Centro Cultural

What Centro Cultural does

Centro Cultural de Washington County is a private nonprofit organization founded in 1972 by migrant farmworker families in Cornelius, Oregon, that delivers a comprehensive suite of culturally-specific social services to Latino families and diverse communities in Washington County, with select operations extending into the Portland metro area. Its programmatic portfolio is organized around six core service areas: economic development through Centro de Prosperidad (career coaching, GED preparation, small business technical assistance, and the NextGen program for young adults ages 17–24); community health and wellness (Edad de Oro senior program, Cocina de Oro senior nutrition, Ventanilla de Salud at the Mexican Consulate of Portland, OHP enrollment, and KEEP foster/kinship family support); civic leadership (Bilingual Master Recyclers, Promotores Ambientales, climate justice leadership); youth development (K-12 Lego Robotics, Summer STEAM camp); housing stability (emergency rental and utilities assistance, Casa Amparo transitional housing, Cornelius Place, and the Alder 9 Apartments senior affordable housing project opening September 2025); and food security (Centro Mercado, a grocery-style free food pantry in Cornelius that opened in 2021). Service delivery is conducted in Spanish and English across four physical sites — the Cornelius headquarters, Centro de Prosperidad in Hillsboro, the Forest Grove Senior & Community Center operated in partnership with the City of Forest Grove, and Alder 9 Apartments in Portland's Buckman District. All programs are offered free of charge or at nominal cost (e.g., $8 per plate for senior meals). The organization derives revenue from individual donations processed through Kindful and Classy, government grants (federal ARPA, state Supportive Housing Services measure funding, local city contracts), Medicaid-funded Health-Related Social Needs contracts with Health Share of Oregon, facility rentals, and corporate sponsorships including a long-standing partnership with Intel. As a member of the UnidosUS Affiliate Network of nearly 300 community-based organizations, Centro is positioned as a leading Latino-serving nonprofit in Oregon with measurable impact including 13,400 individuals served through food programs, 657 small businesses supported with $4.2 million in financing in 2020, and 1,087 people assisted with $495,000 in direct COVID-19 relief.

Name

Centro Cultural

Legal name

Centro Cultural de Washington County

Website

https://centrocultural.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1972

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Centro Cultural is a 1972-founded Latino-led nonprofit in Washington County, Oregon, delivering free bilingual wraparound services — workforce development, housing, food security, health navigation, youth education, and civic advocacy — to thousands of community members across four physical sites.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Social Services

NAICS

Community Food Services (62421), Other Residential Care Facilities (623990)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Community Centers & Neighborhood Support Services (BPAGAEAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Community Center Education Programs (EDAAAFAB), Cultural Centers & Community Cultural Organizations (BPAGAHAD)

Keywords

• Community social services
• Workforce development training
• Affordable housing programs
• Food assistance services
• Immigrant community support

Headquarters

HQ city

Cornelius

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: Individual donors contribute to support Centro Cultural's programs and services. The organization accepts checks, money orders, and online donations through platforms like Classy and Kindful.
2. Government Grants and Contracts: Centro Cultural receives funding from federal, state, and local government sources including ARPA awards, Supportive Housing Services measure funding, and partnerships with city governments for specific programs.
3. Esperanza Relief Fund: Emergency relief fund established during COVID-19 to support migrant families and those excluded from government assistance. Raised over $495,000 in 2020 for direct assistance.
4. Facility Rentals: The Forest Grove Senior and Community Center and other facilities are available for rent for celebrations, gatherings, and events including baby showers, weddings, gallery exhibitions, and club meetings.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Centro Cultural de Washington County is a nonprofit community organization founded in 1972 that delivers culturally-grounded, bilingual services to Latino families and diverse communities in Washington County, Oregon. Its core offerings span six program areas: economic development (workforce training, GED, career coaching, small business support), community health and wellness (OHP navigation, senior programs, foster family support), civic leadership and advocacy, youth development (K-12 STEAM education), housing stability (rental/utility assistance, transitional housing, affordable senior housing), and food security via the Centro Mercado free food pantry.

