About Us

The Economic Opportunity Institute is an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit public policy center advancing new ideas to build an economy that works - for everyone.

We focus our work on:

• Improving educational opportunities for children and young adults;
• Modernizing workplace standards to promote family health and economic security;
• Ensuring a secure and dignified retirement for all workers; and
• Creating a fairer, more sustainable tax system in Washington State.

We pursue change through research, media outreach, public dialogue and policy initiatives that help make Washington State a better place to live, work and do business.

As a 501(c)3 organization registered in the state of Washington, we are fully funded through the charitable contributions of individuals, foundations, and other organizations. You can help support our work with a tax-deductible contribution.

EOI is a member of the Economic Analysis and Research Network (EARN), a network of 55 state and regional multi-issue research, policy, and advocacy organizations in 40 states. EARN is coordinated by the Economic Policy Institute (EPI) and works with a broad range of other national organizations.

2009 Annual Report

Learn how EOI is keeping Washington at the forefront of social and economic policy in our 2009 Annual Report.

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Our Story

Every day, public decisions affect private lives. Each of us counts on our democratic institutions to serve and protect economic opportunity for our children, families and communities through sound public policy. More »

Our Successes

Real dividends for Washington's children, families and communities. More »