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Since 1989, Oregon Tradeswomen has been dedicated to providing women with the tools they need for economic independence and a secure future in the skilled construction trades.

Our training and support services create a pipeline of skilled, qualified workers to fill the growing labor gap in the thriving construction industry of the Portland metro region. Your financial support ensures our programs are available to all who need them.

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Join The Builders Monthly Giving Program

The Builders is Oregon Tradeswomen’s community of monthly donors, people who believe in a more equitable future and take action to help build it. Monthly giving is one of the most impactful ways to support our mission. Your recurring gift provides steady, reliable funding that helps us offer free training, career support, and opportunities to women and gender minorities pursuing high-wage careers in the trades.

As a Builder, you’ll receive exclusive updates, special thank-you gifts, and the satisfaction of knowing you're laying the foundation for lasting change, all year long.

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The Workforce Partner Program - Annual Sponsorship

Oregon Tradeswomen’s Workforce Partner Program is an opportunity for your organization to invest in ensuring our regional construction industry has a pipeline of skilled, qualified tradesworkers to meet industry demand.

When you become a Workforce Partner, you help us build a skilled workforce AND will be recognized as an employer committed to this important work.

Your investment is also a commitment to building safe, respectful worksites for all workers in our industry. We look forward to building a relationship with you to help both our organizations grow and thrive.

Workforce Partner Benefits

For more information about becoming a Workforce Partner, contact: Nami Bigos: nami@oregontradeswomen.org

Other Ways to Give

Legacy Giving

Continue to make a difference in our community – even after your lifetime.

A bequest to Oregon Tradeswomen gives you peace of mind, knowing you’ll make a positive impact for years to come. Any bequest, large or small, cash or property, has a remarkable impact on our mission, and ultimately, on our community.

All gifts are exempt from federal estate taxes.

To leave a gift in your will or living trust, please share this sentence with your financial planner or attorney:

“I bequeath ($____ or _____% of my estate) to Oregon Tradeswomen, located at 16790 NE Mason St, Ste 100, Portland, OR 97230.”

Or, you can designate Oregon Tradeswomen as a beneficiary of your retirement account or life insurance policy. You can modify your bequest at any time if your circumstances change.

Please contact Nami Bigos to get started: nami@oregontradeswomen.org

Matching Gifts

Many employers will match your donation, doubling the impact of your gift for current and future tradesworkers in our community. We recommend that you reach out to your employer to see if they have a Matching Gifts program.

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