About Philanthropy
What is Philanthropy? Philanthropy can be defined in many ways. The word comes from the Greek, meaning “love for mankind.” Modern definitions include the concept of voluntary giving by an individual or group to promote the common good and improve the quality of life.
To learn more about the basic types of organized philanthropy click Link to Philanthropy Basics.
Below is a current list of the issues areas around the philosophy and social context of philanthropy represented in the GRANTMAKERS of Oregon and Southwest Washington’s Resource Library.
- Please click on the link below to view resources and materials availble online
- Call 503.226.6340 to speak with a GRANTMAKERS staff member about obtaining more information
- Call GRANTMAKERS to find out what members focus on your area of interest
THE PHILOSOPHY & SOCIAL CONTEXT OF PHILANTHROPY
Diversity
General
Native American
Regional
Social Impact
Venture Philanthropy
Women
Youth
*New* Regional Philanthropy Calendar
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2008 REGIONAL CONFERENCE
**SAVE THE DATE**
GRANTMAKERS of Oregon and Southwest Washington
2008 Regional Conference
Create - Re-create - Recreate
October 15th, 16th, 17th
Five Pine Lodge
Sisters, Oregon
Featuring: The Bridgespan Group
Learn more…
http://www.bridgespangroup.org
FUNDERS TOUR
High Schools That Work:
Experiencing the Small Schools Initiative Firsthand
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
9:00 am – 12:00 pm: Tour*
12:00 – 1:00 pm: Optional Lunch Hour Discussion
North Eugene High School & Springfield Academy of Arts and Academics
*Please meet at the North Eugene High School Front Office by 8:45 am
200 Silver Lane, Eugene Oregon
Members: $25 Nonmembers: $45 • To Register: or 503.226.6340
Learn more…
http://www.e3smallschools.org/
GRANTMAKING 101
Skill Building Workshop for New (and Experienced Funders)
Thursday, May 29, 2008
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
YWCA, 3rd Floor Conference Room
1111 SW 10th
Portland
Continental Breakfast and Lunch Provided
$150 members, $195 non-members
, 503.226.6340
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CORPORATE FUNDERS LEARNING EXCHANGE
Topic: TBA
Sponsor: Pacific Power Foundation
Thursday, June 5, 2008
7:30 – 9:00 am
Portland
$10 Members
$35 Nonmembers
503.226.6340
SPECIAL PROGRAM
Systems Change and the Role of Private Philanthropy: Intervention and Prevention
Thursday, June 5, 2008
11:45 am – 1:30 pm
Northwest Health Foundation, Bamboo Room
221 NW Second Avenue, Suite 300
Portland
$15 members
$35 nonmembers
or 503.226.6340