Product overview

Centro Cultural is a community-based organization serving Washington County, Oregon since 1972, offering a comprehensive suite of culturally-grounded programs organized around six core service areas: economic empowerment through Centro de Prosperidad (workforce development, GED education, career coaching, small business support); community health and wellness (senior programs, OHP navigation, health fairs, foster family support); civic leadership and advocacy; youth development (K-12 robotics, Summer STEAM, workforce readiness); housing stability (emergency rental/utility assistance, transitional housing, affordable senior housing); and food security (Centro Mercado free food pantry). The organization operates multiple physical locations including the main Cornelius campus, Centro de Prosperidad in Hillsboro, and Forest Grove Senior & Community Center. Services are delivered in both Spanish and English with a focus on the Latino community, removing barriers to health, well-being, and economic mobility.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Esperanza Relief Fund: Emergency assistance fund established during COVID-19 to support migrant families excluded from government assistance.

Products and services

• Centro de Prosperidad Workforce and economic development branch offering career coaching, adult education (GED), job placement, small business development support, and the NextGen program for young adults ages 17-24. Designed for Latino community members seeking living-wage employment and economic mobility.
• Community Health & Wellness Program Health navigation services including Edad de Oro senior program, Cocina de Oro senior nutrition, Ventanilla de Salud at the Mexican Consulate, Oregon Health Plan (OHP) enrollment assistance, and KEEP foster/kinship family support program. Services are free, bilingual, and available regardless of immigration status.
• Civic Leadership (Voz and Transformation) Civic engagement, advocacy, and environmental justice programs including Bilingual Master Recycler Certification, Climate Justice Leadership for youth of color, and the Promotores Ambientales advocate program. Partners with local governments on racial equity frameworks.
• Youth Development Program Year-round K-12 and young adult education programs including Lego Robotics, Summer STEAM camp (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math), workforce readiness, and the NextGen program for ages 17-24.
• Housing Services (including Casa Amparo Transitional Housing) Housing stability programs including emergency rental and utilities assistance, transitional housing (Casa Amparo), affordable senior housing, and homeless services through Community Connect referrals.
• Centro Mercado (Free Food Pantry) Free grocery-style food pantry providing culturally-specific food in a dignified shopping environment at 1216 East Baseline Street in Cornelius. Open Monday-Thursday and Friday mornings with no requirements or appointment needed.
• Forest Grove Senior & Community Center Community center operated in partnership with the City of Forest Grove, offering monthly community gatherings, Meals on Wheels partnership, Ride Connection transportation, club activities (Bridge, Zumba), and room rentals for celebrations and events.
• Emergency Rental and Utilities Assistance Emergency assistance helping Washington County families facing eviction or falling behind on rent/utilities. Includes City of Cornelius garbage bill assistance, utility bill relief, City of Hillsboro utilities assistance, and Health-Related Social Needs (HRSN) program.
• Immigration Resources Immigration support services and resources including Know Your Rights information, Red Cards (immigrant legal rights cards), guides for employers, and connections to legal services through ACLU of Oregon and Oregon for All coalition partners.
• Alder 9 Apartments Nine-story affordable housing high-rise for adults 55+ opening September 2025 in Portland's Buckman District. Studio to 3-bedroom units at 30% and 60% AMI income levels with Project-Based Voucher options.

Quantifiable outcome

• 13,400 individuals (53,800 household members) served through food justice programs as of January 2021
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments6 records

