About Rain

"Thank you Ellyn for your ongoing support of my entrepreneurial development. Our 1:1 sessions provide me with the guidance and encouragement to expand my business services and achieve my related goals. Your service to me in greatly valued. Rural entrepreneurial-ship can be an overwhelming and isolating challenge: You and RAIN are instrumental in helping me navigate and overcome those issues and foster my success. I have been involved with RAIN from its beginning in Florence and witnessed the positive impact RAIN provides. I recognize many benefits I have received from RAIN and I’m grateful for continued training and support as my business needs evolve."

"RAIN is instrumental in Ella Star's ongoing development and success. I  joined RAIN shortly after I moved to Florence. The monthly networking meetings along with the  learning opportunity helped me craft my plan for a rebranding and business expansion. I am excited to continue working with RAIN and charting new growth for my business!"

"Ever since the first week of communicating my idea of a new business endeavor in Creswell, I was connected with RAIN. I felt immediately seen and supported like never before and this organization gives me the assurance that I will have someone there to help with even the smallest difficulties. Ellyn, too, as RAIN's representative, gives such a safe space for entrepreneurs to dream and share ideas of every size. I am so thankful to be part of a group that is giving dreamers courage to DO and the skills collaboration to benefit the communities around us with what we have to offer. I am recommending RAIN and Ellyn to fellow local business owners I know - to continue the growth I see happening as we solidify ideas and problem-solve everyday realities of business in a caring and effective community. Thank you, RAIN, and everyone keeping this team on the road!"

"RAIN has been a wonderful resource for me and my business.  With regular meetings, I have networked with some amazing people who have given me ideas for vending my handcrafted wares locally, ways to expand my membership, and other inspiration for improving my business.  I even learned how to put together a business plan and pitch my business to local investors because of RAIN.  But it isn't just the practical business strategies.  RAIN has also been a source of camaraderie and moral support, from fellow entrepreneurs who understand exactly the struggles I'm going through.  And that's invaluable."

Partnering with RAIN Catalysts has been an incredible asset for me as a small business owner. Their mentorship, resources, and encouragement have given me greater insight into the needs of local business owners, and I’ve been able to see how my role as an Insurance Advisor can support them at any stage of their journey. Both Ellyn and Brian have gone above and beyond with community connections and practical tools that give entrepreneurs a solid place to start. I deeply appreciate the positive impact RAIN Catalysts has had not only on my business but also on the Cottage Grove community as a whole."

The guidance and encouragement we’ve received from RAIN Catalysts have been a meaningful part of our growth as small business owners. Their mentorship and the opportunities they bring into the community have helped us strengthen our business and connect with other entrepreneurs in ways we never expected. We’re especially thankful for how RAIN fosters collaboration, which makes our local business community stronger and more supportive. Their work has been a real gift, and we’re excited to recommend their programs to anyone building a business in our region."

"Working with RAIN Catalysts has been incredibly valuable. Their support, resources, and one-on-one mentorship have helped me not only expand my business but also feel more confident as an entrepreneur. Through the contacts in the local RAIN meetups, I was able to connect with Ellyn and get some graphic design services for my office windows! One of the biggest benefits has been the connections I’ve been able to make through the RAIN network, which has allowed me to share opportunities and resources with others. This has created a ripple effect of growth and collaboration. I’m truly grateful for how RAIN Catalysts strengthens both individual businesses and our community as a whole."

"I was very fortunate to connect with Nate this past week. As I transition to a new job in my career field, Nate was able to use the network he has created through RAIN and the community. It was a tremendous help! I joined a freelance marketing agency and have more exciting opportunities that lay ahead! I can honestly say I wouldn’t have these new incredible relationships without Nate and the RAIN program!"