Livelihood NW is the new home of the Oregon Women’s Business Center
We are here to support you in your journey to plan, start, or grow your business. Ready to get started? Learn more.
About Us
Livelihood NW is a non-profit organization that provides free and low cost professional business support to underserved entrepreneurs and small business owners throughout Oregon and SW Washington. Learn more.
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Para atención en español, llame al 503-990-8255 o envíe un correo electrónico a hola@livelihoodnw.org.
Programs & Services
Long Term Business Support
Become a long-term client! Work with our advising team to overcome challenges, create better systems, and take advantage of opportunities. Free and low cost programs are available to qualified businesses.
Workshops + Trainings
Our workshops are open to the community and cover topics ranging from Business Development to Bookkeeping. Gain skills, tools, and connections to move your business or business idea forward.
Open Advising
Meet with a business advisor this week, for free. Our goal is to make business advising accessible to those who face barriers to receiving support. Whether you are starting a business, looking for resources, or seeking advice on your next strategic business step, we are here for you. Also check out our Open Accounting Advising!
Our Mission
Our mission is to foster business sustainability and growth for historically under-served entrepreneurs within local communities. We provide exceptional business development support services to promote lifelong learning, empowerment, and positive economic impact.
Our Impact
Livelihood NW may be a new name, but our organization has a 25+ year history serving businesses in Portland. Below are some key highlights.
600+
Entrepreneurs served per year
78%
are Women-owned businesses
66%
are Businesses owned by people of color
Black Lives Matter
Livelihood NW stands in solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement in the fight against systemic racism and injustice
The epidemic of senseless murders of Black Americans is horrific and unacceptable. The inequities in access to medical, financial, and educational resources Black people face is unacceptable. The racial economic disparity in America and lack of economic opportunities to build generational wealth within Black communities is unacceptable. This is why we state Black Lives Matter.
Read Livelihood NW’s Anti-Racism Statement Here.
Get Involved
Are you a small business owner or thinking of starting a business? Or interested in becoming a community partner? Get involved!
Become A Client
Are you interested in applying for business support or taking one of our workshops?
Connect A Business
Do you work with or know of a small business who might be a good fit for one of our programs?
Support Our Mission
To provide free and low cost services, we rely on grant funds and donations. To make a donation, follow the link below.
