April Business District Training – Fundraising 101: Building and Leveraging a Donor Base

Topic: Fundraising 101: Building and Leveraging a Donor Base

Build a fundraising foundation that fits your district’s reality. This workshop will help your organization identify and grow a community of supporters, craft a clear value story that motivates giving, and build a simple fundraising plan that leverages the right balance of events, partnerships, and individual support.

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 | 4:30 – 6:00 PM

This session will now be held via Zoom

There is no cost to participate, but registration is required.

This monthly workshop series is designed for business district staff, board members, volunteers, and local business owners who play a key role in leading and sustaining district work. Join us each month, along with other district leaders, to learn key strategies to strengthen your district.

Prosper Portland is partnering with the Nonprofit Association of Oregon (NAO) to bring you a series of training opportunities. If you missed previous sessions, the recordings and slides are posted on the NAO website.

Individualized Support for Nonprofit Business Districts

Portland’s business districts can access additional resources to support the management of their nonprofit organizations.

Existing Portland business districts are eligible for a free one-year membership with the Nonprofit Association of Oregon (NAO). If you haven’t signed up yet, please reach out to us at DistrictSupport@ProsperPortland.us.

Does your business district need more individualized support? NAO’s Help Desk can connect you with their team of nonprofit experts, provide personalized resources, offer consulting referrals, and more. Please contact their Help Desk to get started.

Venture Portland’s 40th Anniversary Celebration and Annual Meeting

Venture Portland’s 40th Anniversary Celebration & Annual Meeting

Gigantic Brewing – Brewery & Taproom, Portland, OR

Monday, April 27 | 5:00–7:30 PM

Overview

Venture Portland is turning 40 — and to celebrate, they are hosting a special gathering with business district leaders from across the city! Join them for an evening of connection, reflection, and fun as they toast four decades of impact and accomplishments.

Enjoy delicious food and drinks, business networking, a special panel of guest speakers, and a look back at Venture Portland’s history. They will also welcome their 2026 Board of Directors during this milestone event.

Tickets

Tickets are $40 each and include dinner and a drink.

All Venture Portland member districts and their member businesses are welcome. If your district needs assistance covering ticket costs, please contact info@ventureportland.org.

Sponsorship Opportunities

If you are a business interested in sponsoring this event, contact Jacob at jacob@ventureportland.org.

We are committed to making this program accessible to everyone. If you need information or services in a language other than English, would like translated materials, or have questions, please reach out to us at: at DistrictSupport@ProsperPortland.us