Welcome! ¡Bienvenida!
Adelante Mujeres grew out of the resolve of a small group of low-income Latina women immigrants and allies to improve the quality of life for themselves and their community. We are a 501(c)3 non-profit charitable organization and our mission is the holistic education and empowerment of low-income Latina women and their families.
We're Hiring!
We're hiring a Development Director. Please read the full job description here.
Adelante Mujeres named one of the Top 100 Green Businesses in Oregon by Oregon Business
The second annual green survey was part of the 100 Best Companies and 100 Best Nonprofits surveys conducted last fall and spring. This ranking shows that our workplace has implemented a variety of green policies, and that our employees place a high value on sustainable practices and feel that our commitment to them is exceptional.
It's a remarkable feat considering the fact that a record-breaking 503 companies and nonprofits participated and more than 26,000 employees completed the survey. We congratulate you and your employees for fostering an outstanding workplace that focuses on sustainable practices.
Feeling Good!
Adelante Mujeres' Adelante Agriculture Program is the 2010 recipient of the Washington County Public Health Award for our contributions to the viability and ongoing success of public health in Washington County. Way to go team!
Adelante Mujeres named one of the Top 100 Non-Profits to Work For in Oregon by Oregon Business
Find the complete story here. Ranking 5th in the Small Non-Profits Category and 7th overall, we're proud of the work we do and we're happy doing it!
Pacific Center for Global Justice
Check out this wonderful non-profit.
Volunteers
Volunteers are always needed and appreciated. Please contact us for opportunities in our school, office, and at the Farmers Market. NOW is the time to start volunteering!! To volunteer, fill out this application or call us at 503.992.0078 or e-mail our Volunteer Coordinator Kristi Van Nostran at kvannostran@adelantemujeres.org
Champions for Early Childhood Education (CECE) Volunteers
Adelante Mujeres is launching a new project, Champions for Early Childhood Education (CECE), focused on enhancing the services of Adelante Mujeres and partner project, PODER Family Literacy, by engaging local baby boomers to work with to low-income, Spanish-speaking immigrant children. The program was made possible by generous donors through the Oregon Community Foundation.
The project will begin in March and is currently seeking volunteers who are interested in sharing their skills to make a difference in the life of a child and participate in this outcomes-based, collaborative effort. The project boasts flexible hours and will truly make a difference in each child’s development. Contact Kristi Van Nostran for more information.
Adelante Blog
We have a blog and we want you to check it out!
“We want to learn skills that will help us help ourselves and our families. We want to contribute to the community and make this a better place for us all. Adelante Mujeres provides a setting in which our gifts can grow and flourish.”
~ Women of Adelante Mujeres
