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EOI

April 17, 2024

2023-24 Impact and Gratitude Report

Reflecting on a year of progress and transition at the Economic Opportunity Institute

EOI

April 12, 2024

Welcoming our New Executive Director, Rian Watt!

EOI is excited to begin its next chapter under new leadership

April 4, 2024

Is There a Valid Argument Against Cost-Free College in Washington?

Cost-free college is a meaningful investment that would change lives. What's stopping Washington from making it happen?

Inclusive Health Access

April 3, 2024

Report: 87% of WA Hospitals are Falling Behind on Community Investment Requirements

Non-profit hospitals are supposed to invest in communities – but many aren’t.

An Inclusive Economy

March 20, 2024

I-2111: The Income Tax Ban Is A Spectacle, but One We Can’t Ignore

A way to waste time, energy, and money, I-2111 is costing more than just taxes

An Inclusive Economy

March 20, 2024

Let’s Go Washington: Three initiatives threatening to roll back years of progress

Here’s what you need to know about the initiatives on your November ballot

Research Feed

State of Working Washington
Report: Fewer jobs pay enough to rent in Washington

Data show that, since the pandemic, it's become even harder to rent in Washington

State of Working Washington
Rent is Increasing in Washington – But Wages Are Not

A new report shows that while rental increases are common, wages are not keeping pace

Healthy Communities
Controlling Health Care Costs in Washington

Evidence-based solutions to protect patients, advance equity, and improve health care industry regulation and transparency