Upcoming Events
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Networking at Lucky Lab
Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at 04:30 PM · 49 rsvps
Lucky Labrador Brew Pub in Portland, ORJoin us Tuesday, February 25th for Happy Hour refreshments and fun bonding time with the YNPN community!
We are kicking off this (relatively?) new year with a new spin on our Happy Hour get-togethers: in addition to providing space for free-form networking, this time around we will offer facilitated networking opportunities.
That's right, shy folks! We have heard your feedback and we are excited to create new opportunities to connect with others while minimizing the intimidation that can come with being in a large group of strangers.
Never been to a YNPN Portland event before? Are you one of our regulars? All are welcome! This is a great way to see what we're about.
FAQ
What time does the facilitated networking portion of the event begin? The facilitated networking will begin at around 5:00pm.
What food & beverages will be available? This event is no-host, but we will provide light snacks and appetizers. The food/drink menu is available here.
Is this venue ADA accessible? This event is wheelchair accessible and there is ADA accessible parking available. For other accessibility needs, please contact us at info@ynpnportland.org
Is there parking nearby? There is a small parking lot, and additional free street parking is available.
I have more questions! Please send any questions to us at info@ynpnportland.org
Past Events
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MLK Weekend of Service 2020
Friday, January 17, 2020 at 08:00 AM through January 21, 2020
Portland Metropolitan Area
Get out and volunteer with for the 13th year of
MLK Weekend of Service!
Starting this Friday, January 17th and running through the end of Martin Luther King Day, Monday, January 20th, our Board Chair Kaleema Murphy will be volunteering at various projects in the greater Portland area. We invite you to join and come say hi!
This is the 13th year United Way of the Columbia Willamette's volunteer program Hands On Greater Portland has put on this annual event, and while, historically, we have reserved spots for members of our community, we realized it was difficult to know whether or not the spots we held were being filled, and if we were doing more harm than the good intended by holding those spots.
This year, in an effort to promote engagement for our entire community, we are inviting you to register for a project of your choice below:
2020 UNITED WAY MLK WEEKEND OF SERVICE
Our Board Chair will be present at the following projects:
HANDS DIRTY, HEARTS FILLED! DAY CENTER SPRUCE UP (AGE 5+) - in Beaverton, OR
Friday, January 17, 2020 // from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
WAKE UP OUR DOG WALKING PATH AT OHS (AGE 12+) - at Oregon Human Society *FULL*
Saturday, January 18, 2020 // from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
SPRUCE UP THE SHUTE PARK LIBRARY (AGE 11+) - in Hillsboro, OR *FULL*
Sunday, January 19, 2020 // from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
DAY OF SERVOZ (AGE 16+) - in Portland, OR
Monday, January 20, 2020 // from 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
United Way of the Columbia Willamette is also celebrating their Centennial this year and invites you to this great event to celebrate the culmination of 100 years in service to the greater Portland region.
We hope to see you out there!
"An individual has not started living until [they] can rise above the narrow confines of [their] individualistic concerns to the broader concerns of all humanity."
- Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
*edited for more inclusive language
**Check Hands On website for current status on project availability.
***Our website's "0 tickets available" tag is not accurate.
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Join us to network and build relationships with folks in the Portland nonprofit sector. Never been to a YNPN Portland event before? Are you one of our regulars? All are welcome! This is a great way to see what we're about.
This event is no-host, but grab a drink from Baerlic Brewery or a snack from one of the many food carts and join us in the common space.
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YNPN Swift Watch
Thursday, September 26, 2019 at 06:30 PM · 14 rsvps
Chapman Elementary School Park in Portland, ORCome see an iconic Portland September event with YNPN!
Thousands of Vaux's Swifts migrate through the area during September and one population has been roosting at Chapman Elementary School in NW Portland. This site is one of the largest known roosting sites of these migrating birds. Join us for a sunset watching of these birds spiraling into the school's chimney while avoiding birds of prey nearby.
Click here to visit LivingWithBirds 21 Facts on Swifts.
Notes: Bring your own food and non-alcoholic beverages
Portland Audubon reminds us to be a good neighbor to Chapman-area residents by:
- Not expecting to find on-street parking.
- Leashing and picking up after dogs, before, during, and after the event.
- Picking up trash and not littering on school grounds.
- Knowing it is illegal to consume alcoholic beverages or smoke on public school grounds.
After bird watching, there's an optional dinner at Grassa to continue picnic conversations.
If you are unable to get to the Swifts event, feel free to meet us at Grassa on NW 23rd around 8:00pm.
Event Details:
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Advancing Equity in Nonprofit Space
Thursday, September 19, 2019 at 05:30 PM · $15.00 USD
Taborspace in Portland, ORInterested in learning how to Advance Equity in Nonprofit Space? We have the event for you!
Join the YNPN crew and guest facilitator Ledah Wilcox (they/them/theirs) for an evening deepening our understanding of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) work in nonprofit organizations, with an emphasis on racial and gender equity work!
We will spend some time establishing shared purpose and language, after which participants will be guided through a discussion process with small groups of like-minded peers. This event is a great opportunity for YNPN members to share their knowledge, learn from their colleagues, and further solidify their skills around and commitment to fostering equity in their organizations.
Ledah comes to facilitation and consulting after over a decade of working with youth, from circus camp to Portland Public Schools and many places in between. As a facilitator they have worked with groups such as Start Making a Reader Today (SMART), Open Meadow Alternative Schools, the Center for Equity and Inclusion, and the Portland State University School of Social Work. They hold a Masters in the Arts of Teaching from Lewis & Clark College, and a BA from Wesleyan University. Ledah identifies as a white, transgender, Jewish, Montanan, book nerd; they deeply believe that all forms of oppression must be eradicated for any of us to be free.
Find out more about Ledah by visiting their website.
Event Details:
*Venue is ADA accessible and has some ADA parking street-side and in the parking lot. Bathrooms are not gender-neutral.
REGISTER HERE THRU EVENTBRITE
Perks: Snacks will be provided, with vegetarian and gluten free options available.
Deadline to register is September 12th.
There will be no on-site registration, so sign up today!
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Spring Panel Event
Wednesday, April 24, 2019 at 05:30 PM · $10.00 USD · 10 rsvps
Tabor Space Dining Room in Portland, OR
Join YNPN Portland for a panel discussion to help you advance your career! This two hour event will feature speakers from HR, development, and direct service career paths—see more information about our panelists below. Tickets are $10. Please feel free to reach out to info@ynpnportland.org with any questions. We'll hope to see you there!
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Carmen Brewton-Denison serves as a program manager and racial equity consultant at Campus Compact of Oregon (CCOR). In her role at CCOR, Denison oversees the development and implementation of community responsive programs through partnerships with nonprofits, K-12 schools, and government entities. Brewton-Denison began her career in nonprofits teaching art and literacy classes at Donald E. Long Detention Center and developing community arts programs in collaboration with Homeforward and Transitions Projects Inc. From there Denison co-founded the Creative Activism Lab in partnership with the Pacific Northwest College and Portland State University. Denison’s desire to build and implement site-specific, racial justice, healing-based projects led her to work with Portland Community College Community-Based Learning program, and mentoring organization Friends of the Children before landing at Campus Compact where she continues to support multi-disciplinary racial justice initiatives.
Anna Kurnizki currently serves as the Development Director of Community Warehouse, the only nonprofit furniture bank in the region. She first worked as an intern at Community Warehouse in 2012, and was captivated by the tangible connecting at the heart of the furniture bank model. Six years later, she oversees a $750,000 fundraising budget, hand-writes lots of thank-you notes, and has been known to contribute to last-minute mattress hauling. Anna also plays volleyball at least twice a week and is a volunteer mentor through Family of Friends.
Jen Spafford has over eight years of excellence in human resources management with a strong education in business administration and proven success in improving employee satisfaction, morale, and loyalty as well as overall administration, coordination and evaluation of the human resource function as it aligns to the needs of the organization. Jen grew up in Portland, Oregon and graduated from David Douglas High School in 1992. She later went on to get her undergraduate degree in English with a minor in writing from Portland State University. After taking a break from her career to work as a stay-at-home mother to four awesome kids, she returned to Marylhurst University and earned her M.B.A. with a nonprofit focus and followed that up with the Senior Professional in Human Resources Management from the Human Resources Certification Instituteand the Society for Human Resources Management Senior Certified Professional. She has worked for First Unitarian Church of Portland, Campfire Columbia, Neighborhood House, and is very happy to come to work for Sisters of St. Mary of Oregon Ministries.*****
YNPN Portland is an all-volunteer organization. We charge a small fee to cover the cost of putting on events, but do not want the cost to be a barrier. If you need an exception to the fee, please contact us at info@ynpnportland.org. We will not issue refunds for cancellations and promise to put your fees toward future events. Thank you.
