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Join Us for our

2025 Small Business Celebration

October 2, 2025 | 4:30-6:30pm

@ The Laurelhurst CluB | 3721 SE Ankeny St, Portland, OR 97214

Our 2025 Small Business Celebration is a fun and impactful gathering that brings together small business owners, community leaders, supporters, and partners to recognize the creativity, resilience, and growth of our clients. You’ll hear inspiring stories directly from small business owners, enjoy light snacks and beverages, and have plenty of time to connect and network in a warm, welcoming space.

Registration is Required

Attendance is free ($45 value). When reserving your ticket, we invite you to make a donation to help sustain and grow Livelihood NW’s programs for small business owners. Every contribution—large or small—makes a difference.

Thanks to our Presenting Sponsor JP Morgan Chase for their generous support!

 
 

Interested in sponsoring this event?  See below!

Livelihood NW’s 2025 Small Business Celebration

Call For Sponsors

Event Details

Event Date: October 2, 2025

Livelihood NW’s Small Business Celebration gathers and hosts a diverse range of small businesses stakeholders including current clients, alumni, community sponsors, government officials, and business support providers that make up the statewide ecosystem of support at this exciting event.

This event also marks one year since the launch of the Oregon Women’s Business Center at Livelihood NW.

Tier i: COMMUNITY CHAMPION

Greater than $1,000 (Or in-kind equivalent)

All Tier II, plus:

  • Opportunity to host an info table at the event

  • Digital promotion of your sponsorship on our website, annual impact report, and a featured sponsor social media post.

Become a Community Champion Sponsor

TIER II: Business Builder

$500 TO $1000 (Or in-kind equivalent)

  • Reserved Event Tickets

  • Logo placement on all event marketing material circulated prior and post event

  • Verbal recognition during event program

Become a Business Builder Sponsor

Benefits

EXPOSURE

Attendance will be capped at 150 registrants and we expect it will sell out. Through a variety of marketing channels and outreach to a diverse group of stakeholders before, during, and after the event, event sponsors receive strong exposure through their support to the program, reaching over 5,000 unique individuals.

Impact

We appreciate your consideration to take a part in this year’s celebration. All sponsorships and donations help Livelihood NW achieve our mission to foster business sustainability and growth for entrepreneurs to build thriving local communities. Livelihood NW provides high-quality business development support services to promote lifelong learning, empowerment, and positive economic impact.

CUSTOM PACKAGES & IN KIND DONATIONS

We welcome in-kind donations, in part or full, for catering, beverages, venue space, printing services, photography, videography, eco-friendly serving ware, sound or A/V, and more.

We welcome your ideas and creativity for customized sponsorship arrangements.

To arrange in-kind or custom sponsorship packages, please fill out the sponsorship interest form below.

Empower Lives with Your Support

Looking to make a long lasting impact supporting small businesses? Make a donation to Livelihood NW to support a small businesses in our community sustain, grow, and thrive.

a Year of Transformation

Starting at $2,500, you can provide a year of in-depth business support to one of our clients, helping them achieve their personal and business goals. Your generosity ensures they receive the tools, resources, and guidance they need to build the skills to sustain, grow, and thrive.

Sponsor A Client

Make a lasting difference—Sponsor a client today.

Financial Foundations for Success

With a contribution of $1,500, you can sponsor a year of dedicated bookkeeping support for a client, empowering them with the financial clarity, confidence and skills to understand and manage their business finances. Your support helps them build a strong foundation for growth and sustainability.

Sponsor A Client

Invest in their future—Sponsor bookkeeping support today.

Choose Your Impact

Whether it’s $10, $50, or $1,000, your donation will make a significant difference. Choose an amount that aligns with your budget and desired impact, knowing that every dollar helps us provide services that break down barriers and address the wealth gap for underserved populations, specifically low-to-moderate income individuals, BIPOC, women, and the LGBTQ+ community.

Make a Donation

Every contribution counts—Make your donation today.