Join Our Board!
We are currently recruiting new board members to support our mission and vision!
Join us in advancing equity in St. Johns through community building and people-centered economic development.
Board membership is a volunteer role.
If interested, click the button below to learn more and apply.
Stay connected with St. Johns Center for Opportunity!
Join our newsletter for St. Johns Farmers Market updates, community events, resources, local job postings, grant opportunities, and more!
Support Your Community by Supporting SJCO
Invest in our mission of Equity-Focused Community Development with a one-time or monthly gift.
Your donation contributes to our many programs, including:
Free Job Coaching
Free Local Job Board
Free Community Events
Speak Up on Behalf of St. Johns to Local Governments
Coordinate with Local Governments & Nonprofits to Bring Programming to St. Johns
Grants & Support for Small Businesses
Paid Youth Internships
Monthly BIPOC Business Feature
Monthly St. Johns Farmers Market BIPOC Vendor Feature
Free Job Search Resources
Free Commercial Space Directory
Free Community Resource Calendar
St. Johns Farmers Market
Native Community Garden at St. Johns Farmers Market
Free Food Access Programs at St. Johns Farmers Market
St. Johns Center for Opportunity is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity organization. Our Tax ID number is 27-2243614. Your donation is tax-deductible.
More ways to support SJCO:
Give a percent of each Fred Meyer purchase to SJCO by signing up for their Community Rewards program. To sign up, click here and search for us by name or our number, (JB805). If you don't have a Fred Meyer Rewards Card, sign up at the Customer Service desk of any Fred Meyer store. Don’t worry, you will still get all your Fred Meyer points & rewards!
Does your employer give matching funds? PGE, Microsoft, Adidas, Ameriprise, Standard Insurance and other companies increase the impact of employee donations. Check with your employer to see if they will help too.
2023 SJFM Annual Report
Curious to see how St. Johns Farmers Market did this year? View our 2023 report and see why we were voted the #1 Farmers Market in Oregon!
BIPOC Business Directory
Explore our new BIPOC Business Directory showcasing the diverse and vibrant entrepreneurs of our community!
BIPOC Business of the Month
Each month in 2023, we highlighted a local BIPOC-owned business in the St. Johns neighborhood.
To view all 12 of the wonderful businesses, please click here.
Applications for the 2024 market season are now open! Apply by March 1, 2024 for priority consideration.
Visit our Market page for all St. Johns Farmers Market info!
SJFM 2024 dates:
Saturdays, May 4-November 23, 2024
Holiday Market on December 14, 2024
Explore our Featured BIPOC Vendors from the 2023 market season!
St. Johns Farmers Market is committed to serving all community members through our free food access programs. Learn more here.
View jobs currently available right here in the St. Johns neighborhood.
Employers, post your openings for free.
The Small Business Grant (FKA Storefront Improvement Grant) is now open and accepting applications! SJCO will distributed up to $50,000 to businesses and commercial property owners in the St. Johns Urban Renewal Area in 2024. Sign up for our newsletter to learn about our grant cycle and our partners’ grant opportunities!
Find space available for lease or purchase in the St. Johns district.
Resource Calendar
Our Community Resource Calendar features all kinds of free, fun and useful events from SJCO and community partners
Technical assistance to launch or grow your business in St. Johns
Self-guided resume, interview, and North-Portland-specific assistance to help you get employed.
Need a job coach in your corner? Mulu Terefe provides free individualized job coaching. She helps with resumes, interview prep, job placements, and more!