Taborspace is ADA accessible. There is a wheelchair access to the right of the stairs for the main level and to the left of the stairs for the lower level.
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While spring may not officially start for another week, help us kick it off early by joining us for our next happy hour!
Join us Wednesday, March 13th, to network and build relationships with folks in the Portland nonprofit sector. Never been to a YNPN Portland event before? Are you one of our regulars? All are welcome! This is a great way to see what we're about.
This event is no-host, but grab a drink from Paydirt or a snack from one of the other Zipper locations and join us in the common space.
This event is wheelchair accessible. For other accessibility needs, please contact us at info@ynpnportland.org.
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Are you eager to dive into 2019 by giving back to your community? Looking to combat the long winter days with a fun and active service opportunity?
Join YNPN Portland at Hands On Greater Portland's Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend of Service on Monday, January 21st, at 12:30pm. We will be teaming up with SOLVE to pick up litter off the streets near MLK Blvd., preventing trash from entering our waterways.
We will meet at Irving Park (707 NE Irving St.)at 12:30pm for registration--look for the YNPN Portland sign! Please wear weather-appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes, and bring a water bottle. All other supplies will be provided. This is a physically active event and will run until 4pm.
Looking for a more low-key service opportunity? Not available on Monday afternoon? Check out dozens of great opportunities available throughout the MLK Weekend of Service, at www.handsonportland.org.
We invite anyone interested in sharing their Weekend of Service experience--whether you were able to join us or not--to a casual, no-host networking happy hour after the clean up. Stay tuned for more details! No registration is necessary for this portion of the day -- feel free to drop in and say hello.
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December Social
Wednesday, December 05, 2018 at 06:00 PM · 45 rsvps
Hip Chicks Do Wine in Portland, OR
The end of the year is just around the corner.
Join YNPN Portland for a night to reflect, celebrate, and indulge!Wednesday, December 5th, 2018
6:00-8:00 PMNon-alcoholic drinks and snacks provided, no host bar.
Tickets are FREE but please RSVP so we can ensure plenty of treats for all attendees.
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Want to know more about nonprofit organizations and resources around Portland? Join us for the second in our series of nonprofit tours! On Tuesday, September 18th, we'll learn more about SMART - Start Making a Reader Today.
The tour will begin at 5:30 PM and attendees will network, see SMART's facilities, and learn more about opportunities to get involved. Light snacks and drinks provided.
Location: 101 SW Market St., Portland
SMART’s office is centrally located on the corner of SW 1st and Market Streets, situated on the ground level of the northwest corner of the intersection. There is parking available in the garage above the office, but the most cost-effective option is street parking in the surrounding area. The office is within walking distance of all Trimet Max lines, the many bus lines serving downtown Portland, and the Portland Streetcar. You can use Trimet’s trip planner online to find the most convenient transit route for you.
About SMART:
Leading research proves that shared book reading and the availability of books in the home are the strongest predictors of early literacy skills. With this at our core, SMART (Start Making A Reader Today)® launched in 1992 to empower Oregon children through reading support and access to books. We pair adult volunteers with PreK through third-grade students for shared reading time, helping them build reading skills and motivation, and discover a lifelong love of reading in a fun, culturally-affirming environment. Since our founding, SMART has served over 210,000 children with the help of over 130,000 volunteers, and has given away nearly 3 million books.
Spots are limited - RSVP today!
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Moving In and Out of Development
Thursday, August 02, 2018 at 05:30 PM · $10.00 USD · 18 rsvps
WVDO in Portland, OR
Trying to move into a career in nonprofit development? Or maybe you've been working in fundraising for a while, but are curious about other career options?
Join us Thursday, August 2nd, at 5:30 PM, at the WVDO offices for a paneled discussion on the transferable skills that you can bring into (or out of!) a career in nonprofit development.
Attendees will learn:
- How to translate and talk about their skills for different roles and across sectors
- How to build a vision of their impact on the community to guide their career choices
- Ongoing and upcoming trends in the nonprofit sector for skill development opportunities
We are thrilled to welcome the following speakers:
Rebecca Channer - Founder of UpCity Consulting and ProsperCity
Rebecca is the founder of UpCity Consulting, a nimble firm bent on helping NGO leaders shift from a posture of scarcity to possibility. In 2017, ProsperCity was born from Rebecca’s imagination in response to growing evidence that pay discrimination and disparity still exist in most workplaces. Rebecca also spent numerous years working overseas, including as a Peace Corps volunteer in rural Namibia, an experience that sparked as much perspective as it did internal conflict, and ultimately shaped her belief that making meaningful change in the world is dependent on our ability to talk less and listen more. Rebecca’s magical utility is her trusting relationships with leaders and changemakers all over the globe.Jackie Murphy - Program Officer at Collins Foundation
Jackie Murphy is the newest program officer at the Collins Foundation working to support prospective grantees, research nonprofit issues and organizations, and review proposals. She most recently served as the first full-time executive director of Airways Science for Kids, which focuses on connecting low-income youth and youth of color to education and careers in aviation, science, technology, engineering, and math. Prior to serving in that role, Jackie had over 20 years of experience working in culturally-specific and culturally-responsive non-profit organizations such as Self-Enhancement, Inc (SEI) in Portland, OR and Heritage University on the Yakama Indian Reservation located in Toppenish, WA. She holds a master’s in education and a bachelor's in sociology.The event will begin at 5:45 PM, with snacks and networking beginning at 5:30. Please note: the outside doors to the WVDO building lock at 6:00 PM.
Thank you to WVDO for generously hosting this event!
This event is wheelchair accessible. For other accessibility needs, please contact us using the information provided.
YNPN Portland is an all-volunteer organization. We charge a small fee to cover the cost of putting on events, but do not want the cost to be a barrier. If you need an exception to the fee, please contact us at info@ynpnportland.org.
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YNPN Portland Summer Social
Wednesday, July 18, 2018 at 06:00 PM · $5.00 USD · 50 rsvps
Lagunitas Community Room in Portland, OR
Join us on July 18th to network and build relationships with folks in the Portland nonprofit sector. Never been to a YNPN Portland event before? Are you one of our regulars? All are welcome! This is a great way to see what we're about.
Your $5 ticket includes one free beer token and PIZZA!
This event is wheelchair accessible. For other accessibility needs, please contact us at info@ynpnportland.org.
See you there and invite a friend!
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Nonprofit Tour - RMHC
Thursday, April 19, 2018 at 05:30 PM · 5 rsvps
Ronald McDonald House Charities in Portland, ORWant to know more about nonprofit organizations and resources around Portland? Join us for the first in our series of nonprofit tours! On Thursday, April 19th, we'll learn more about Ronald McDonald House Charities.
The tour will begin at 5:30 PM and attendees will get to see RMHC's facilities and learn more about opportunities to get involved. No-host social to follow at Ex Novo Brewing Co., just down the road.
RMHC is accessible by public transit, or parking is available near Legacy Hospital in Parking Structure #2.
About Ronald McDonald House Charities:
Every year, thousands of families travel to Portland and Bend to get the best medical care possible for their seriously ill or injured child. And for more than 30 years, Ronald McDonald Houses® have offered these families comfort, support, and a beautiful place to stay just moments away from their child’s bedside. Last year they welcomed 1,825 families for a total of 17,917 nights at their three Oregon Houses, hosting 2,861 children across the state. And since opening their doors, they have provided a “home away from home” for more than 35,000 families.
Spots are limited - RSVP today!
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Coffee With 9 Strangers: Skidmore Prize
Tuesday, March 20, 2018 at 08:00 AM · 9 rsvps
The Original Dinerant in Portland, OR
Coffee is on us!
Start your day with YNPN Portland, 9 strangers, and 2 of the winners of the Willamette Week Give!Guide Skidmore Prize. This is a free event that will bring together a small group for coffee, networking, and a chance to learn more about the opportunities and challenges around being a young founder & executive director.
Our two guests will be:
Janice Levenhagen-Seeley of ChickTech Portland:
Levenhagen-Seeley started ChickTech in Portland in 2012 to increase the number of women and girls pursuing technology-based careers and retain them by building a support network. The program, which includes high school workshops held in 26 cities, is built for girls who don’t think of themselves as technical but who have the aptitude to do well in tech. The participants enter the program through nominations by their high school teachers.
Tony Venzina of the 4th Dimension Recovery Center:
Tony Vezina identifies as a person in long-term recovery from alcohol and drugs and has been sober since July 20, 2012. He is the co-founder and current Executive Director of The 4th Dimension Recovery Center (4D), an innovative non-profit youth recovery center that serves over 500 young people each month with comprehensive recovery support services, including peer-mentoring, sober social events, recovery advocacy projects, mutual aid support meetings and much more. 4D is the first youth-led recovery community organization of it’s kind in the United States.
