About | Valeo Vocation

A new social enterprise focused on helping those experiencing homelessness obtain stable employment and permanent housing.

At Valeo Vocation,

our name defines our values

Valeo /'va.le.o/: Latin, meaning strong, well, healthy, having worth

Vocation: employment for which a person is suited and trained, and which is regarded as worthy and requiring dedication

We strive to see our clients, customers, and community be strong and healthy. We believe that every person has intrinsic value, and a special purpose for which they are uniquely suited. When a person is working in their purpose, they are inherently strong, and contributing not only to their individual wellbeing, but making their entire community a better place.

For Our Clients

We provide individuals in Tacoma and Pierce County who are experiencing homelessness with:

An opportunity to earn a wage, escaping unemployment and homelessness
Case management to navigate support systems and reduce barriers to employment
Supportive services to enhance success in the workplace

For Our Customers

We provide businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies with:

A trained and ready work force on demand
Expanding labor supply in a tight market, at competitive labor rates
Convenient invoicing; Valeo Vocation takes care of HR and payroll

For Our Community

We reduce homelessness in our communities through an innovative social enterprise that sustainably provides 80% of gross revenue needed to operate.

WHAT WE DO

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

BRIAN

TOMMY

PAULINE

“Going from ... sleeping in my car to now has brought a lot of self-esteem out"

Because she was homeless and her age, Pauline says she felt judged and dismissed by potential employers. Read how Valeo helped her get back to work and finally start getting ahead financially.

LEO

Staffing for Housing

PARTNER SPOTLIGHT

Valeo Vocation only succeeds with the help of our partner organizations.

Through a strategic partnership between Salvation Army Tacoma and Valeo Vocation, there is a constant stream of new workers to help keep Salvation Army operations running smoothly, and Valeo clients are gaining valuable work experience.

“It gives them a sense of pride. I love having them here,” says Salvation Army Tacoma Social Services Director Heather Wiley.

Are You An Employer?

Consider contracting with Valeo as a way to fill short-term staffing needs, or even as a source for potential long-term employees. Contact us to see how we can best fit your staffing needs.

Do You Need Assistance?

We are now accepting clients. Please click the button below to apply.

Apply

Do You Want to Help?

Make a donation check payable to Valeo Vocation and mail to:

Valeo Vocation

PO Box 5907

Tacoma, WA 98415

Valeo Vocation is an IRS recognized tax-exempt 501(c)(3) Nonprofit organization. Donors are encouraged to consult with their tax adviser or the IRS to determine whether a contribution is deductible.

At Valeo Vocation,