The fund provides early-stage investment capital and mentoring to local high-growth companies founded by underrepresented groups across a variety of industries.
Prosperity Investment Program (PIP)
Lisa Norwood2023-08-03T12:41:53-07:00PIP Grants are awarded to support business competitiveness and/or property redevelopment in projects that meet social equity goals.
State Incentive Programs
Lisa Norwood2018-10-04T17:48:51-07:00For State of Oregon incentive programs, contact the knowledgeable staff at Business Oregon (the Oregon Business Development Department), 866-467-3466, or visit www.Oregon4biz.com for details.
Lean Manufacturing Program
Lisa Norwood2023-09-11T11:22:54-07:00Since 2004, Prosper Portland has collaborated with the Oregon Manufacturing Extension Partnership to provide lean/efficiency improvement consultations. We provide a 50% match of up to $12,500 for OMEP services to qualified companies.
Portland Enterprise Zone
Lisa Norwood2024-03-12T16:02:52-07:00Prosper Portland is the local sponsor for the Portland Enterprise Zone program, which uses five-year property tax exemptions to leverage significant private investment that spurs economic activity in the community.