ComNetworkPDX Happy Hour | Fall 2026

This local gathering is an opportunity to connect and share insights with other people who are using communications to advance justice, belonging, and a more equitable world.

Our local group includes communications professionals at nonprofits and foundations, as well as local organizers, designers, and consultants. If you are communicating to advance a social cause, you belong here! So do your colleagues in comms, so feel free to bring a friend or share the invitation.

We ask that all participants respect the Communications Network No Solicitation Policy, described below.

This opportunity for networking and learning is hosted by a volunteer committee representing the local Portland chapter of the Communications Network.

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No Solicitation Policy

We ask everyone to observe The Communications Network’s No Solicitation Policy during all ComNetPDX gatherings. It’s a pretty simple list of DOs and DON’Ts, and by observing these rules you’ll be contributing to a comfortable community for everyone participating in our events.

Consultant and Vendor DOs

Do introduce yourself and your organization to people you meet.

Consultant and Vendor DON’Ts

Don’t share and link to marketing materials.

Don’t ask for business.

Nonprofit DOs

Do tell grantmakers about your organization’s work.

Do follow up on leads after, as appropriate.

Nonprofit DON’Ts

Don’t share requests for proposals.

Don’t ask on the spot if they want to fund your organization.

Don’t send everyone you meet a request for funding.

Foundation DOs

Do invite nonprofits to follow up with you, if appropriate.

Do say, “Sorry, this isn’t the place,” if you’re faced with a request for funding.

Foundation DON’Ts

Don’t accept proposals on the spot.

Don’t mistake enthusiasm from nonprofit leaders about their programs for a request for funding.

For Everyone

Do respect the spirit of the No Solicitation rule beyond the obvious DOs and DON’Ts mentioned above.