The DPI Group

The DPI Group is a social enterprise nonprofit. It creates job opportunities for people with disabilities and others facing barriers through seven organizations. Its Meadowlark Employment Services program supports adults with disabilities in the Portland metro area in achieving community employment. Services include discovery, job development and job coaching, with staff working alongside clients, families, public agencies and employers. The group also operates the Community Services Network, which brings Portland-area nonprofits, government agencies and individuals together to better serve people in need. The network encourages collaboration among social service nonprofits and features outreach meetings, an email list, monthly Social Service Fairs and networking events. The organization began in 1971 as an employment program for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.