ALSO - Developmental Disabilities Advocates

Meet Bailey From Portland, Oregon

We couldn’t be prouder of Bailey. She is a shining example of the powerful impact that ALSO makes on the lives of those we serve. Bailey recently transitioned from our Children’s Home Program to our Adult Residential Program. An epic milestone for her and for the ALSO organization.

Bailey became a young woman before our eyes. Not because of us, but because she trusted us to help her become who she wanted to be.

— Che W., ALSO Chief Operating Officer

The difference we can make.

Hear from dedicated ALSO employees that deliver heart work that not only makes a difference in the lives of the people we support - but is life changing work that gives them careers they love.

Our game changing impact since 1997. 25 years strong and growing.

Impact can be measured through our personal heart work contributions and in the many ways we have been passionate about delivering disability support services to fortify lives and communities across Oregon.

715,822 Yearly Total Support Hours

Yearly Total Support Hours
This results in 250+ people with disabilities being supported every year throughout nine Oregon counties implementing a 360 degree model of inclusion and engagement.

4.06 Years Average Employment Tenure

Years Average Employment Tenure
Creating a consistent level of heart work service that leads the charge on best practices within the disability services network.

Oregon Counties Served
ALSO services are provided in counties in the Portland Metro, Central. Southern, and Eastern Oregon. This vast network delivers much needed services and support, driving significant impact within these communities.

350+ ALSO Advocates & Growing

ALSO Advocates & Growing
ALSO is proud to be one of Oregon’s best nonprofits to work for year in and year out. Our diverse team features a workforce that is 70% female. We honor and celebrate all backgrounds, standing up for justice, equity, diversity, and infusion. Empowering all advocates and partners to connect, belong, and grow.

25 years of recognition we are proud of.

ALSO has spent a quarter of a century changing the lives for those experiencing disabilities in Oregon. We are proud of this milestone and continue to find new ways to expand year over year. The future is bright.

Help us reach our fundraising goals. Your contribution matters.

Financial contributions help fund the gaps in services and support we provide. Beyond financial donations you can also make contributions through, Fred Meyer Rewards, Wish List, and Cans for Cars.

Your contributions go directly towards:

-Safe and affordable housing needs

-Creating a HOME for the people we support

-Assistive and adaptive technology

-Accessible transportation

-Children’s program development

-Solar power installations

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Meet our generous and dedicated sponsors and partners that help make our heart work possible.

Our event sponsors ensure proceeds directly support our programs and services. We partner with businesses to help minimize our costs while providing an invaluable platform for brand recognition and customer acquisition.