This event is limited to 10 participants - RSVP early!
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Managing Conflict Board/Committee
Thursday, September 14, 2017 at 05:30 PM · 9 rsvps
OHSU Collaborative Life Sciences Building (CLSB) in Portland, ORThere are 10 spots for board & committee members to attend this event at no charge. First come, first served. Others may attend by paying $10.
By signing up for a free spot, you're agreeing to sign up for a volunteer role either before, during, or after the event. Sign up link will come via email once you RSVP. Thanks for your help!
Please do not sign others up using this listing. Send them to the public event page (below).
See full details for the event here: http://www.ynpnportland.org/managing_conflict
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Strategies for Managing Conflict
Thursday, September 14, 2017 at 05:30 PM · $10.00 USD · 38 rsvps
OHSU Collaborative Life Sciences Building (CLSB) in Portland, OR
Successfully navigating conflict in the workplace is a persistent professional challenge. Having to confront a co-worker about a problem, deal with a boss’s emotions, or facilitate a group to make a decision are all situations that can produce uncomfortable feelings of conflict and discord. And yet, we can’t escape conflict and there are times when productive conflict can actually enrich our lives.
So what’s the secret sauce that makes some conflict situations feel productive and energizing while others feel draining and demoralizing? During this interactive workshop we’ll explore specific strategies for proactively managing conflict in order to produce the best possible outcomes, as well as highlight the value in approaching challenging situations with openness and curiosity.
YNPN Portland is excited to welcome back #ynpn16 workshop facilitator Signe Bishop for this event on Thursday, September 14th.
After completing this session, participants will be able to:
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Identify biological responses to conflict
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Recognize and explain their own default conflict approach
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List and describe the 5 conflict management strategies
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Apply the 5 strategies in personal and professional life
Doors will open at 5:30pm with networking & snacks, the workshop will run from 6:00pm-8:00pm.
Trainer: Signe Bishop, M.A. | email | LinkedIn
Sr. Learning & Development Specialist, Oregon Health & Science University
Signe graduated from the University of Illinois in 2004 with a degree in International Studies. Shortly thereafter, she moved to Oregon to fight poverty with AmeriCorps VISTA, coordinate volunteers for “I Have a Dream” Foundation-Oregon, engage national service members and college students in their communities with Oregon Campus Compact, and, most recently, train managers in leadership skills at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU). Signe is a foodie, loves the ocean, accidentally neglects her houseplants (but not her cats), and is a dedicated patron of the public library.
YNPN Portland charges a small fee to cover the costs associated with providing professional development events, but do not want the price to be an obstacle in attending. Please email info@ynpnportland.org to request an exception to the fee.
This event is wheelchair accessible. For other accessibility needs, please contact YNPN Portland at the email above.
YNPN Portland will not issue refunds in response to canceled RSVPs for this event, unless there is an error during registration. We promise to put your money toward the development of future programming. Thank you.
By registering for this event, you agree to the Code of Conduct.
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Summer Pizza Party
Thursday, August 24, 2017 at 06:00 PM · 39 rsvps
Willamette University MBA Portland Center in Portland, OR
Are you eager to meet new people, learn new skills, and make Portland a better place to live and work?
Over pizza, help brainstorm bold ideas for the next year and hear how you can get more involved with YNPN as a volunteer, supporting current and future nonprofit and community leaders through professional development training, networking events, service activities, and web-based platforms for connecting and sharing resources.
YNPN Portland is looking for people passionate about engaging the Portland community, developing their leadership skills, planning innovative programs, and who have a strong commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. Does this sound like you?
We value your smarts and dedication, come join us and bring your empty belly and thinking cap!
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Adulting - Give Yourself Some Credit YNPN Board/Volunteer
Wednesday, June 07, 2017 at 06:00 PM · 8 rsvps
WeWork Custom House in Portland, ORThis is the space to sign up as a board member or committee volunteer for the Building Credit event, which takes place June 7th from 5:30-8:30 PM (event run time 6-8). This page is unlisted. Please do not share the link with anyone else.
Upon signing up you will receive a link to sign up for a volunteer slot. The expectation is that all folks using a free spot contribute as a volunteer. Megan O'Leary is point of contact: meganaoleary@gmail.com
Full event listing: http://www.ynpnportland.org/credit
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Give Yourself Some Credit
Wednesday, June 07, 2017 at 06:00 PM · $10.00 USD · 25 rsvps
WeWork Custom House in Portland, OR
Event Sponsored By:
Finances are a touchy and often complicated subject for many young professionals. There are countless pitfalls as well as lessons that many have had to learn the hard way and in today’s economy, it would be rare not to use credit to pay for large purchases, such as car repairs or any type of emergency situation. Credit can be an overwhelming topic, but understanding credit is critical for managing one‘s finances responsibly, as credit can affect many aspects of your life. Join YNPN Portland on June 7th from 6:00pm-8:00pm in the first installment of our Adulting Series.
YNPN Portland is partnering with local nonprofit Financial Beginnings for this workshop. By the end of this session you will understand:
- What credit is, how it works, and why you need it.
- The different ways of establishing credit.
- Your responsibilities as a borrower.
- How to monitor credit using a credit report and credit score.
- Loans and credit cards and how to borrow responsibly.
This workshop will be a wonderful opportunity to build your confidence in your own finances.
Doors open at 6:00pm for registration and networking. Workshop begins at 6:30pm. Snacks and drinks will be provided.
YNPN Portland charges a small fee to cover the costs associated with providing professional development events, but do not want the price to be an obstacle in attending. Please email info@ynpnportland.org to request an exception to the fee.
This event is wheelchair accessible. For other accessibility needs, please contact YNPN at the email above.
YNPN Portland will not issue refunds in response to canceled RSVPs for this event, unless there is an error during registration. We promise to put your money toward the development of future programming. Thank you.
By registering for this event, you agree to the Code of Conduct.
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YNPN Board of Directors - Happy Hour Info Session
Thursday, May 25, 2017 at 05:30 PM · 10 rsvps
Base Camp Brewing Company in Portland, OR
This event is now sold out. Sign up for the waitlist to let us know you're interested in case a spot opens up.
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Join us for happy hour, networking, and a chance to learn more about YNPN Portland's Board application process. YNPN Portland board members Kathleen McCabe, Katie Frederick, and Patricia Cronin are looking forward to hearing your questions and ideas - and snacks are on us!
Hear what YNPN Portland has in store for this year, get your questions answered about our growing national network of 42 chapters and 50,000 members, and give your ideas about how to make YNPN Portland a vital resource in the local nonprofit sector. We want to hear from you about what's working and what's needed.
This event is limited to 8 participants, RSVP early! Feel free to drop in at the time that's most convenient for you and stay for however long you can between 5:30-7.
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Coffee Info Session - YNPN Board of Directors
Thursday, May 18, 2017 at 08:00 AM · 8 rsvps
Daily Cafe in Portland, OR
This event is now sold out. Sign up for the waitlist to let us know you're interested in case a spot opens up.
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Start your day with YNPN Portland for coffee, networking, and a chance to learn more about YNPN Portland's Board application process. YNPN Portland board members Katie Frederick and David Carroll are looking forward to hearing your questions and ideas - and coffee's on us!
Hear what YNPN Portland has in store for this year, get your questions answered about our growing national network of 42 chapters and 50,000 members, and give your ideas about how to make YNPN Portland a vital resource in the local nonprofit sector. We want to hear from you about what's working and what's needed.
This event is limited to 8 participants, RSVP early! Feel free to drop in at the time that's most convenient for you and stay for however long you can between 8-9.
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Spring Networking Social
Wednesday, April 26, 2017 at 05:30 PM · $5.00 USD · 28 rsvps
Beaverton Chamber of Commerce in Beaverton, OR
Get ready to head west for the 4th annual YNPN Portland and Washington County Nonprofit Network (WCNN) networking event! On April 26th, The Beaverton Area Chamber of Commerce will host young nonprofit professionals from the metro area for some snacks, drinks, and structured networking.
Whether you're a current member of YNPN/WCNN, or new to our events, we hope you'll join us! The location is just off the MAX Blue line and has plenty of free nearby parking. Register below for this chance to meet other developing professionals, extend your network into a neighboring county, and find new opportunities. You never know who you may meet!
Your $5 ticket includes hosted food and drinks (beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages)
PS - get out to the Wooden Shoe Tulip Fest this month!
YNPN Portland charges a small fee to cover the costs associated with providing professional development events, but do not want the price to be an obstacle in attending. Please email info@ynpnportland.org to request an exception to the fee.
This event is wheelchair accessible. For other accessibility needs, please contact YNPN at the email above.
