Tony Hopson, Sr. founded Self Enhancement Inc. (SEI) in 1981, and over the course of four decades, grew it from a youth summer program to one of the most respected human service organizations in Oregon. SEI now supports over 17,000 youth and families per year with "wraparound" services, which improve every aspect of a student's life, from their home environment, family support, school experience, and opportunities outside of school. Hopson is part of the founding board of the 1803 Fund and was instrumental in securing its initial $400 million investment with the purpose of rebuilding and strengthening the historic Black community in north and northeast Portland.