Ladds 500 Forms Nonprofit to Manage Event
Dan Robinson announced Something Stupid, a nonprofit that will take over administration of Portland's decade-old Ladds 500 bicycle event.
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Across Portland, coverage here takes in charitable giving, nonprofit support and fundraising efforts. Reporting follows donations, benefit events and the ways organizations sustain their work.
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November 3, 2026
Donor Honored as Kidney Recipient Becomes DoctorHundreds gathered in Portland on Monday at Donate Life Northwest's annual Lifesavers Breakfast honoring organ donors and their families.
November 1, 2026
Crow Sculptures Auction to Aid Children's HospitalThirty hand-painted crows displayed around Portland for the animated film Wildwood will be auctioned to support OHSU Doernbecher Children's Hospital.
October 31, 2026
Portland Nonprofits Organize Support for Unsheltered ResidentsLocal organizations are providing essential services as public funding and shelter bed availability decrease this winter.
October 28, 2026
Cloud City Ice Cream Launches Crowdfunding CampaignThe popular Southeast Portland shop seeks $60,000 to recover from major equipment failure and store closure.
October 21, 2026
Doernbecher Freestyle Auction Raises $2.4 MillionSix young patient-designers collaborated with Nike to create custom footwear for the annual Portland fundraiser.
October 14, 2026
Ukandu Will Open New Portland Community CenterThe nonprofit will launch a 22,000-square-foot space in Lair Hill to support children with cancer.
October 5, 2026
Portland City Council Accepted $1.6 Million BequestThe city received a significant donation from the estate of Dr. Seymour Becker to support medical crisis units.
October 2, 2026
Avenue Foundation Has Awarded Local BIPOC GrantsThe Portland-based organization has provided over $90,000 to support entrepreneurs since launching in 2022.
October 2, 2026
BCG Universe Will Release New Film in October 2026The Portland nonprofit is set to debut its latest feature production, Redemption: Relapse, this coming October 2026.
October 1, 2026
Nonprofit Ukandu Opened The Loft in PortlandThe new facility provides year-round support and free activities for families navigating childhood cancer treatment.
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Reporting here centers on donation drives, corporate gifts, nonprofit support and benefit events. Coverage reaches across the city and the communities around it. Institutional support often follows seasonal cycles, peaking when year-end giving or major capital campaigns align with the city's economic rhythm. Changes to tax incentives and foundation spending levels are the two factors that most constrain the growth of this sector.