A community grows stronger when opportunity belongs to everyone.
Welcome to Fourth Plain Forward
We're a community development organization based in central Vancouver. We work with local businesses, help connect people to what's happening in the neighborhood and run programs for residents.
Help to grow your Business
We offer free coaching, training, and funding to help you start and grow your business. Get one-on-one support, join a workshop, or apply for a loan—all in English and Spanish.
Explore the corridor
Looking for a place to eat? A local business to support? A nonprofit doing work you care about? Our directories help you find what's here—restaurants, businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations that make Fourth Plain what it is.
Programs in the community
We run programs that meet people where they are. Find a job through our local job board. Build credit and manage money in our financial workshops. Get involved in climate health and cultural programs that strengthen the whole community.
Explore Local Jobs in Clark County
Our job portal provides a database for employers to list local jobs and residents to find them. Find local jobs in Clark County to boost your career growth and contribute to community empowerment.
A space for the community
An inclusive hub in the heart of Vancouver for celebration, creativity, and community.
Our Impact
120+
Businesses Provided Free Assistance in 2025
$175k+
Business Grants issued to small businesses in 2025
10
Birth Doulas trained in 2025
Explore Volunteer Opportunities
Want to be part of our community and volunteer? Here’s how you can join the effort and make a difference with Fourth Plain Forward.
Stay Informed, Stay Connected
Don't miss any upcoming events or success stories from Fourth Plain Forward. We work every day to empower local businesses, create jobs, and build a thriving, inclusive community. Explore our blog and the Impact Journal web series to see how it works.
Our Mission
Fourth Plain Forward advances equity by helping underrepresented communities build financial stability and strengthen their wellbeing through business programs and neighborhood initiatives.
Our Vision
Fair access to resources, the ability to build lasting stability, and a sense of connection that strengthens daily life.
2035 Goal
By 2035, Fourth Plain Forward will have connected more than 10,000 people to opportunities that strengthened their wellbeing, increased their income, and helped them plan for their future with confidence.
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