Economic impact

Nonprofits make a significant contribution to Oregon’s economic vitality

  • 7,150 nonprofits employ approximately 141,000 Oregonians.
  • 10% of Oregon's private workforce works for a nonprofit.
  • Nonprofits add $4.6 billion to Oregon’s economy through paid wages.
  • 12% of nonprofit employers are in the health services arena and employ 50% of all nonprofit employees.

Nonprofits contribute more than wages to Oregon’s economy. Nonprofits purchase services and buy supplies and equipment, and their employees buy houses, food and goods. Nonprofit organizations make a significant economic impact in every region of our state.