Heart of Oregon Launches Tech-Focused Make Your Mark Campaign for Boardman Youth

In a move poised to shape the future of local workforce development, Heart of Oregon Corps is launching a major new initiative, calling on regional business leaders to invest in technology and career training at their expanding campus. The “Make Your Mark” campaign aims to bridge the gap between emerging tech industries and the skilled young workforce right here in Eastern Oregon.

For Boardman residents, this represents a direct pipeline for the next generation into high-demand fields. The organization, renowned for its youth development and conservation work, is now sharpening its focus on digital literacy, IT infrastructure, and modern technical trades. This shift aligns with the growing tech-adjacent sectors in our region, from data center operations to precision agriculture and renewable energy management.

“We’re building more than buildings; we’re building futures,” said a Heart of Oregon spokesperson. “The ‘Make Your Mark’ invitation is for local companies to help us equip our campus with the tools and curriculum that reflect the real-world, tech-driven jobs of today and tomorrow.”

This expansion is particularly relevant for Morrow County, where economic diversification is key. By partnering with businesses, Heart of Oregon can tailor programs to ensure local youth gain certifications and hands-on experience that make them immediate assets to employers in Boardman and across the Columbia River corridor.

The call to action is clear: local investment in this campus is an investment in homegrown talent. As technology reshapes every industry, from farming to manufacturing, this initiative seeks to ensure Boardman’s youth aren’t just prepared to participate, but are poised to lead.