Susan Matlack Jones & Associates

Lardo has a new sandwich? That benefits Blanchet House?? We can't think of a more delicious combination.

Our friends at LardoPDX debuted a new sandwich for September with all proceeds going to Blanchet House. Thank you, Lardo!

Have a happy and safe Labor Day weekend!

Is your nonprofit’s financial infrastructure helping you lead with confidence? 💡

Join us at the Nonprofit Impact Conference for “Get Your Financial House in Order,” presented by Erin Zollenkopf, CEO of Susan Matlack Jones & Associates.

This breakout session takes a full-systems approach to nonprofit financial management, helping leaders look beyond the numbers and strengthen the people, tools, controls, and practices that support long-term sustainability. 📊

You’ll walk away ready to:

✅ Identify the people, roles, and relationships needed for sound financial oversight
✅ Assess whether your accounting software, technology tools, and AI are truly supporting your finance work
✅ Strengthen internal controls and make sure they are followed
✅ Connect your financial infrastructure to long-term organizational sustainability
✅ Leave with concrete action steps for the next 30 days

Perfect for executive directors and senior leaders who carry financial responsibility for their organizations. 👥

Conference details:
📅 October 26-27, 2026
📍 Holiday Inn Portland – Columbia Riverfront
🎟 Save 10% with bulk pricing. Bring your staff, board members, or volunteers!

Register today 🔗 nonprofitoregon.org/NIC2026

With school starting up again, there’s no better time to check out Reading Result’s after school partnerships and virtual tutoring!

Did you know the world’s biggest bowtie is as big as a Great White shark? This huge piece of neckwear was created in 2014 and measures 15 feet wide when tied and 7 feet tall.

MCCAC's Annual Housing Heroes Fundraiser is coming up in October!

MCCAC's Annual Housing Heroes Fundraiser is coming to Granada Theatre - The Dalles, Oregon this fall!

💌 Save the Date 💌

🌟Sunday, October 18
🌠 5-8pm
🦸‍♀️The Granada Theatre

Tickets will be on sale soon and are $50 each. Tickets include dinner, dessert, and a program featuring several short films.

There will also be a raffle with the chance to win an item, gift certificate, or experience donated by local businesses and individuals.

We hope you will join us!

Follow our page or reach out to [email protected] to be added to our mailing list for more updates on this year's Housing Heroes event, including how to purchase tickets.

We are grateful to local businesses who show their support by joining us as Housing Heroes Sponsors. This year's event sponsors include:

Pacific Source

Hampton Inn & Suites Hood River

Rivermark Community Credit Union

Meadow Outdoor Advertising

Dennis Morgan, Principal Broker with Copper West Real Estate

Anna C. Cavaleri P.C., with Jaques Sharp Attorneys at Law

There is still time to join as a sponsor or donate raffle prizes, so please reach out if you are interested. You can call us at 541-298-5131, email us at [email protected] or send us a message on Facebook or Instagram.

Our friends at PHAME are hiring! Check out their post to see if you or someone you know would be a good fit.

Our team is growing! PHAME is hiring for another new role. 🎉

We're looking for an Enrollment & Student Engagement Coordinator to help drive our registration cycle and connect students to PHAME's life-enriching programs. Come join a warm and collaborative team dedicated to creativity, accessibility, and belonging!

📍 Portland, OR
💲 $26/hour + employer-paid health benefits and excellent PTO
⏰ Approximately 32 hours per week
📅 Priority review by September 7, 2026

Learn more and apply:
https://jobs.macslist.org/job/q2fl3r/enrollment-student-engagement-coordinator/portland/or

Image description: At the top of this graphic, the words "PHAME is Hiring" appears over a photo of three people laughing in front of a colorful mural. A woman in a straw hat and blue t-shirt with an image of a cat smiles warmly at a man in a black and gold jacket covered in butterfly and sun motifs, who has his arm around another student with long braided pink hair. Below the photo, black text reads "Open Position: Enrollment & Student Engagement Coordinator."

There's no better way to bring in the school year than an event with the Portland Association of Teachers!

The 2026-2027 school year is quickly approaching! Be sure to join PAT for a Back-to-School community event on Saturday, Aug 29th from 10am-2pm. There will be a community tabling fair and fun activities for our students and families. Hope to see you there!