Spotlight: Book to the Future
Multnomah County’s Central Library was built in 1893 and last renovated around the time of its 100th birthday. Now it’s undergone another refresh — one meant to bring it in line with library trends.
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Tactics: Cyreena Boston Ashby Steers Girls Inc. PNW Through Uncharted Waters
Ashby talks about leading the organization through a challenging time for youth services.
$2M Free Geek Donation Will ‘Help Build Strong Communities and Strong Families Who Can Fly Together,’ Recipient Says
Last week the nonprofit received a $2M grant to close the digital divide in East Multnomah County.
Oregon Community Foundation Awards $520K To Historically Overlooked Entrepreneurs
Now in its third year, entrepreneurs who received awards will also obtain business counseling and technical assistance, in the hopes of growing their network and partnering with one another.
100 Best Nonprofits to Work For in Oregon in 2023
Congratulations to all the organizations who made the list.
KeyBank, MESO, Thorns Announce Women-Led Business Pitch Competition
The winning pitch will get a $20,000 prize; all applicants will receive business mentorship and counseling.
Visit Central Oregon Awards $840K in Grants to Promote Local Tourism Â
Transient Lodging Tax funds will be used to improve accessibility for disabled travelers, improve trails and incubate small businesses in the region
Tactics: Shannon Evers Is Guiding the Next Generation of Girl Scouts
‘When people look at boardroom tables across the world, usually when there’s a woman at the table, she was a Girl Scout.’
Black Venture Fund Receives Historic Investment from Oregon Community Foundation
Black Founders Matter’s managing director says the investment will help them spur the growth of entrepreneurs of color in Oregon, though OCF declined to give the specific amount.
Demand for Project Turnkey Sky-High, says OCF Senior Officer
Megan Loeb of the Oregon Community Foundation explains why cities are clamoring to try Oregon’s unique homelessness solution.