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Preschool for All: Progress, Challenges, and SVP’s Role
Polly Luttrell Polly Luttrell

Preschool for All: Progress, Challenges, and SVP’s Role

Preschool for All is growing fast - 70% more seats this year! But with expansion come tough choices around funding and access. SVP Portland continues to champion data-driven, community-centered solutions to strengthen the program for all families.

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A Lasting Legacy: NAYA's New Preschool and Our Shared Journey
Polly Luttrell Polly Luttrell

A Lasting Legacy: NAYA's New Preschool and Our Shared Journey

NAYA recently celebrated the grand opening of a new affordable housing complex with an integrated preschool. Read more to find out why this project is a powerful testament to our long-term partnership and the rewarding journey of our Investor Partners.

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Standing Strong for Preschool for All
Polly Luttrell Polly Luttrell

Standing Strong for Preschool for All

SVP Portland recently joined a rapid response to protect this critical community initiative. Read more about how we showed up, what’s next, and ways to stay involved..

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Momentum and Renewal at the 2025 SVP Global Summit
Polly Luttrell Polly Luttrell

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.

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Connection, Collaboration, and Community: Highlights from Our June Meet & Greet
Polly Luttrell Polly Luttrell

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.

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La Plaza Esperanza: A Story of Shared Vision
Polly Luttrell Polly Luttrell

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.

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IRCO's Preschool Expansion
Marika McClenahan Marika McClenahan

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!

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Facing a Moment of Opportunity & Urgency
Marika McClenahan Marika McClenahan

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.

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