YNPN Portland will not issue refunds in response to canceled RSVPs for this event, unless there is an error during registration. We promise to put your money toward the development of future programming. Thank you.
By registering for this event, you agree to the Code of Conduct.
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Nonprofit Advocacy 101
Tuesday, March 14, 2017 at 06:00 PM · $10.00 USD · 49 rsvps
Parsons Gallery, 2nd Floor of PSU Urban Center in Portland, OR
The new administration appears poised to affect the nonprofit sector in big ways. Changes to the funding landscape, employee benefits, and the well-being of vulnerable communities are on the table. Due to uncertainty around regulations for nonprofit advocacy, many organizations - and individuals - are underestimating their ability to respond.
Join YNPN Portland for a brush-up on the do's and don'ts of nonprofit advocacy on Tuesday, March 14th. In addition to exploring rules and regulations, join in community with others seeking to take action.
This event will be led by Dr. Billie Sandberg, the Director of Portland State University's Nonprofit Institute. Doors will open at 6:00PM and the program will begin at 6:30PM. Light refreshments provided.
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YNPN Portland charges a small fee to cover the costs associated with providing professional development events, but do not want the price to be an obstacle in attending. Please email Katie at info@ynpnportland.org to request an exception to the fee.
This event is wheelchair accessible. For other accessibility needs, please contact Katie at the email above.
YNPN Portland will not issue refunds in response to canceled RSVPs for this event, unless there is an error during registration. We promise to put your money toward the development of future programming. Thank you.
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March on Portland with YNPN
Saturday, January 21, 2017 at 11:30 AM · 20 rsvps
Pine Street Market & Tom McCall Waterfront Park in Portland, OR
If you are planning to participate on January 21st in the March on Portland, join YNPN. This event is a peaceful march and rally. We encourage you to join in a show of love and solidarity with all those facing oppression in these uncertain times. Any and all are welcome.
Meet up with others from YNPN Portland at the Pine Street Market starting at 11:30am. We'll walk over to the march location at 12:00pm. The march will begin at 1:15pm. Stay as long as you can.
We want anyone who wants to participate in this event to have a community to do it with.
Details and the organizers of this event have been changing, see FAQ here: http://bit.ly/faqwmwpdx
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Join YNPN Portland and The Urban League of Portland Young Professionals (ULPDXYP) in honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a day of service over MLK Day weekend! In partnership with Hands On Greater Portland, we’ll be volunteering with two great nonprofits on Saturday, January 14th.
The Rebuilding Center offers affordable used building and remodeling materials with the goal of promoting the use of salvaged and reclaimed materials to strengthen environmental, economic, and social fabric of local communities. Children’s Book Bank works to increase the chances for children to succeed as future readers, learners, and citizens by filling their homes and lives with quality books.
Volunteers will select from one of these two project sites to join us at on Saturday:
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[THIS SITE IS NOW FULL] Salvage materials for community building at The ReBuilding Center from 10:00am to 2:00pm
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[SERVICE AT THIS SITE CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER] Prepare books for kids as part of a “book harvest” at Children’s Book Bank from 9:30am to 12:30pm
Limited volunteer slots available, so please sign up soon! Upon sign-up, we'll email you with the details for your project, including the precise location. Volunteers should wear clothes they don’t mind getting dirty.
These projects are part of Hands On Greater Portland’s 2017 MLK Day Weekend of Service. Hands On Greater Portland is a program of United Way of the Columbia-Willamette.
If you have questions, please contact Maddelyn High at info@ynpnportland.org or Candace Johnson at community.outreach@ulpdxyp.org.
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Join YNPN Portland for the first ever whYPartner event!
whYPartner is a free networking social on Friday, December 2nd from 5-7pm featuring representatives from 5 of Portland's young professional groups in private, nonprofit and government sectors:
- Young Nonprofit Professionals Network (YNPN) Portland
- Urban League of Portland Young Professionals
- Emerging Professionals of Portland (EPOP)
- New Leaders Collective, City Club of Portland
- Portland Emerging Arts Leaders (PEAL)
This event is sponsored by Willamette University MBA and Vacasa, and there will be a no-host bar from our friends at Naked Winery -- it is sure to be a meaningful evening with the opportunity to connect with other young professionals in the area. Be sure to bring your business cards.
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Homeless in the Land of Plenty
Wednesday, November 16, 2016 at 06:00 PM · $10.00 USD · 43 rsvps
Milagro Theatre, El Zócalo Room in Portland, OR
This event is now sold out, but you can get on the waitlist. Additionally, there will be a limited number of tickets available at the door.
YNPN Portland is hosting this event on Wednesday, November 16, in partnership with the Oregon Humanities statewide Conversation Project, to deepen our empathy and understanding of homelessness, the lack of adequate housing, and explore how this impacts our daily work and our clients, program participants, co-workers, and neighbors.
Home is one of the most intimate places we can know. It’s a place that provides for and shapes our expression of security, identity, and even play. But an estimated 100 million people around the world lack shelter altogether, and as many as one billion lack adequate permanent housing.
In the US, families with children are the fastest-growing segment of the homeless population. In Portland, homelessness and lack of adequate housing are a constant subject of policy and community discussion. How does homelessness affect the lives of all people within a community? What does it mean for there to be masses of people who are not adequately housed?
Conversation Leader: Ryan Stroud is a storyteller and the founder and director of CommuniTalks, an applied storytelling project that leverages personal narrative to empower individual and social change. He holds an MS in conflict resolution and a BA in communication from Portland State University, and a Diploma with Honors in Mandarin Chinese from the Defense Language Institute. In 2013, he was awarded a Collaborative Governance Service Award from the National Policy Consensus Center for his facilitation work in the field of public policy.
Doors open at 6, program at 6:30. Light appetizers will be provided.
Through the Conversation Project, Oregon Humanities offers free programs that engage community members in thoughtful, challenging conversations about ideas critical to our daily lives and our state's future. More information about Oregon Humanities’ programs and publications, which include the Conversation Project, Think & Drink, Humanity in Perspective, Idea Lab, Public Program Grants, and Oregon Humanities magazine, can be found at oregonhumanities.org.
Oregon Humanities (921 SW Washington, Suite 150; Portland, OR 97205) connects Oregonians to ideas that change lives and transform communities. Oregon Humanities is an independent, nonprofit affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities and a partner of the Oregon Cultural Trust.
YNPN Portland charges a small fee to cover the costs associated with providing professional development events, but do not want the price to be an obstacle in attending. Please email Maddelyn at info@ynpnportland.org to request an exception to the fee.
YNPN Portland will not issue refunds in response to canceled RSVPs for this event, unless there is an error during registration. We promise to put your money toward the development of future programming. Thank you.
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Thrice As Nice: 3 Speakers, 1 Night
Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at 06:00 PM · $10.00 USD · 33 rsvps
Taborspace (Copeland Commons Room) in Portland, OR
Come for bite size professional development from three of the talented session leaders from the August Activate! Summit. Each encore presentation will be 30 minutes, including audience Q&A.
Did you attend the conference but missed some of the breakouts? Were you out of town that weekend and want a chance to see one of the stellar presentations? Here's your chance!
Doors open at 6:00PM and the program begins at 6:30PM. Snacks and appetizers will be provided.
RSVP Below!
Confirmed Speakers
Dynamics of Oppression: Want to start conversations about diversity, but aren't sure where to start? Hearing problematic things at work, but feeling like you don't have the tools to interrupt? Gain skills for interrupting oppressive behavior and begin the lifelong process of practicing allyship. Most importantly, learn how to empower yourself and others to achieve social justice superhero status!
Presenters:
Ariella Frishberg, Prevention Specialist, YWCA Clark County Sexual Assault Program
Michelle Polek, Domestic Violence Prevention Specialist, YWCA Clark County
Heather Redman, CASA Program Specialist, YWCA Clark County
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Identifying Purpose with the Personal Business Model Canvas: This workshop introduces the creative and interactive Business Model You exercise, which is a powerful, four-stage method to reveal the ways that individuals can adapt and refine their lives and careers to create the most satisfying work possibilities. Business Model You has been published in 17 languages and has helped tens of thousands of mid- career professionals reinvent how they work. The tools helps identify purpose and create a plan to pursue it.
Presenters:
Abby Chroman, Portland State University, Project Manager, Impact Entrepreneurs
Kate Rood, Beneficial State Foundation, Community Engagement Officer
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Fail Forward: Failing forward teaches us the experience not available in advice or books. Failure is inevitable. It will happen. To develop a perspective to fail forward, means you learn from your mistakes and don’t let it get the best of you.
Presenter:
Nathan Webster, CEO, NW & Associates
This event is wheelchair accessible. For other accessibility needs, please contact us at info@ynpnportland.org.
