Author: Rachel Haakenson

Affordable Housing Information Fair at Redmond City Hall May 15

Central Oregon residents interested in affordable homeownership opportunities are invited to attend an upcoming Affordable Housing Information Fair on Thursday, May 15 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. at Redmond City Hall. Generously sponsored by Hayden Homes, this free public event will connect attendees with local affordable housing builders and developers who will share details about upcoming homeownership opportunities, including application timelines, eligibility requirements, and how to get started on the path to owning a home.Read More >

NeighborImpact Celebrates 40 Years of Strengthening Central Oregon Communities

  Central Oregon—NeighborImpact, a cornerstone of support for individuals and families in Central Oregon, is proud to celebrate its 40th anniversary. Since its founding on December 5, 1984, the organization has grown from humble beginnings into a vital community resource, providing nearly one million services annually to 75,000 Central Oregonians—equivalent to one in three residents. Founded as the Central Oregon Community Action Agency Network (COCAAN), NeighborImpact began with just two staff members, an annual budgetRead More >

NeighborImpact named a 100 Best Nonprofit to Work For by Oregon Business

Central Oregon—Oregon Business’ 100 Best Nonprofits to Work For list showcases organizations with best-in-class workplace practices. Oregon Business published the list on Monday, which ranks NeighborImpact as the 23rd best Large Business to work for in the State. The title of 100 Best Nonprofit is awarded annually to qualifying nonprofit organizations that are ranked based on employee satisfaction and importance of 31 workplace qualities in six categories including work environment; management and communications; mission and goals; careerRead More >

Affordable Housing Fair Offers Pathways to Homeownership During Welcoming Week

Central Oregon— Local affordable housing builders and developers will share information and answer questions about upcoming affordable housing projects at an information fair at the Larkspur Community Center on Wednesday, September 18 from 5:30pm-6:45pm, with live simultaneous Spanish translation services. The affordable housing fair is one of many events held in celebration of numerous community partners in the shared commitment to foster a welcoming environment for all in Bend. The seventh annual celebration of WelcomingRead More >

NeighborImpact accepting Builder Applications for workforce housing program, $30,000 incentive

Central Oregon—NeighborImpact is now accepting applications for a new pilot program that encourages builders to construct and sell new homes at prices attainable to median-income earners.   The program, called Workforce Home Ownership for Median-income Earners (Workforce HOME), was established in partnership with Deschutes County, NeighborImpact, Housing Works and the Central Oregon Builders Association (COBA).The HOME Fund program provides financial incentives to home builders to construct homes and sell them to home buyers employed inRead More >

NeighborImpact accepting Builder Applications for workforce housing program, $30,000 incentive

NeighborImpact is now accepting applications for a new pilot program that encourages builders to construct and sell new homes at prices attainable to median-income earners.   The program, called Workforce Home Ownership for Median-income Earners (Workforce HOME), was established in partnership with Deschutes County, NeighborImpact, Housing Works and the Central Oregon Builders Association (COBA).The HOME Fund program provides financial incentives to home builders to construct homes and sell them to home buyers employed in DeschutesRead More >

County provides funding for new workforce housing program

On Wednesday, June 12, the Deschutes County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved funding for a new pilot program that encourages builders to construct and sell new homes at prices attainable to median-income earners. The program, called Workforce Home Ownership for Median-income Earners (Workforce HOME), was established in partnership with NeighborImpact, Housing Works and the Central Oregon Builders Association (COBA). It will provide developers a $30,000 builder credit for each home they build that is soldRead More >

NeighborImpact Calls on Local Artisans to Support Empty Bowls Event

Central Oregon—NeighborImpact is calling on local potters and artists to support its annual Empty Bowls event by donating handcrafted bowls. This event aims to raise awareness and funds for NeighborImpact’s regional food bank, which plays a crucial role in feeding Central Oregon’s hungry. An “empty bowl” serves as a poignant reminder of the many individuals who go hungry every day. NeighborImpact invites local artists to join in the fight against hunger by contributing their timeRead More >

NeighborImpact Welcomes Christopher Kealey as New Chief Development Officer

Central Oregon—NeighborImpact is excited to announce the appointment of Christopher Kealey as the organization’s new Chief Development Officer. Chris brings a wealth of experience in the nonprofit sector and a strong commitment to community service, making him an invaluable addition to the NeighborImpact team. Born and raised in Southern California, Chris graduated from the University of California, Santa Barbara with a major in Political Science. He furthered his education by earning a master’s degree inRead More >

NeighborImpact Seeking Applicants for Free Child Care

Central Oregon—NeighborImpact’s Child Care Resources is seeking qualified applicants for free, full-time child care for children ages six weeks to three years old. The program, Baby Promise, provides fully-funded, quality child care for up to 105 children through multiple licensed child care providers in Crook, Deschutes and Jefferson counties and the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs.   The child care slots are reserved for families who are eligible for and enrolled in Employment Related DayRead More >