Back-to-work Program

In cooperation with local agencies, we are able to assist a significant number of people who are just short of reaching their goal of becoming gainfully employed and self-sustaining.

We have seen again and again in the back-to-work program that it is  possible to achieve big results with small amounts of money provided at critical times. 

Two important, relatively small expenses are for gas cards ($25-$50), which many recipients see as essential assistance in their job search, and for flash drives ($7) that enable clients to save, edit, and send resumes.

We also regularly help people who are unemployed or underemployed with the cost of:
  • education and training
  • work licenses and certification
  • ​equipment and tools
  • clothing for interviews
Thanks to your foundation, I will be able to complete my certification for a CNA1 [Certified Nursing Certificate]. A lot of time and work went into this program, and because of your generosity it will be completed!

I would like to express my appreciation for the financial gift of $200 that I will use toward purchasing tools for my career as a CNC [Computer Numerical Control] Machinist. For the past five-and-a-half years because of the economy I did not have steady employment. To better my prospects, I decided to enroll in the Machining Technology Program at Chemeketa Community College and will be receiving an associate degree this coming month. The tools will enhance my search for employment.
I can’t thank you enough for helping me with my fee for the upcoming CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) class. Instead of barely getting by, I now will be able to pay my regular bills without always asking for help.

I was thrilled to learn that you will be sponsoring me with required textbooks for the spring term at Chemeketa Community College. 

​Thank you so much  for helping me with the gas card. I have been in a rough situation and this helps me more than you know to be able to get to job interviews so I can be self-sufficient.
 
Thank you so much for your donation. Without your help I would be unable to obtain my OLCC [Oregon Liquor Control Commission] and food handlers card at this time. God bless all of you.