About This Event
Tuesday, November 10, 2026
Sentinel Hotel | 614 SW 11th Ave. | Portland, OR 97205
2026 National Philanthropy Honorees:
Vollum Award Recipient | Priscilla Bernard Wieden
Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser | Wendy Bond
Outstanding Volunteer Group | Women of Good Samaritan at Good Samaritan Hospital
Outstanding Philanthropic Foundation | The Marie Lamfrom Charitable Foundation
Join us on November 10, as the AFP Oregon & SW Washington Chapter proudly celebrates National Philanthropy Day (NPD), honoring the outstanding individuals, organizations, and community partners who make transformative philanthropy possible in our region.
This year our chapter celebrates 40 years of NPD Awards—honoring four decades of generosity, community action, and the enduring power of giving.
Join hundreds of corporate and civic leaders, socially active philanthropists and fundraisers at this annual luncheon, as we celebrate the impact of philanthropy in our region. Special thank you to our Awards Luncheon Presenting Sponsor, Oregon State University Foundation.
NEW to the program this year is the NPD State of Philanthropy Forum – an opportunity for our fundraising community to participate in meaningful conversation about how philanthropy is evolving and the opportunities and challenges facing our sector today. This session is for the fundraising community including donors, volunteers, non-profit board members, foundations, fundraisers, and stakeholders. Through an interactive panel and keynote, you will gain actionable takeaways, deeper connections, and clear strategies to turn ideas into immediate action.
Event Program:
9:30 a.m. Arrival & Networking
10:00 - 11:30 a.m. State of Philanthropy Forum (Grand Ballroom)
Keynote:
Dr. Robin Beavers, Senior VP of Community & Social Impact for the Portland Timbers
Panelists:
Lani Faith, Chief Advancement Officer at Dougy Center
Tyler Hobbs, President, Marie Lamfrom Charitable Foundation
Trent Aldridge, Executive Director, Self Enhancement, Inc.
Gayle Meyer, CFO/Owner Meyer Pro, Inc.
12:00 p.m. Awards and Luncheon (Governor Ballroom)
Awards Host: Johnna Wells
Menu: Sautéed Chicken Breast or Roasted Acorn Squash
1:30 p.m. Adjourn
Special Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor: Oregon State University Foundation
For more information about the NPD State of Philanthropy Forum and awards; npdawardsafp.oregon@gmail.com
Interested in supporting the event? View our available sponsorship levels
About This Event
Tuesday, November 10, 2026
Sentinel Hotel | 614 SW 11th Ave. | Portland, OR 97205
2026 National Philanthropy Honorees:
Vollum Award Recipient | Priscilla Bernard Wieden
Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser | Wendy Bond
Outstanding Volunteer Group | Women of Good Samaritan at Good Samaritan Hospital
Outstanding Philanthropic Foundation | The Marie Lamfrom Charitable Foundation
Join us on November 10, as the AFP Oregon & SW Washington Chapter proudly celebrates National Philanthropy Day (NPD), honoring the outstanding individuals, organizations, and community partners who make transformative philanthropy possible in our region.
This year our chapter celebrates 40 years of NPD Awards—honoring four decades of generosity, community action, and the enduring power of giving.
Join hundreds of corporate and civic leaders, socially active philanthropists and fundraisers at this annual luncheon, as we celebrate the impact of philanthropy in our region. Special thank you to our Awards Luncheon Presenting Sponsor, Oregon State University Foundation.
NEW to the program this year is the NPD State of Philanthropy Forum – an opportunity for our fundraising community to participate in meaningful conversation about how philanthropy is evolving and the opportunities and challenges facing our sector today. This session is for the fundraising community including donors, volunteers, non-profit board members, foundations, fundraisers, and stakeholders. Through an interactive panel and keynote, you will gain actionable takeaways, deeper connections, and clear strategies to turn ideas into immediate action.
Event Program:
9:30 a.m. Arrival & Networking
10:00 - 11:30 a.m. State of Philanthropy Forum (Grand Ballroom)
Keynote:
Dr. Robin Beavers, Senior VP of Community & Social Impact for the Portland Timbers
Panelists:
Lani Faith, Chief Advancement Officer at Dougy Center
Tyler Hobbs, President, Marie Lamfrom Charitable Foundation
Trent Aldridge, Executive Director, Self Enhancement, Inc.
Gayle Meyer, CFO/Owner Meyer Pro, Inc.
12:00 p.m. Awards and Luncheon (Governor Ballroom)
Awards Host: Johnna Wells
Menu: Sautéed Chicken Breast or Roasted Acorn Squash
1:30 p.m. Adjourn
Special Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor: Oregon State University Foundation
For more information about the NPD State of Philanthropy Forum and awards; npdawardsafp.oregon@gmail.com
Interested in supporting the event? View our available sponsorship levels