Empowering our social service sector through education, networking and collaboration.

Working toward a more equitable and healthier future for our community.

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Our Purpose

  • Education

    We aim to educate area nonprofits about the rich tapestry of social service providers and government agencies offering resources in our community.

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  • Networking

    Nonprofits and government agencies who work in the same arenas don’t get enough chances to connect. By introducing community members we can all make a greater impact.

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  • Collaboration

    We say it again and again: we’re better together. By collaborating on comprehensive, one-stop-shop events, we can better support our community in need.

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Better together

At the CSN, we truly believe that we’re better together. We connect local nonprofits, government agencies, service providers and other community stakeholders to help our neighbors in need.

View fullsize Join us for a Back to School Night at Woodmere Elementary on Tuesday, August 20, from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. The event will be held in the parking lot at 7900 SE Duke St, Portland, OR 97206. This is a great opportunity to get ready for the new school yea
View fullsize We have three great events coming up that we couldn't possibly make happen without the help of amazing volunteers! Community partners provide valuable resources and information at these events, and they're a fantastic opportunity to support and conne
View fullsize We're excited to host the Back to School Fair at The Salvation Army on Saturday, August 17, from 11am to 2pm! Join us at 5325 N Williams Ave, Portland, OR 97217 for a day packed with helpful resources and fun activities to get ready for the school ye
View fullsize 🚀 Expand your horizons and unlock new partnerships at the CSN’s 4th Annual Nonprofit Connect! 🌟 If you're a social worker, peer mentor, navigator, case manager, teacher, nurse, nonprofit employee, or any similar role, this event is tailor-ma
View fullsize Do you have a few free hours Saturday, August 17, and want to make a difference in our community? Volunteer at our Back to School Community Resource Fair at @The Salvation Army Moore Street Corps & Community Center! We'll be distributing 1,000 (
View fullsize We've been a little quiet this summer, because we're getting all staffed up and ready for some fantastic events in Multnomah County this fall! Check out what we've got going on in August and September: Aug. 17: Back to School Fair at Salvation Army

Resource Fair Calendar