Conexiones Event Successfully Connects Latinos and Partners To Address Common Goals for Oregon

The Oregon Community Foundation’s Latino Partnership Program (LPP) hosted more than 200 Oregonians from small business, education, health, government and nonprofit sectors on October 5 and 6 in Salem for the inaugural Conexiones event. The location was significant since OCF’S Northern Willamette Valley Leadership Council launched LPP in the Salem region in the early 2000’s. … Read more

Creative Ways to Be Charitable Every Day

When we think about charitable giving, the word “creative” doesn’t necessarily pop into mind first. But, acts of supporting our communities and the causes we care about don’t need to be limited to tearing off the bottom of an “ask” letter and including a check. Need some inspiration for other ways to make a difference? … Read more

CONEXIONES SUMMIT: TRANSFORMING COMMUNITIES TOGETHER

A gathering of Latinos and partners in education, nonprofits, business and government working together to improve the lives of Latino Oregonians. WHYIn different corners of the state Latinos and Latino-serving organizations work to improve education, business, housing, health, civic engagement, youth support, parent involvement, and advocacy among other fields. Yet few opportunities exist to connect, … Read more

Oregon Community Foundation Fall Philanthropy Forum

Ethical Considerations Related to Public Charities and Private Foundations Questions around ethics arise when administering public charities and private foundations and professional advisors are frequently on the forefront of advising clients on how to navigate these concerns when they arise. Through a series of case studies, this Philanthropy Forum will explore key ethical issues that … Read more

Grant Park: 97212

What do three Supreme Court justices, the heir apparent to the Port of Portland and Rep. Earl Blumenauer have in common?