July 2024

Fire Rebuilding Lessons Live On in Rural Oregon

Lomakatsi Restoration Project works to bring more fire resilience to the landscape.

Even as first responders were fighting wildfires in the fall of 2020, Oregon foundations were figuring out how to help communities rebuild. The result was the $10.8 million Community Rebuilding Fund, a partnership of OCF, The Ford Family Foundation, Meyer Memorial Fund and the American Red Cross. That year's especially devastating fires are fading into memory but the impact lives on in rural Oregon. The lessons learned help make communities more resilient and help grantmakers like OCF and its generous donors to act faster after disasters. Read more here.

Giving Reflections

We invite you to ask these questions of a neighbor, friend or family member to spark a meaningful conversation:

Who was an important teacher or mentor in your life and how do you remember that person’s impact on you? 

What challenges have you faced that influence your giving priorities today?  

What lessons about giving have you learned that you would share with others?

Click here to learn about creating your own grant-making or scholarship fund either during your lifetime or as part of your estate.

OCF was proud to host a round table discussion recently with Project Turnkey participants and U.S. Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici (right). OCF Senior Program Officer for Economic Vitality and Housing Megan Loeb (center) managed state funding for a project that resulted in a 30% jump in shelter beds across Oregon. Read more here.

More News

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If you are a mission-driven person who wants to work with a group of individuals who are doing amazing work in the community, we strongly encourage you to apply to our current openings. OCF recognizes, rewards and supports our employees – understanding that each employee contributes directly to our mission through the richness of their diverse backgrounds and experiences. Come join our team and please help spread the word.

Administrative Assistant, Finance and Operations, Portland Office

The Administrative Assistant-Finance and Operations provides a wide range of complex and confidential administrative support that helps to ensure the efficient operation of the Accounting and Finance, Fund Services and Complex Gifts, and IT and Facilities branches of the Finance and Operations Department. Duties include administrative and logistical support, communications, database maintenance, and support of internal processes. Full position description here.

Equity Initiatives Manager, Portland Office

The Equity Initiatives Manager reports to the Chief Community Engagement and Equity Officer. (CCEEO). This position serves as a strategic thought partner to the CCEEO, assisting in the development and implementation of strategies that are grounded in the Foundation’s commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion across all Oregon communities. This role is highly collaborative and supports organizational leaders in developing strategies aligned with best practice that promote bridge building in their work as the organization continues efforts to embed EDI in all that we do. Full position description here. 

Finance and Governance Administrator, Portland Office

The Finance and Governance Administrator ("FGA”) collaborates closely with the Sr. Finance and Governance Administrator (“SFGA”) and interdepartmental teams to provide a customized and highly tailored menu of services to OCF’s portfolios of eight supporting organizations and over $100 million in split interest gifts. Full position description here.

Philanthropic Services Associate, Portland Office

The Philanthropic Services Associate supports administrative operations for the Philanthropic Services Department (PSD) teams and staff. The Associate is responsible for supporting both the day-to-day activities and broader strategic goals of the statewide team. Full position description here.

Public Relations Manager, Portland Office

The Public Relations Manager is responsible for developing and implementing OCF’s earned, new and social media strategy in a way that builds upon the organization’s strong reputation and brand through strategic communications and media-focused campaigns. Full position description here.  

OCF Offices 

OCF serves the state through five regional offices. Whether you want to donate, seek grants or volunteer, your needs are important to us. Our staff is skilled at collaboration and communication and will facilitate working with you.