Livelihood NW

The number of hate incidents against Asian Americans throughout our country continue to grow at an alarming rate. This is unacceptable. We stand with, and for, the Asian and Asian-American people of our local community and beyond.

Our Intro to Bookkeeping Workshop is coming up on April 19th at 4pm! This workshop goes over the basics of bookkeeping. If you aren’t sure where to start when it comes to small business bookkeeping, this is a great first step! Register today: bit.ly/3rVRBzl

Our highly requested Business Development Series will be starting on March 31st, at 4pm! This 5-week series balances instruction with discussion, resource referrals, tools and templates that will help you develop your business! Register today: bit.ly/3kHVSUf

The Oregon Employment Department will be hosting a webinar on Thursday, March 18 at 1 p.m. They will cover the PUA rule changes and the American Rescue Plan (ARP), which extends unemployment insurance benefits through Sept. 4, 2021. Register here: bit.ly/3tsOz6g

We are currently live on Facebook! Join us for a conversation with Jason Blair on how prepare to sell your business! #learningsession #smallbusiness #businessresources #covid19 #pdxsmallbusiness

Join us TOMORROW at 10am for a session on how to sell your business, with guest expert Jason Blair! #learningsession #smallbusiness #businessresources #covid19 #pdxsmallbusiness

Join us this Monday at 10am for a session on how to sell your business, with guest expert Jason Blair! #learningsession #smallbusiness #businessresources #covid19 #pdxsmallbusiness

This morning, Congress passed the bill for one of the largest stimulus packages in US history, which includes funding for unemployment payments, restaurants, and education. Check out the details here: cnb.cx/30vUXwX

Check out this video about the Commercial Rent Relief hosted by our friends at Business Orego as they review the new program, explain how to apply and answer frequently asked questions. bit.ly/3qGIZLO

Mathilde's Kitchen is now offering nationwide shipping for her awesome hibiscus and ginger brews, in both small and wholesale order sizes! Check out her latest newsletter for more information: bit.ly/3bYs8hQ #womenowned #womenshistorymonth #smallbusinesspdx

Walk through our interactive "yearbook" as we look back at 2020 and celebrate entrepreneurship, community, and resiliency! Check out the book here: bit.ly/3apKvvt

Our Intro to Bookkeeping Workshop is coming up on April 19th at 4pm! This workshop goes over the basics of bookkeeping. If you aren’t sure where to start when it comes to small business bookkeeping, this is a great first step! Register today! bit.ly/306BtPu

The 2021 FedEx Small Business Grant Contest is now open. Entries close March 9, 2021. Before you enter, have your FedEx account number handy. Apply here: bit.ly/385v8YN

Congratulations to Alejandra of Ale O! She recently celebrated the grand opening of her brick-and-mortar location, just in time to kick off Women's History Month! We're very proud of you at Livelihood NW! Check out her awesome business here: bit.ly/2MJoEHI

We are thrilled to welcome these esteemed food & beverage and consumer product entrepreneurs to the first cohort of the Ascend Portland program!

Please join us in welcoming the newest small businesses to our GroundWork for Small Business program! They take a deep dive into their business to strengthen foundations,discover resources, tackle challenges, build a network, and get moving towards their goals.

One of our 2020 Increase graduates, Veronica Gutierrez from La Arepa, is participating in a national competition for a $50k prize! You can help her get to the finish line by casting a quick vote - there are only a few days left! Vote here: bit.ly/3kkjVIW

Check out this awesome profile about one of our new clients, Wambui Machua of Spice of Africa! Read the full article here: bit.ly/2ZqKmCW

Tri-County Area including Multnomah county moved from Extreme Risk to High Risk this past Friday. Learn what this means for food businesses here: bit.ly/3arBAuK