Farmworker Housing Development Corp

The Community Development Corporation of Oregon, operating as Rockwood Community Development Corporation, is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and thriving Rockwood community. With a holistic approach, they engage local residents and leaders to provide solutions that enhance education, health outcomes, food security, and economic development. Rockwood is recognized as Oregon's most vulnerable community, where residents face significant challenges, including a life expectancy that is 10 years shorter than the Portland Metro area average. Through core programs focused on housing advocacy, health improvements, food access, and economic stimulation, the organization strives to empower residents and create lasting positive change. Generated from the website

Home / About SWWDC The Southwest Washington Workforce Development Council (SWWDC ) provides leadership and resources to increase economic development with a trained and productive workforce in Clark, Cowlitz, and Wahkiakum Counties. By creating partnerships in the private and public sectors, the SWWDC provides a system supporting employers and residents of the tri-county area. By assisting employers with recruitment and employee retention, and helping individuals find employment and progress in their careers, the local area is better able to respond to the rapidly changing economy. Led by a diverse board of representatives from business, labor, community-based organizations and government agencies, the SWWDC responds to the unique needs of our greater community. With attention given to adults coming from challenging economic climates, displaced workers requiring retraining, or youth needing skills, the SWWDC uses the resources provided under Workforce Investment Act to provide the tools needed to get people to work. The SWWDC has partner sites with fully staffed and accessible centers serving Clark, Cowlitz, and Wahkiakum Counties.

We are a private foundation built on the philanthropy of John and Elizabeth T. Kinsman of Milwaukie, Oregon. You can read a brief history of the family and the organization here. The Foundation is an Oregon nonprofit corporation governed by a Board of Directors. Our office is located on property we own in the Oak Grove area of Milwaukie. We employ three office staff and operate much like other small businesses. Because our founders and donors enjoyed federal and state tax advantages in making contributions to the Foundation, we are closely regulated by the Internal Revenue Service to assure our assets are used for charitable purposes. Our principal business is making Grants in our Areas of Interest to qualified nonprofit organizations. We invite you to explore our website. As you do, please consider the important work our grantees do. We're pleased to help them.