YNPN Portland charges a small fee to cover the costs associated with providing professional development events, but do not want the price to be an obstacle in attending. Please email Katie at info@ynpnportland.org to request an exception to the fee.
YNPN Portland will not issue refunds in response to canceled RSVPs for this event, unless there is an error during registration. We promise to put your money toward the development of future programming. Thank you.
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2016 Summer Soiree
Monday, August 22, 2016 at 05:30 PM · 62 rsvps
On Deck Sports Bar & Grill in Portland, OR
Join us on August 22nd to continue networking and building relationships with those you met at the YNPN Activate! Summit. Weren't able to attend the Activate! Summit? That's okay! Come and meet other nonprofit professionals at a casual, informal social.
Never been to a YNPN Portland event before? Are you one of our regulars? All are welcome! This is a great way to see what we're about - and it's completely FREE to attend.
Snacks while they last will be hosted by YNPN Portland, full menu also available for purchase. Drinks are on you, happy hour goes until 6pm, so get there early!
This event is wheelchair accessible. For other accessibility needs, please contact us at info@ynpnportland.org.
See you there and invite a friend!
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Online registration is now closed. You may register at the door on Friday, August 5th at the full conference rate of $150. If you can't attend in person, there is a virtual option for only $25.
Join hundreds of local and national nonprofit leaders on Friday, August 5th for the Activate! Summit. This one day gathering is part of the YNPN Annual Conference and Leaders Institute, and will feature movement leaders and nonprofit experts who will share their experiences and challenges creating change in their community.
The Activate! Summit will feature a keynote presentation from Vu Le of Rainier Valley Corps and Nonprofit with Balls discussing "What the Bleep is Social Good?" and a wide selection of sessions on the themes of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion; 21st Century Leadership; and Personal Meets Professional.
The Activate! Summit & YNPN Leaders Institute is hosted by YNPN National and the local YNPN Portland chapter. The Nonprofit Association of Oregon is proud to support the Activate! Summit in partnership with YNPN.
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Summer Networking: You'll Have a Blast
Tuesday, July 12, 2016 at 06:00 PM · 76 rsvps
Paydirt Bar in Portland, OR
Summer? A Cold Drink? Great Conversation? They go together perfectly on a nice summer evening.
Join us on July 12th to network with emerging nonprofit professionals and those passionate about the social sector. Enjoy casual conversation, a (no-host) drink, food from any of the amazing choices at The Zipper, and a chance to win a free ticket for you or a friend to the Activate! Summit, also known as the YNPN National Conference.
Never been to a YNPN Portland event before? Are you one of our regulars? All are welcome at our summer networking event! This is a great way to see what we're about—and it's completely FREE (except for your snacks & beverage).This event is wheelchair accessible. For other accessibility needs, please contact us at info@ynpnportland.org.
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Advancing Equity: Stories From the Field and Tools for Taking Action
Wednesday, June 01, 2016 at 06:00 PM · $10.00 USD · 101 rsvps
Billy J. Frank Conference Center, Ecotrust in Portland, OR
Nonprofits exist to address the deepest discrepancies in our society. However, social sector organizations are not immune from racism, sexism, and oppression. With advancing equity a recurring topic in the sector, you might be thinking about how to make change at your organization but aren't sure where to begin. Or, maybe you have been in this work for a while but are losing steam.
YNPN Portland invites you to join for its annual signature event on equity, diversity, and inclusion. Hear from local leaders on how they and some of Portland's most prominent social sector organizations have examined policies and practices through an equity lens, reflected on one's personal privilege, measured progress, and made change as a team.
Panelists:
Carly Brown, Community Engagement Officer - Oregon Community Foundation
Carly serves as the Community Engagement Officer for The Oregon Community Foundation (OCF). Among community foundations, OCF is a leader in volunteer participation, with 1,600 individuals participating across the state. Carly coordinates regional councils that help to identify and respond to community needs; she also engages and plans training for volunteers who review grants applications. She has been an enthusiastic member of the staff team on equity, diversity and inclusion issues since 2013.
Carly received an MPA from PSU and serves on Oregon Volunteers’ state committee for volunteerism. She has served on the board for the 200-member NW Oregon Volunteer Administrators Association. A Portland resident since 2001, Carly lives in the Foster-Powell neighborhood with her partner and two children.
Ann Curry-Stevens, Principal Investigator - Coalition of Communities of Color (Portland State University)
Ann Curry-Stevens has been the Principal Investigator in a research partnership with the Coalition of Communities of Color since 2008. This partnership led to the release of a report, “Communities of Color in Multnomah County: An Unsettling Profile” in 2010 that detailed deep racial disparities between Whites and communities of color across 28 institutions and systems. Following have been reports on six separate communities of color, again detailing the disparities – this time, focusing on each community. The depth and breadth of disparities has been alarming to White Portlanders though of little surprise for communities of color. This work has catalyzed awareness, support for reforms and real action. One significant endeavor following release of this report has been the creation of two organizational assessment tools: the “Tool for Organizational Self-Assessment Related to Racial Equity” (2013) and the “Protocol for Culturally Responsive Organizations” (2014), both of which Ann was involved with developing. She has since supported numerous organizations in implementing these assessments and is completing a research project on the impact of such assessments. Ann is on faculty with Portland State University’s School of Social Work where she leads the school’s teaching in community social work and advances anti-oppressive practice. She moved to Portland from Toronto, Canada in 2007 with her partner and daughter.
Drew Henrie-McWilliams, Chief Executive Officer - Morrison Child & Family Services
Drew Henrie-McWilliams oversees the administration of Morrison Child and Family Services including board and fund development, program oversight and evaluation, and organizational development. He supervises all division directors, along with designated senior clinical supervisors and managers. He serves as the primary liaison to all government, school, private funding and licensing bodies for all Morrison programs. Drew has extensive experience with outpatient and community-based services; and multiple degrees in education and social agencies counseling.
Crystal Jackson, Director of Human Resources - Meyer Memorial Trust
Personal inspiration pushes Crystal. As Crystal’s career aspirations evolved, her interests and drive to make a more measurable difference in the community motivated her to direct her human resources experiences to the nonprofit sector.
Before Meyer, Crystal worked at U.S. Bank for 23 years in varying human resources roles. The experience offered a vast breadth of human resources competencies, from talent management and succession planning to leadership development. Her volunteer work with Chess for Success and REAP Inc., has been most rewarding. Crystal joined the Meyer team May, 2014.
Moderator: Rekah Strong, Chief of Operations and Equity, United Way of the Columbia-Willamette
Doors open at 6:00 PM, program begins at 6:30 PM.
This event is wheelchair accessible. For other accessibility needs, please contact us at info@ynpnportland.org.
YNPN Portland charges a small fee to cover the costs associated with providing professional development events, but do not want the price to be an obstacle in attending. Please email Katie at info@ynpnportland.org to request an exception to the fee.
YNPN Portland will not issue refunds in response to canceled RSVPs for this event, unless there is an error during registration. We promise to put your money toward the development of future programming. Thank you.
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YNPN Portland at Career Pathways to Doing Good in Oregon
Monday, May 23, 2016 at 06:00 PM
Hatch Lab in Portland, OR
Are you searching for work to make a difference in the lives of others? Are you looking for a nonprofit job in Oregon? Do you have an idea for a social good or socially responsible company? Then please join us for this event co-produced by The Nonprofit Association of Oregon, Hatch Innovation, and Mac’s List.
Choose your own adventure: Learn from leading organizations the next steps you should take to start your own do-good adventure.
Come visit the YNPN Portland table at this event to hear about all the ways you can get involved over the next few months including:- Our June Signature Event
- YNPN Portland Board Recruitment
- Activate! Summit and YNPN National Conference
6:00-6:15 p.m. - Check-in and networking
6:15-6:45 p.m. - Presentation by NAO, Mac's List, and Hatch
6:45-7:15 p.m. - Audience questions
7:15-8:00 p.m. - NetworkingRegister today!
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May Coffee with 9 Strangers
Wednesday, May 18, 2016 at 08:00 AM · 5 rsvps
Tiny's Coffee North East in Portland, OR
Coffee is on us!
Start your day with YNPN Portland and 9 other young nonprofit strangers. This is a free event that will bring together a small group of members for coffee, networking and a chance to learn more about YNPN Portland's Advisory Board application process.
Hear what YNPN Portland has in store for this year, get your questions answered about our growing national network of 42 chapters and 50,000 members, and give your ideas about how to make our programming and events more relevant and awesome. We want to hear from you about what's working and what's needed.
Get together with other YNPN Portland members to network, share resources, and enjoy some tasty food. Remember to bring a few business cards!
This event is limited to 10 participants, RSVP early.
