Non-Profit Incubator of Beaverton:
History, Vision, Mission, Values, and Staff
History:
The Nonprofit Incubator of Beaverton (NPIB) was initiated by Mayor Lacey Beaty and a team of local citizens passionate about serving the community. Their vision and successful grant applications provided funding to launch NPIB programming in Fall 2023. The grant funds will also be used to build out a collaborative “Incubator” space in the Beaverton Round Executive Suites on the 3rd floor of the Beaverton Building / City Hall. The Nonprofit Incubator is a program of the Oregon Startup Center. Their combined programming provides mentorship and ongoing support for businesses and nonprofits in Beaverton and surrounding communities.
Vision:
A vibrant and diverse network of nonprofit organizations working collaboratively to enhance quality of life and ensure equitable access to programs and services.
Mission:
NPIB’s mission is to help build the capacity and community impact of nonprofit organizations delivering services in Beaverton and Washington County.
We do this through educational programming, consultation, and on-site services with a strong focus on creating opportunities for historically underserved and marginalized communities.
Our Values: Respect, Inclusion, Collaboration, Empowerment
Respect – We will honor and embrace the perspectives, wishes, rights, and traditions of all individuals and groups we encounter.
Inclusion – We will provide equitable access to all our programs and services, with intentional efforts to engage historically underserved and marginalized members of our community.
Collaboration – We understand that our work will be most impactful and supported when we work in collaboration to achieve common goals.
Empowerment – We strive to support, encourage, and enable others to make THEIR dreams and aspirations reality.
Staff:
Mark Lewis is a lifelong entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience in education, community development, and organizational growth. As the leader of the Nonprofit Incubator of Beaverton at the Oregon Startup Center, he drives strategic initiatives, manages operations, and builds partnerships to strengthen local nonprofits and small businesses.
With degrees from Caltech and a Master’s in Education, Mark’s nontraditional career path spans roles as a satellite systems engineer, senior program officer for a “venture philanthropy” nonprofit, high school teacher, Oregon’s policy director for STEM education, and founder of his own business. His global perspective was shaped by over a decade with the US Peace Corps, leading development programs in the South Pacific and Middle East.
A passionate educator and advocate for youth, Mark is dedicated to the transformative power of education, culture, and community, drawing inspiration from his role as a father and stepfather to four incredible human beings.
