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DECEMBER 2022
A Time of Impact and Transition: 2022 in Review
By OCF President and CEO Lisa Mensah
As we approach the end of another busy year at OCF, let’s take a moment to reflect on all we have done together, as Oregonians, contributing to this very special place we call home. Our identity as Oregonians unites us in a shared vision of thriving communities, especially as we work with determination to innovate local solutions to some very thorny challenges. As a community of over four million people, Oregonians look after each other and lift up our neighbors by acknowledging our collective strength. Please join us in celebrating a few highlights from the year. Read more.
Video: Go Kids Grants Helping to Close the ‘Opportunity Gap’
A new round of grants supports 30 Oregon nonprofits directly helping kids in underserved communities. Go Kids grants now total over $2 million from 2019-2022. Watch KGW video.
Keep These Things in Mind When Considering Gifts of Your Assets
Market declines and inflation have made 2022 a more challenging year for many charitably-inclined individuals. Here are some tips when you are considering making a gift of assets beyond cash or stock. Read more.
Using Your IRA Required Minimum Distribution for OCF Funds for Specific Causes
Qualified charitable distributions (QCDs) from an IRA are a financially-savvy way to support causes you care about. If you have reached the age of 70 1/2, you may be eligible to make annual distributions directly to OCF pooled funds or other eligible fund types. Please note that the funds must be out of your IRA by Dec. 31 in order to qualify as a QCD for 2022. Learn more about QCDs or browse OCF pooled funds.
OCF Recognized as One of Oregon’s Most Admired Companies
The Portland Business Journal has put together their annual Oregon’s Most Admired Companies event (December 8) and special publication, as voted by over 270 CEOs across Oregon and SW Washington to identify the companies that are admired most. Oregon Community Foundation was awarded a Top 10 position. Honorees will also be featured in a special edition of the weekly Portland Business Journal available on December 9 and online. Read more.
More news
See the latest news updates in the OCF Press Room.
- Herald and News - Oregon Community Foundation’s ‘Go Kids’ Initiative Surpasses $2M in Funding for Oregon’s Underserved Children and Families
- Central Oregon Daily News: $45,000 Grant to Central Oregon Literacy Program for Latino Families
- Oregon ArtsWatch: Illuminating Time with Horatio Law and Alex Chiu
- OCF Invests in Thriving Entrepreneurs with $600,000 in Funding to Advance Economic Vitality in Oregon
- The Daily Barometer: A Key in the Corvallis Community: Casa Latinos Unidos
- Wallowa County Chieftan: Foundation head: Housing Crunch Calls for Collaboration
- Oregon Business: Lisa Mensah Brings Philanthropy Home
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.
PORTLAND
1221 SW YAMHILL ST.
SUITE 100
PORTLAND, OR 97205
(503) 227-6846
BEND
15 SW COLORADO AVE.
SUITE 220
BEND, OR 97702
(541) 382-1170
EUGENE
44 W BROADWAY
SUITE 426
EUGENE, OR 97401
(541) 431-7099
MEDFORD
818 W EIGHTH ST.
MEDFORD, OR 97501
(541) 773-8987
SALEM
530 CENTER STREET NE
SUITE 230
SALEM, OR 97301
(503) 779-1927
