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.
*New* Regional Philanthropy Calendar
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2008 REGIONAL CONFERENCE
**SAVE THE DATE**
GRANTMAKERS of Oregon and Southwest Washington
From Roots to Treetops: Growing, Connecting, & Sustaining Strong Communities
October 15th, 16th, 17th
FivePine Lodge
Sisters, Oregon
Featuring:
Questions: or 503.226.6340
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THIRD THURSDAY PROGRAM
Racial and Ethnic Inequities—
The Relationship to Health (and Other) Disparities
Sponsor: Arnerich Massena & Associates, Inc.
Thursday, September 18, 2008
11:45 am – 1:30 pm
Kaiser Town Hall Ballroom
3704 N Interstate, Portland
Parking is available on NE side of the building and the location is accessible by light rail.
Lunch Included
$15 Members $35 Non-members
To Register: or 503.226.6340
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FUNDERS TOUR
Confederated Tribes Grande Ronde Reservation
Sponsored by: Spirit Mountain Community Fund
Thursday, September 22, 2008
8:00 am – 5:00 pm*
Members: $45 Nonmembers: $65
or 503.226.6340
*A bus will leave Portland at 8:30 am from 6100 SW Raab Road, Portland
http://www.pfcn.org/visitors/directions/3-visitors/4-directions.htmland return around 5:00 pm
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Annual Conference
Philanthropy Northwest
Wednesday, September 24 – Friday, September 26
Idaho
CORPORATE FUNDERS LEARNING EXCHANGE
Topic: TBA
Sponsor: Pacific Power Foundation
Thursday, October 2, 2008
7:30 – 9:00 am
Portland