OEN's Entrepreneurs Foundation of the Northwest (EFNW) – Helping Northwest Entrepreneurs Give Back

Over 50 companies have joined forces with EFNW since its founding in 2001, and collectively have returned over $10 million to the Portland/SW Washington community in dollars raised, volunteer hours served, and goods and services delivered. 

Funding Future Philanthropy Now

Early-stage and emerging growth companies may not have the time or cash for community support, but believe in the value of corporate social responsibility and giving back to the communities in which they do business. 

Companies make a donation of equity to OEN's Entrepreneurs Foundation of the NW, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.  When the stock becomes liquid through IPO or acquisition, this equity is used to fund the company’s corporate foundation or is gifted directly to qualified charities on the company's behalf.  A portion of the equity proceeds remains with EFNW to support the program's philanthropic efforts in the community.   

For the first two years after the initial equity donation, EFNW will assist with developing a community involvement program that meets the company’s strategic goals and objectives.

• Community Support & Enhanced Branding: EFNW companies are recognized as leaders in Corporate Social Responsibility and Citizenship.   
• Strategic Advantages: EFNW community activities create leadership & team building opportunities that carry over to the workplace.  Employee teams become stronger and more focused on working together to achieve corporate goals. 
• Maximize Resources: EFNW participation enables companies to be good corporate citizens, build stronger employee teams, and create a culture of giving back without taking time and resources away from the company’s core mission. 

• OEN EFNW Member Companies
• OEN EFNW History