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Network With Your Neighbors
Thursday, April 07, 2016 at 06:00 PM · 68 rsvps
Executive Suites at the Beaverton Round in Beaverton, OR
Get ready to head west for the 3rd annual YNPN Portland and Washington County Nonprofit Network (WCNN) networking event! On April 7th, The City of Beaverton will host young nonprofit professionals from the Portland and Beaverton metro areas at The Executive Suites at the Beaverton Round. This event is free of charge and will include beer from Lagunitas Brewing Company, wine from Abbey Creek Vineyard, non-alcoholic beverages, and food from Reedville Cafe.
Whether you're a current member of YNPN/WCNN, or new to our events, we hope you'll join us! The Round is located just off the MAX Blue line and has plenty of free nearby parking. Register below for this chance to meet other developing professionals, extend your network into a neighboring county, and find new opportunities. You never know who you may meet!
Please note: This event is wheelchair accessible. For other accessibility needs, please contact us at info@ynpnportland.org.
Updates:
- We had invited Bertony Faustin of Abbey Creek Vineyard to speak at this event, but he is no longer able to attend.
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April Coffee with 9 Strangers
Tuesday, April 05, 2016 at 08:00 AM · 9 rsvps
Ford Food & Drink in Portland, OR
This event is sold out, but get on the waitlist in case a spot opens up!
Start your day with YNPN Portland and 9 other young nonprofit strangers. This is a free event that will bring together a small group of members for coffee, networking and a chance to give input on YNPN Portland's programming for 2016.
Hear what YNPN Portland has in store for this year, get your questions answered about our growing national network of 42 chapters and 50,000 members and give your ideas about how to make our programming and events more relevant and awesome. We want to hear from you about what's working and what's needed.
Get together with other YNPN Portland members to network, share resources, and enjoy some tasty food. Remember to bring a few business cards and your wallet, as this is a no-host event.
This event is limited to 10 participants, RSVP early.
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Coffee with 9 Strangers
Tuesday, March 01, 2016 at 08:00 AM · 9 rsvps
The Daily Cafe in Portland, ORThis event is sold out but let us know if you'd like to get on the waitlist.
Start your day with YNPN Portland and 9 other young nonprofit strangers. This is a free event that will bring together a small group of members for coffee, networking and a chance to give input on YNPN Portland's programming for 2016.
Hear what YNPN Portland has in store for this year, get your questions answered about our growing national network of 42 chapters and 50,000 members and give your ideas about how to make our programming and events more relevant and awesome. We want to hear from you about what's working and what's needed.
Get together with other YNPN Portland members to network, share resources, and enjoy some tasty food. Remember to bring a few business cards and your wallet, as this is a no-host event.
This event is limited to 10 participants, RSVP early.
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Falling in Self-Love
Wednesday, February 10, 2016 at 06:00 PM · $10.00 USD · 30 rsvps
Hatch Innovation Lab in Portland, OR
This event is sold out but if you would like to be added to the waitlist, let us know.
This Valentine's Day, learn to fall in love—with yourself! On February 10, 2016, join us at Hatch Innovation Lab to learn about everyday acts of self-care. YNPN Portland's own Board Vice Chair, Britt Stetson, will share strategies for avoiding burnout in the nonprofit sector and developing sustainable habits as young professionals. Doors open at 6:00 PM for pre-event networking, and the program will begin at 6:30 PM.
Sometimes people think of self-care as a big splurge, a weekend away, a big new exercise plan, an intense diet detox, or suddenly avoiding all responsibility. Instead of thinking of self-care as big steps outside one's normal life, attendees will learn how to know more about themselves, adjust their habits, and do small things on a regular basis to take better care of themselves. Ultimately, practicing self-care will enable young nonprofit professionals to fulfill obligations to the world that they are so altruistically committed to.
Speaker: Britt Stetson
Britt is a native Oregonian and a graduate of Oregon State University. She has seven years of experience in the nonprofit sector - during which time she's worn a variety of hats in fundraising, grant writing, project management and communications. Currently, she is the Grants and Contracts Manager at SOLVE, the YNPN Portland Vice-Chair, and an MBA candidate at Willamette University. Says Britt, "A few years ago, I realized very quickly that I was on the fast track to burnout, but even with that realization, didn't want to slow down all that much. So, instead, I've been a work in progress developing habits and routines of self-care that help me stay happier, healthier, and better able to live up to my responsibilities. It's a balancing act, and I've learned a lot and become very passionate about self-care in the process - and am excited to share any wisdom or inspiration with others to help them do the same."
Thanks to our friends at Koya Leadership Partners for hosting the event!
Please note: This event is wheelchair accessible. For other accessibility needs, please contact us at ynpnportland@gmail.com. Additionally, we charge a fee for events to cover costs, but we do not want that to be prohibitive in attending. Please contact us if you need support to attend the event.
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MLK Day of Service
Saturday, January 16, 2016 at 09:00 AM · 30 rsvps
Living Cully Plaza in Portland, OR
Join YNPN Portland in honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by volunteering over MLK weekend! We will be joining Hands On Greater Portland and United Way of the Columbia-Willamette to participate in the Living Cully Cleanup on Saturday, January 16th, from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM.
Volunteers will meet at the Living Cully Plaza and then split up into three projects: trash pick-up and painting at the plaza, building garden beds at Hacienda CDC's property, Vistas de Rosas, and community gardening at Hacienda CDC's nearby apartment complex. Volunteers should wear clothes they would not mind getting dirty. Please bring work gloves or a water bottle if you have them. For information on accessibility, please contact Hands On at brenden+dogood@handsonportland.org.
Living Cully is an innovative collaboration between four non-profit organizations in the Cully Neighborhood in NE Portland. Hacienda CDC is a Latino Community Development Corporation that strengthens families by providing affordable housing, homeownership support, economic advancement, and educational opportunities.
Precise location information will be provided in confirmation emails upon sign-up.
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December Member Social Hour
Tuesday, December 08, 2015 at 06:00 PM · 61 rsvps
The Oregon Public House in Portland, OR
Join YNPN Board, Committee, and new and returning members for an end of the year networking celebration! Relax, grab a (no-host) beer or cider at the The Oregon Public House, the World's First Non-Profit Pub, and get to know more about YNPN and each other.
Never been to a YNPN event before? Terrific. We are an all-volunteer organization that supports emerging social sector leaders through professional development training, networking events, service activities, and web-based platforms for connecting and sharing resources. This is a great event to see what we're about - and it's completely FREE (except for your beverage—think of it as a donation to one of your favorite non-profits). We've got appetizers covered. As always, we welcome anyone, regardless of age, background, or industry to our events, as long as you care about the nonprofit sector.
During the event, we have partnered with a local research team, the Science of People, who will be running an experiment on networking behavior. They will ask you to fill out a simple four question pre-survey in your confirmation email and five question post-survey when you exit the event. After they've had a chance to analyze the data, we can share the results with you! If you would like to opt out, no problem! Just let us know at the door. Thanks so much for helping us out - we’re looking forward to the experiment and can’t wait to see what they find!
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Get Lean: Applying the "Lean" Workplace Efficiency Model to Nonprofits
Thursday, October 15, 2015 at 06:00 PM
TaborSpace in Portland, OR
In the nonprofit sector, it's vitally important to do good work - well. Yet even in the most structured organizations, workplace processes can get messy and disorganized. This happens when people duplicate work, or develop workarounds to problems rather than overhauling systems. Ultimately, inefficient work leads to less focused employees and bad results.
Lean expert Matthew Horvat will discuss ways to maximize an organization’s ability to achieve its mission by focusing on effective project management. Learn strategies for adjusting your process, working better with your teammates, and adapting to changing circumstances – all to achieve better impact.
Light refreshments provided.
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As we move onto the next chapter, we want to celebrate our hard work with a great party. We've invited YNPN National Director Trish Tchume to share the mission and vision of our national network with Portland members. Trish is an inspirational and thoughtful leader - you won't want to miss this chance to meet her.
For the past year the YNPN Portland leadership team has participated in a national pilot to bring all YNPN chapters across the country (we are more than 40 strong, now!) together around a shared data systems and set of standards. It has been a great experience, and further confirmation that we are part of a powerful and important national movement. Through this process we built a new website and confirmed our plans to keep membership free.
There is no charge to attend this event, but in addition to the great food and drink at Crush Bar, we will sell raffle tickets to win great prize packages developed just for social sector leaders, including:
- Important books on nonprofit leadership for you to add to your library
- Informational interviews with important social sector leaders
The things that are happening right now are not only going to be addressed by executive directors. And they are not only going to be addressed by organizations. - Trish Tchume
Read more about Trish:
Influential Director Transformed a Training Ground for Young Leaders, Chronicle of Philanthropy (June, 2015)
Fast Forward: Five Pillars of Leadership Development with Trish Tchume [video]
Talking Good: Trish Tchume [profile & interview]
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Leveling Up: Positioning Yourself for Your Next Career Move
Wednesday, July 29, 2015 at 05:30 PM
United Way Building, Executive Room in Portland, ORYou landed that first job in your sector. You’ve worked hard and accomplished a lot. But, now what? Often times, and especially for today’s young professionals, the next steps aren’t as clear.
