter.net Oregon Employees: 26 Overall Score: 588.87 A group supporting kids who witness or suffer violence, Kids First gives staff two Fridays off a month all summer and one hour per week for self-care. “Everyone is committed to our mission. It’s something you can feel and see when you’re here. Beyond that we spend a lot of time and resources supporting our people,” one employee writes. 15 Birch Community Services Portland birchcommunityservices.org Oregon Employees: 30 Overall Score: 583.70 Aiming to address the roots of hunger and economic hardship in Portland, this nonprofit offers employees up to 100% of the food and household items their families need and a free Costco membership. Employees praise the organization’s sense of teamwork, camaraderie and commitment to the mission. 16 Dougy Center Portland dougy.org Oregon Employees: 28 Overall Score: 582.73 “The mission of the organization draws people who are personally close to bereavement work, and therefore the team is just so compassionate, caring, humble and hopeful,” writes one employee. “The policies for things like time off and flexibility to care for family and self is reflective of the overall mission. This organization walks the talk!” 17 Bend Redmond Habitat for Humanity Bend bendredmondhabitat.org Oregon Employees: 42 Overall Score: 581.32 The Bend-Redmond branch of Habitat for Humanity provides down payment assistance to team members seeking housing and a discount in its ReStores. “We have a leader who believes in inclusive, positive workplace culture. She uses a leadership business model that has proven success and is working for our organization,” says one staffer. 18 Inclusion Inc. Portland inclusioninc.org Oregon Employees: 25 Overall Score: 575.45 “Inclusion offers amazing benefits including unlimited time off as long as deliverables are met,” writes an employee at this group offering brokerage services to people with development disabilities. “Great pay, 100% coverage for medical/dental/ etc. for employees and all dependents, a 10% 401(k) match, a health and wellness stipend.” 19 Family Promise of Tualatin Valley Tigard familypromiseoftv.org Oregon Employees: 39 Overall Score: 574.78 “FPTV is a great place to work if a person wants to learn a variety of skills that could lead to growth in their role and advancement within the organization,” writes one employee. “Everyone on the team is dedicated to the mission, and team members regularly share their expertise with other roles and departments.” 20 Community Works Medford community-works.org Oregon Employees: 41 Overall Score: 574.42 Community Works gives employees up to 23 days of vacation, six days of sick time and three additional days of personal time annually. “The work/life balance is great, and there is pretty awesome camaraderie,” says one staff member. “People love coming to work and will tell you how awesome it is to work here.” 21 The Cupcake Girls Portland thecupcakegirls.org Oregon Employees: 30 Overall Score: 564.87 This nonprofit supporting sex industry workers and victims of sex trafficking takes a holistic approach to finding work/life balance, as well as offering employees unlimited PTO and a fully paid two-week break each winter. “The work I get to do is unlike anything else, and I love it,” one staffer writes. 22 Oregon Community Warehouse Portland communitywarehouse.org Oregon Employees: 42 Overall Score: 562.98 “I absolutely love that Community Warehouse operates on a four-day workweek and offers employees ample paid time off,” writes one staff member. “I believe in the work we do and think the scale of our operations is incredible. We truly fill a gap that greatly improves quality of life for our neighbors.” 23 Project Homeless Connect Washington County Hillsboro phcwc.org Oregon Employees: 35 Overall Score: 562.43 The leadership of this group providing homeless outreach and shelter services gets top marks from employees: “Our executive director is a dynamic, people-centered individual, who always has the best interest of our staff and those we serve in mind.” 24 Growing Gardens Portland growing-gardens.org Oregon Employees: 38 Overall Score: 557.31 “Working at Growing Gardens is more than a job — it’s being part of a deeply values-driven community,” says one employee. “I’ve never felt more secure in my employment because I know I’m part of a true team — one that practices what it plants.” 25 Pearl Buck Center Eugene pearlbuckcenter.com Oregon Employees: 48 Overall Score: 553.65 This center assists people with disabilities and their families in Eugene. “I’m grateful to be part of such a dedicated group of individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of the children and families we serve,” writes a staff member. MEDIUM ORGANIZATIONS 25 to 49 Oregon employees
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