An Association of Grantmakers Inspiring Effective 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.
Thursday, December 18, 2008
5:30 - 7:30 pm
The Harold & Arlene Schnitzer CARE Foundation
1121 SW Salmon Street
Portland, OR 97205
To Register: or 503.226.6340
**There is no charge for the this program**
Learning from the Past to Make it Through Today
Thursday, January 15, 2008
11:45 am – 1:30 pm
Northwest Health Foundation, Bamboo Room
221 NW Second Avenue, Suite 300
Portland
$15 members, $35 non-members
Lunch provided.
To Register: or 503.226.6340
http://www.gosw.org/grant/makers/info/philanthropy_and_the_new_economic_landscape
Looking at Solutions from a Funders Perspective
Thursday, February 19, 2008
11:45 am – 1:30 pm
Northwest Health Foundation, Bamboo Room
221 NW Second Avenue, Suite 300
Portland
$15 members, $35 non-members
Lunch provided.
To Register: or 503.226.6340