YNPN Portland seeks to answer that “what’s next” question with July’s “Leveling Up” professional development event. How does someone with a few years under their belt leverage their connections, skills and experience into their next great role?
Join us at the United Way Building for an evening of answers, ideas, and discussion with Jackie Hanselmann Sergi of Koya Leadership Partners, a national executive search firm dedicated to placing exceptionally talented leadership at nonprofit organizations. With a combination of a keynote address, live role play, and individualized Q&A, be prepared to leave with a better understanding of how to position yourself for success, and the next step in the career of your dreams.
Light refreshments provided.
YNPN Portland is an all-volunteer organization and event fees help us cover costs for space and food, but cost should not be a barrier to you attending this session. If it is, please email us at ynpnportland@gmail.com.
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Understanding Institutional Racism
Saturday, May 30, 2015 at 10:00 AM
Firth Unitarian Church of Portland in Portland, ORYNPN Portland invites our members and others in the social sector to Understanding Institutional Racism, a workshop exploring institutional racism and its impact on the organizations, clients, and causes we serve.
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Mentors and Manhattans
Tuesday, April 14, 2015 at 05:30 PM
Bootlegger's Whiskey Bar in Beaverton, ORJoin YNPN Portland, 501MentorMatch, and Vision Action Network at Bootleggers Whiskey Bar for a unique networking opportunity in Washington County.
501MentorMatch will bring some of its best mentors from the area. Learn more about the program and how you can get connected with leaders in the non-profit industry. Get to know everyone and improve your networking skills with our speed networking session from 6:30 to 7:15. Best of all, happy hour is extended to 8pm!
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Personal Branding 2.0
Thursday, February 26, 2015 at 05:30 PM
National College for Natural Medicine in Portland, ORTwitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram, Blogging– the opportunities to brand yourself in the digital realm are endless! Where do you even begin to engage and build a digital presence? How do you keep that brand image going?
Join YNPN Portland at the National College for Natural Medicine for “Personal Branding 2.0: You in the Digital World” and let us help you!
We’re excited to bring you two dynamic presentations from Amy Sample Ward and Ash Shepherd of NTEN, the Nonprofit Technology Network. Both Amy and Ash bring with them over 25 years of combined technology, social media and branding experience, and have presented all over the world about technology engagement and social action.
Join us for a light dinner, refreshments and networking beginning at 5:30pm. Dinner and refreshments are included with your ticket. The program will begin promptly at 6:15pm. Following the presentations, Amy and Ash will lead small-group discussions to dive deeper into questions about branding yourself and building an online presence.
Post-event, you’re invited to join YNPN’s own social media aficionado, Liza Dyer, for continued discussion and networking over drinks.
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YNPN Portland and Urban League of Portland Young Professionals are partnering again for a day of service and reflection honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Meet us on January 19 at Harper’s Playground (2525 N Dekum St ) in Arbor Lodge Park as we beautify this inclusive park for children of all abilities! Dress according to the weather and we’ll provide gloves and supplies.
Lunch will also be provided. Following service in the park, join Urban League and YNPN members at the Kenton Firehouse to warm up, socialize over lunch, and participate in a facilitated MLK Day reflection. The program will wrap up before 2:00pm.
We are asking all volunteers to bring new socks for children ages 10-12. We will be collecting and donating them to Alder Elementary’s 5th grade class. Joining us for the day (and for every pair of socks you donate that day) gets you entered to win one of two pairs of Blazer Tickets for the 1/19 Sacramento Kings game that evening.
Blazer Tickets will be raffled off at the end of the day! Winners must be present to collect their tickets.
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Student loans, credit cards, rent, holiday gifts – let’s face it, this time of year you’re broke, we’re broke, so let’s get together and share our ideas for enjoying Portland on the cheap. Join us at WineUp on Williams on December 9th armed with your best ideas for budget-friendly staycations, date nights, health & wellness, gourmet cooking, and travel. You will have a chance to share your ideas with the group – each solid idea will earn you a raffle ticket for one of four raffle prizes!
Light appetizers will be provided; we encourage you to support WineUp generously allowing us to use their private space and enjoy a drink or two (beer, wine and full bar) at a cash bar.
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Managing Up, Down, and Sideways
Wednesday, November 19, 2014 at 06:00 PM
PSU Urban Center, Parsons Gallery in Portland, OREven if you don’t have the word “manager” in your title, chances are good in a nonprofit job that you’re doing some management. Whether you’re involved in managing staff, volunteers, projects, board members, or all of the above, our November event will give you ideas and tips you can use right away. Join us November 19th at the Parsons Gallery at PSU’s Urban Center from 6 – 8pm and learn how to become a more effective manager in any position.
We’ll dig deeper into the different types of management with topic-specific breakout sessions. You’ll decide whether you want to focus on managing “Up”, “Down” or “Sideways”. Don’t worry if you’re interested in more than one: we’ll provide printed handouts so you can take home resources from all three sessions.
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Join fellow YNPN Portlanders as we return to The Green Dragon, this time in the private back barrel room, for a special Fall Networking event… with an extended Happy Hour until 7pm just for YNPN Portlanders! Chat with fellow nonprofiteers, enjoy some tasty brews from the taps, and make some productive connections before the madness of the holiday season begins. Furthermore, attendees will get a chance to meet the newest members of the YNPN Portland Board!
Don’t have business cards? No problem! We will have blank cards available for you to fill out and distribute to people in order to facilitate those next networking steps. So catch the #15, grab a friend along the way, and meet us there. Cheers!
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Join YNPN Portland at Boys & Girls Aid (018 SW Boundary Court) for the first Professional Development event of the fall season, “Lift Our Voices: Advocating for Strong Communities.”
The night will highlight a dynamic discussion about advocacy and community organizing in the nonprofit sector. The Affordable Care Act, food stamp funding, sit and lay laws, education reform efforts – these local and national policies have direct tangible impacts on the clients and communities we work with every day. And those of us in the nonprofit sector have a huge opportunity to incorporate advocacy work in our direct service to make lasting change! Jim White, Executive Director of the Nonprofit Association of Oregon, will be moderating a stellar panel of sector leaders – Panelist Bios HERE – to explore questions like: How can nonprofits engage in public policy conversations to improve the lives of their clients and community? What are some of the pitfalls/limitations of advocacy? What are effective strategies for building coalitions and getting heard? And more!
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Need a bit more green in your life? Join fellow YNPN Portlanders at Pilgrim Lutheran Church (4244 SE 91st Ave) for a day of service with Depave. This is a great opportunity to roll up your sleeves, meet like-minded rock stars and help transform a concrete area into a community green space. That’s right friends, together we’re going to depave a parking lot and put up some paradise! And yes, we know that our awesome YNPN Portlanders are likely not construction workers with extensive knowledge in asphalt removal, but don’t worry! Depave will provide all the tools, training, and entertainment necessary to get the job done… including a free lunch!
Following the event, YNPN Portland will be hosting a service after-party nearby, so stay tuned for more details! Spots are only available to the first 35 who register and registration closes on July 13th, so there is no time to waste!
YNPN Portland participants should plan to wear closed-toed shoes (an absolute Depave must!) and have sunscreen and a canteen of water on hand for the afternoon. All registered volunteers will receive an email confirmation prior to service day with any additional information that may be required.
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January may mark YNPN Portland’s official launch, but June commemorates the “birth” of YNPN Portland’s first Advisory Board… and yes, it’s been a year already! So come celebrate the start of the summer with cake, games and fun at Laurelhurst Park (SE Cesar E Chavez & Stark). Bring your party hats and/or pants, and of course those business cards, for some networking and good ol’ bocce ball. BYO picnic snacks and goodies and YNPN will provide the treats, including oh so yummy cheesecake from our friends at Food Lush, as well as some tasty beverages. Come mingle, eat, network and perhaps even break into a birthday dance! We’ll see you at the park!
Be sure to check out the Laurelhurst Picnic Area Map for directions and as always, check out our Facebook Event Page to join, invite your party-friendly friends, and spread the word.
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Join fellow YNPN Portlanders at The Jean Vollum Natural Capital Center and get a healthy dose of nonprofit motivation!
Speakers from across the sector will give dynamic and empowering snapshots of what excites them most about their work, what challenges them each day, and tidbits on all of those pressing issues that fire up their passion for change. Community Voices builds on our most successful event from 2013, with a fast-paced and engaging structure that puts even more leaders of our nonprofit community, as well as partners for change from outside the sector, into the spotlight!
