Membership Highlight: Meyer Memorial Trust
Located on the first floor of Meyer Headquarters, the Center for Great Purposes is a 1,128 square foot welcoming space where grantee organizations can hold meetings, trainings, coalition gatherings and more — at no cost.
Organizations with an active Meyer grant may reserve the space and enjoy its many amenities from a built-in AV system and garden access, to a catering entrance and kitchen. The space accommodates up to 100 guests, depending on room configuration.
Access to this event space serves as an additional resource beyond grantmaking to support more connections and convenings across the nonprofit sector. To make long-lasting impact, we know that in-person interactions strengthen bonds and deepen understanding. Meyer is here to facilitate that. We want everyone who walks through these doors to feel like they belong here and know that we’re here to help them achieve their goals.
What is one interesting fact about your space?
Meyer’s presence in the Albina neighborhood is an intentional investment in a community with deep ties to Black Portlanders. Every aspect of the building’s design is meant to highlight the strengths and rich cultural history of this place.
We partnered with architects, contractors and subcontractors who identified as Black, Indigenous and people of color. Artwork by artists of color adorn the halls, native plants pepper the garden and sustainably sourced Oregon wood products are featured throughout our award-winning, LEED v4 Platinum building. It was important that Meyer HQ reflect our values visibly and create a space of joy and belonging for community members to connect, empower and grow with one another.
What are your favorite resources that you would recommend to others?
Meyer’s DEI Spectrum Tool: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1mAFE8Yxm-aZeimIwH87be_HD_9wJFowjWRpLhb9_biw/edit?usp=sharing
Center Name: Meyer Memorial Trust Headquarters
Center Member Type: Center in Operation
Location: Portland, OR
Center Website: https://mmt.org/
