How accessible is Gather?

There are no steps between the entry and the patio. All bathrooms are gender free, and one is wheelchair accessible. The patio can be loud which can be difficult for those who are hard of hearing and may be overstimulating for ND individuals.Please let us know if you have an access need we can accommodate!

What can I expect at Gather?

Gather is an informal networking event without program or structure. As a values aligned community, we enjoy fellowship and connection with likeminded colleagues and would-be collaborators. The atmosphere is welcoming and collegial, generally folx are excited to meet new people and learn about new organizations, projects, and businesses.

Who will I meet at Gather?

Other mission-driven professionals with a shared passion for social justice. Staff, leaders, and board members from a wide variety of organizations including social services, healthcare, environmental justice, higher education, reproductive justice, housing, economic justice, DV/SA, recovery, and culturally specific.Professionals from across the tri-counties and SW WA.Consultants and firms serving nonprofits—communications, fundraising, finance, board development, marketing, events, auctioneers, photographers, and more. Sponsors!

Gather: a happy hour for social good

Name: Gather: a happy hour for social good
Start: 2027-11-09T17:00:00-0800
End: 2027-11-09T19:00:00-0800
Location: Rontoms

Tue, Nov 17, 5pm - 7pm PST

Rontoms

Portland OR, United States

Natalia Kay-O'Brien, Affinity Projects LLC

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Description

GATHER: a happy hour for social good, is a quarterly networking event for folks working in and adjacent to the nonprofit sector. This networking event is for mission-driven professionals looking to connect with like-minded folks. Whether you need moral support, a dose of inspiration, or are looking for collaborators, this is the event for you!

The goal of GATHER is to increase social and professional connectivity throughout the nonprofit sector and with allied professionals, so we can build effective movements for social change. This event provides an opportunity for professionals committed to social justice to meet peers with whom they can connect, build solidarity, and seed collaborations.

Meant for professionals across sectors—nonprofits, government, independent business owners, and B Corps—to make connections, for a stronger and more resilient community.

Gather is not your typical networking event. Professionals come together, exchange ideas, share challenges and successes, discover opportunities for collaboration, and build meaningful relationships.

Jennifer Dylan Development Manager, North Pole Studio
Everyone I met was so utterly delightful and interesting that I came back again and had a blast meeting folks. Looking forward to the next one!

Anneliese Davis Community Programs Director, Second Growth Counseling

FAQs

How accessible is Gather?
- There are no steps between the entry and the patio.
- All bathrooms are gender free, and one is wheelchair accessible.
- The patio can be loud which can be difficult for those who are hard of hearing and may be overstimulating for ND individuals.
- Please let us know if you have an access need we can accommodate!
What can I expect at Gather?

Gather is an informal networking event without program or structure. As a values aligned community, we enjoy fellowship and connection with likeminded colleagues and would-be collaborators.
The atmosphere is welcoming and collegial, generally folx are excited to meet new people and learn about new organizations, projects, and businesses.
Who will I meet at Gather?
- Other mission-driven professionals with a shared passion for social justice.
- Staff, leaders, and board members from a wide variety of organizations including social services, healthcare, environmental justice, higher education, reproductive justice, housing, economic justice, DV/SA, recovery, and culturally specific.
- Professionals from across the tri-counties and SW WA.
- Consultants and firms serving nonprofits—communications, fundraising, finance, board development, marketing, events, auctioneers, photographers, and more.
- Sponsors!