Member Benefits

The greatest benefit to becoming a member of GRANTMAKERS of Oregon and Southwest Washington is joining a community dedicated to learning, sharing, and leadership in philanthropy. This benefit is underscored by a focus and commitment to the people, organizations, and communities across Oregon and southwest Washington.

Membership includes: over 30 programs & events a year, unlimited access to a library of over 1500 philanthropy resources; the chance to participate in 3 regional affinity groups, 2 funder learning exchanges, 10 committees; and becoming a part of a network of nearly 100 member organizations.

Connection, Conversation & Collaboration

Our members value the time they spend together; GRANTMAKERS of Oregon and Southwest Washington honors this by offering a series of dynamic programs, workshops, and events that address community issues, explore solutions, celebrate successes, and outline best practices.

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Comprehensive Shared Resources

GRANTMAKERS of Oregon and Southwest Washington strives to provide resources that are comprehensive, accessible and dynamic. Our offices house a vast and varied library. We offer valuable skill-building workshops. And our membership includes over 100 organizations - nearly 550 individual members - each with their own unique grantmaking experiences.

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Community Involvement

GRANTMAKERS is a member-directed organization. The strength of our organization lies in the involvement and commitment of our membership. There are opportunities for involvement in each aspect of the organization from coordinating a monthly program to participating in discussions about good governance. Specifically, members can increase their involvement in the GRANTMAKERS’ community through:

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*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