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Momentum and Renewal at the 2025 SVP Global Summit
SVP Portland returned from the 2025 SVP Global Summit in Austin energized and inspired. The gathering spotlighted bold ideas, honest dialogue, and a growing commitment across the network to transform philanthropy and deepen impact through equity and collaboration.
Connection, Collaboration, and Community: Highlights from Our June Meet & Greet
SVP Portland Staff, Investor, and Community Partners gathered for an energizing Meet & Greet focused on deepening relationships and launching a bold new approach: investing in a cohort of Community Partners all at once. From inspiring presentations to meaningful connections, this event marked an important step toward shared impact.
La Plaza Esperanza: A Story of Shared Vision
SVP and Latino Network’s long-standing partnership has helped bring La Plaza Esperanza to life—a vibrant new hub for preschool and community programs rooted in culture, care, and equity.
Rob Aslett Joins Board of Directors
We are pleased to announce Rob Aslett has joined SVP Portland’s Board of Directors.
Ready to Grow: Building Stronger Preschools Together!
Learn about the exciting and impactful journey of SVP’s first Ready to Grow Cohort.
Welcoming Escuela Viva to the SVP Portland Family
We had a wonderful time gathering in community to learn more about SVP’s partnership with Escuela Viva.
Doug Wells Joins Board of Directors
We are pleased to announce that Doug Wells has joined SVP Portland’s Board of Directors!
Erin Stevanus Joins Board of Directors
We are delighted to announce that Erin Stevanus has joined SVP Portland’s Board of Directors!
IRCO's Preschool Expansion
We’re thrilled to share how our former Community Partner, the Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO), has leveraged the research and business planning we completed through our capacity building partnership, and is on track to exponentially grow its preschool program!
2024 SVP Superstar Awards
SVP Portland staff is delighted to share our fifth annual Superstar Awards!
Facing a Moment of Opportunity & Urgency
Thank you to everyone who attended our 2024 Partners’ Meeting and Happy Hour gathering! Executive Director, Lauren Johnson, and Board Chair, Bob Tate, shared an update on SVP’s community impact priorities as well as our business model evolution.
Launching SVP’s Ready to Grow Cohort!
SVP Portland is thrilled to announce the launch of our Ready to Grow Cohort, a transformative program designed to help preschool providers to scale their impact and create more seats for children in our community.
Meet Our New Finance & Operations Manager, Kristin Kanan!
We are thrilled to welcome Kristin Kanan as SVP Portland’s new Finance & Operations Manager!
New Community Partners to Engage with SVP!
To grow the scale of our impact, SVP Portland is accelerating community partnerships and expanding our portfolio!
CAIRO Honors SVP with Star Partner Award
SVP was honored with the Star Partner Award at CAIRO’s AfRegon Gala Celebration this month! This award was given to SVP for continued support in CAIRO’s growth and stability through invaluable resources, expertise, and connections.
Encore Fellow Spotlight: Scott Overson
Scott Overson has spent the past year as an Encore Fellow with Social Venture Partners Portland (SVP), focusing on updating SVP’s growth model to enhance community outcomes and strengthen the organization.
Preschool for All Facilities Fund Benefits CAIRO
One of our Community Partners, the Center for African Immigrants and Refugees Organization (CAIRO), stands as a testament to the positive changes that Multnomah County taxpayers are enabling through their support of Preschool for All.
Investor Partner Spotlight: Lea Ann Grannum
Meet Lea Ann Grannum! Lea Ann is one of our incredible Investor Partners. We connected with her recently to learn more about her work with SVP, her passions, and how she spends her days. We were inspired, and think you will be too!