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Exponent Philanthropy programs are designed specifically for funders with few or no staff and are led by skilled facilitators who understand your unique style of giving.
View Our ProgramsPortland Regional Gathering
Save the date for our Regional Gathering in Portland, OR! Join Exponent Philanthropy, Oregon Community Foundation, and Philanthropy Northwest for an in-person opportunity to connect, learn,... Learn More
Foundations on the Hill 2026
This is a Partner Event hosted by United Philanthropy Forum Foundations on the Hill 2026 arrives at a pivotal moment for the philanthropic sector. After a... Learn More
2026 FOTH Member Dinner
The cost to attend this event is $40 per person. Paul Daugherty, CEO of Exponent Philanthropy, warmly invites you to join Exponent’s senior leadership, board... Learn More
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