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Join YNPN Portland and the Washington County Nonprofit Network for our first-ever Washington County Event! We’ll gather at The Round (12725 SW Millikan Way, Beaverton) on April 17th for an exciting, fast-paced evening of speed networking where our YNPN Portlanders and fellow WCNN do-gooders will share experiences, make new connections, and learn more about the important work being done in the nonprofit sector throughout the Portland-Metro area!
This event will focus on making quick and productive connections with colleagues doing work in similar fields, and will feature oh-so-tasty refreshments from Worthy Brewing and snacks. The Round is conveniently located on the MAX Blue and Red lines, making the trek out west simple and easy, and has plenty of parking if you’re traveling by car.
Register on Eventbrite an be sure to choose the area of impact that you would like to connect in and discuss. We look forward to seeing you in Beaverton for a fun and connection-filled night… Read, Set, Connect!
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Join YNPN Portland this March at Idealist (209 SW Oak Street, #600) to learn more about “Building Your Brand: How to Strengthen Your Resume & Interviewing Skills!” This is a great opportunity to learn something new, brush up on your self-marketing skills, and to meet some really awesome nonprofit colleagues! We’ll kick off the evening with information on the “oh so awesome” resources Idealist.org has to offer and tasty treats provided by Veggie Grill and then break out into two coaching tracks:
- Resume coaching (only 20 slots available) – we are bringing in top-notch nonprofit professionals who have an eye for killer resumes. You’ll get a full 30-minute resume coaching session, so bring 2 copies of your resume with you!
- Strengthening your interview skills (40 slots available) – Facilitated by our friends at Idealist.org, this session will focus on telling your story and nailing your next interview. You’ll get a chance to ask lots of questions, hear from experts in the field, and get some role playing action in.
Save some post-event time in the schedule, as there will be plenty of time to grab a pint after the tracks have concluded at Berbati Bar (19 SW 2nd Ave), who will be gracious extending their happy hour prices just for our awesome YNPN Portlanders, so be sure to join us!
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We are teaming up with the Urban League of Portland Young Professionals and the City Club of Portland this January for a great service project, “Lifting Communities As We Climb: A Day of Service Honoring Martin Luther King, Jr.” YNPN Portlanders will join fellow do-gooders at Highland Christian Center (7600 NE Glisan Street, Portland) to help create personal dental/hygiene care shoeboxes for Portland’s most vulnerable residents – underserved children and disconnected homeless youth. Volunteers will decorate and fill hundreds of shoeboxes with basic dental/hygiene/school supplies to ensure children and homeless youth are prepared to access a healthier life and promising future. Join us as we honor the spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in service to Alder Elementary and organizations serving homeless youth.
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Cheers to YNPN Portland
Wednesday, December 11, 2013 at 06:00 PM
Reverend Nat's Hard Cider in Portland, ORYNPN Portland has a lot to celebrate from 2013! But we’ve worked hard to get this far, as we’re sure all of you have, too. So join us for an evening at Reverend Nat’s (1813 NE 2nd Ave) to kick back and celebrate this crazy year of work, professional pursuits, personal growth, major accomplishments, and of course, YNPN Portland’s first year! We’re excited to share with you – our YNPN Portlanders – where we’ve been and where we’re going in the new year, all in the warmth of good company. This is the perfect time to introduce a few friends to our growing family and, of course, to enjoy some delicious cider!
Want to give a little something back this holiday season? In addition to purchasing a cider or two to help us offset costs, bring a brand new pair of socks (or 5!) along with you and YNPN Portland will proudly donate them to Transition Projects, Inc. This will serve as a kind thank you to a great organization for not only hosting our August event, but also for serving as an engaged and impacting nonprofit in our community. Socks will given as a gift of warmth to their clients who struggle with extreme poverty and homelessness. And of course, we will always graciously accept any cash donations to YNPN Portland towards support of our all-volunteer organization and the cost of our ongoing programming. Cheers to you and cheers to YNPN Portland!
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Networking can be great, but sometimes you want to move beyond that first level and really get to know what others think about issues in the sector. Join fellow YNPN Portlanders at TaborSpace (5441 SE Belmont Street, Portland) for “Nonprofit Table Topics” to discuss with likeminded folks and dive right into pertinent topics that affect our industry, such as diversity, intergenerational communication and more. Discussions will focus on 16 pertinent topics, with discussion directing questions, over the course of two discussion periods. YNPN Board & Committee members will act as facilitators for each table and light refreshments will be provided for your enjoyment. We look forward to seeing you there!
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Working for a nonprofit can be demanding, but that doesn’t mean that your work/life balance should be completely out of whack. Take an evening entirely for yourself and join us at Albina Community Bank (430 NW 10th Ave.) to get that balance back on track. YNPN Portland’s event, “Putting the ‘Life’ Back in the Work/Life Balance” will host speakers that provide tips on handling personal finances, improving time management, developing new professional skills outside of the workplace, and of course, de-stressing. Registration opens at 5:30pm, so as always, we encourage you to come by for some pre-event networking!
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Straight Up Networking
Wednesday, September 18, 2013 at 06:00 PM
The Oregon Public House in Portland, ORStraight up now tell me… are you really going to pass up YNPN Portland networking? Against the backdrop of the world’s first-ever nonprofit bar, Oregon Public House (700 NE Dekum Street), YNPN Portlanders can share professional pursuits, swap stories and continue to build their networks. Wondering how to strike up a conversation? Grab a topic from our Fishbowl to kick start great discussions and, as they say, talk amongst yourselves. Refreshments are not included, so come prepared to spend a few bucks for a totally charitable brew: “Have a Pint. Change the World.” Now that’s a slogan we can get behind!
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Join us for our August professional development event, “Nonprofit Boards: What to Know When You’re Looking to Join.” Transition Project Inc.’s Bud Clark Commons (655 NW Hoyt Street) will host this round-robin of table discussions to get you in the know: How do you approach a nonprofit in which you’re interested? What does a typical board commitment look like? How can I help to really make a difference for a great organization? YNPN Portlanders will have a chance to meet directly with an incredible group of nonprofit board leaders to ask specific questions, hear stories first-hand, and learn from those that are doing it right. Discussions will start at 6pm, but please feel free to come at 5:30 to enjoy light refreshments and of course, to network!
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YNPN Portland is excited to host “Networking 101″ on Thursday, June 13th. Whether you are brand new to the job search scene, employed but hoping to rise up in the ranks, or a seasoned networker looking to hone your skills, this networking-night-meets-helpful-tidbits will put you at the top of your networking game. Join us at The High Dive (1406 SE 12th Ave) and hear from networking guru, Ericka Carlson, on when to network, best practices, and what to do with all those business cards. Then put it all into action as you network with fellow young, nonprofit professionals. In addition to their own drink menu, The High Dive encourages folks to head over to surrounding food carts so plenty of tasty food options are available.
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YNPN Portland hosts its first professional development panel, “Getting to [Really] Know the Portland Nonprofit Sector.” Gather in the TaborSpace Community Dining Room to hear from leaders in the Portland area about what’s really going on in the nonprofit sector: recent trends, the state of the economy, how nonprofits relate to local policy, volunteerism, donor prospects, and personal perspective on the future generation of leaders. Panel starts at 6pm, but please feel free to come at 5:30 to network.
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Service with SOLVE
Saturday, April 20, 2013 at 12:00 PM
Vera Katz Eastside Esplanade in Portland, ORYNPN Portland is teaming up with SOLVE for Earth Day this year!
Wondering how you can get active this Earth Day while also meeting new nonprofit professionals and building those glorious networks of connections? Well we’ve got the perfect combination for you: join us as we clean up trash along The Vera Katz Eastbank Esplanade (between SE Water Ave & Clay St) to help keep our city beautiful. And afterwards, we’ll be gathering for some tasty – and well earned – Happy Hour food and drinks at Produce Row (204 SE Oak Street). But don’t delay… space is very limited!
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Networking at the Green Dragon
Wednesday, February 27, 2013 at 06:00 PM
The Green Dragon in Portland, ORJoin us on February 27th at The Green Dragon (928 SE 9th Avenue) for our first YNPN Portland Networking Event! Green Dragon has generously extended Happy Hour to 7pm for YNPN Portland attendees only, so there will be lots of great food and drinks available to enjoy. Get a chance to meet like-minded nonprofit professionals in our Portland-Metro area and expand that social network!
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Join us on January 16th at Crush Bar (1400 SE Morrison) for our official YNPN Portland Re-Launch Event! Enjoy a drink, a snack, as well as the opportunity to learn more about YNPN Portland and hear from Jim White, Executive Director of the Nonprofit Association of Oregon as he speaks about the next generation of nonprofit leadership in Portland.
