EMBERS uses an enterprising approach to creating economic and employment opportunities  through three program offerings.  EMBERS Ventures helps people start  and grow small businesses; EMBERS Staffing Solutions, a temporary employment service, connects companies with workers;  and EMBERS Green Renovations provides weatherization and energy upgrades to buildings.

EMBERS was established as a non- profit community economic development organization on August 31, 2001 after a year-long research and multi-stakeholder consultation process focused on revitalizing the Downtown Eastside. To date we have assisted more than 600 entrepreneurs plan, start or grow their micro-enterprises; we have provided temporary work placements to more than 700 low-income individuals, more than half of whom have transitioned to full time work; and we have trained 10 individuals in weatherization and green renovation techniques.

EMBERS' mission is to create economic and employment opportunities for people by providing them jobs, training, and support. 

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