Technology focussed No

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration12 records

Partnerships

25 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Oregon Food BankcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for food security programs including Centro Mercado free food distribution. The Oregon Food Bank provides food supplies and support for the food assistance programs serving thousands of families in Washington County.
• City of CorneliuscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for garbage bill assistance and utility bill relief programs. City provides funding and Centro administers programs for Cornelius residents meeting income requirements.
• City of HillsborocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for utilities assistance program and El Grito event hosting. City provides funding for utility bill relief and partners with Centro to host the annual El Grito celebration.
• City of Forest GrovecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to operate the Forest Grove Senior and Community Center. City provides support and Centro manages daily operations, programs, and community events at the facility.
• Mexican Consulate of PortlandcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration for Ventanilla de Salud program providing free preventive health services, orientation, counseling, and referrals within the consulate. Also partners for Binational Health Week events.
• Virginia Garcia Memorial Health CentermajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerReferral partnership for healthcare services. Virginia Garcia provides high quality health care in Washington and Yamhill counties, with referrals from Centro for community members needing medical services.
• Metro (Regional Government)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Chehalem Ridge Nature Park and environmental programs including Master Recyclers program. Metro's Partners in Nature program works with culturally specific organizations to connect diverse communities with nature.
• Oregon Health AuthoritymajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration for La Clinica events including vaccines, OHP assistance, and wellness information. Also supports health equity initiatives and community health worker programs.
• Oregon Law CentermajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides free civil legal services on-site at Centro including tenant rights, public benefits, employee rights, and family law for domestic violence victims.
• Ride ConnectionmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTransportation partnership providing support services to Centro clients including door-to-door transportation for medical appointments, TriMet fare assistance, and mileage reimbursement.
• TriMetmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for income-based fare program helping low-income riders get half-price fares. Centro assists with enrollment in the reduced fare program.
• Oregon Health Plan (OHP)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOHP assisters help community members navigate the medical system, understand health insurance benefits, and access care regardless of immigration status.
• Health Share of OregonmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Health-Related Social Needs (HRSN) program helping eligible members receive extra support for food, housing, or climate-related emergencies through medical insurance.
• GSI BuildersmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerConstruction partner for Centro Mercado development. Committed to 100% Latino contractor, 100% Latino architects, and 100% Latino workers for the food pantry construction project.
• Quantum ResidentialmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProperty management company managing Alder 9 Apartments, the affordable housing development for seniors 55+ in Portland's Buckman District.
• UnidosUScoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember of the UnidosUS Affiliate Network of nearly 300 community-based organizations. Centro Cultural is committed to challenging social, economic, and political barriers affecting Latinos.
• Oregon Cultural TrustmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to celebrate, support, and preserve diverse arts, heritage, and humanities in Oregon. Trust funds cultural organizations across the state.
• ACLU of OregonmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration to support immigrant and refugee communities with rights information and advocacy.
• Oregon for All CoalitionmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoalition partnership to support immigrant communities through advocacy and resource sharing.
• Portland Immigrant Rights Coalition (PIRC)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoalition partnership to support immigrant communities through advocacy and resource sharing.
• IntelmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-term volunteer partnership spanning 14 years. Intel employees volunteer with youth programs, events, and food distribution. Intel is a Gala sponsor and provides STEM mentorship through employee engagement.
• Meals on WheelsmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership at Forest Grove Senior Center providing meals to seniors and ensuring no one goes without food or transportation.
• Washington County Solid Waste & RecyclingmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Bilingual Master Recyclers program helping community members learn recycling and become environmental advocates with Spanish programming.
• Cornelius Elementary SchoolmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSchool partnership for Summer STEAM camp hosting and educational programs for students.
• ZumbaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFree Zumba fitness classes offered every Monday at 1 PM at Forest Grove Senior Center for community wellness.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• CHIRLA (Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights): Los Angeles-based immigrant rights organization providing legal services, workforce development, health navigation, and civic engagement for Latino and immigrant communities, sharing Centro Cultural's integration of immigration and economic services.
• Latino Network: Latino-serving community organization based in Portland, Oregon offering workforce development, education, civic engagement, and youth services to the Latino community in the same regional footprint as Centro Cultural.
• El Centro de la Raza: Seattle-based Latino community center offering comprehensive human services including housing, education, employment, and cultural programs with a similar wraparound community-services model to Centro Cultural.
• Make the Road New York: Multi-service immigrant rights and community services organization providing adult education, workforce development, housing assistance, and legal services in a model directly comparable to Centro Cultural's wraparound approach.
• CARECEN (Central American Resource Center): Los Angeles-based multi-service organization serving Central American and Latino immigrants through legal services, education, workforce development, and civic engagement, with a model closely aligned to Centro Cultural's community-based service delivery.
• TODEC Legal Center: Inland Empire-based immigrant rights and workforce development organization serving migrant farmworker and Latino communities, with a comparable mix of immigration legal services, education, and economic empowerment programming.

Broad incumbents

• UnidosUS: National Latino civil rights and advocacy organization that operates the Affiliate Network of nearly 300 community-based organizations of which Centro Cultural is a member, providing policy influence, capacity-building, and national funding access.
• Hispanic Federation: National nonprofit providing grants and capacity-building to Latino-serving community-based organizations across the US, serving as a funder and advocate comparable to the broader ecosystem that supports Centro Cultural's work.

Others

• United Way of Washington County: Regional umbrella funder and service coordination organization in the same Washington County, Oregon geography as Centro Cultural, with overlapping focus areas of food security, housing stability, and youth services but operating as a funder rather than direct service provider.
• Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center: Federally qualified health center serving Washington and Yamhill counties that is a key referral partner of Centro Cultural for clinical services, sharing the same Latino community service population and geographic footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/centro_washco
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCGCdaxc81wia6tLovrWnljA
• Facebookfacebook.com/CentroCultural.org
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/centro-cultural-de-washington-county
• Instagraminstagram.com/centro_oregon

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Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

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