The Standard Volunteer Expo Helps People Give Back in a Big Way

The public is welcome to connect with local nonprofits on Sept. 4 at Pioneer Courthouse Square to learn about a variety of volunteer opportunities.

PORTLAND, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Standard is once again hosting the Volunteer Expo at Pioneer Courthouse Square in downtown Portland on Thursday, Sept. 4, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Now in its 17th year, the event features representatives from 120 local nonprofits who help connect people in the community with volunteer opportunities to benefit the causes they care about.

“We are excited to be back at Pioneer Square this year with all these incredible organizations,” said Dan McMillan, president and chief executive officer at The Standard. "We take pride in helping connect Oregonians with volunteer opportunities at nonprofits that strengthen our communities. Please join us in downtown Portland on Sept. 4 to learn more about all the exciting ways you can get involved."

Participating organizations represent health, human services, education, arts, culture, humanities, the environment, animal welfare and more.

For almost two decades, The Standard Volunteer Expo — the largest of its kind in Oregon — has given volunteers the opportunity to discover ways they can make a positive difference in our communities. This free event kicks off Employee Giving Celebration month at The Standard, which recognizes and celebrates the generosity of employees who donate to their favorite nonprofit organizations through the company’s year-round giving program. Last year, employees raised nearly $6 million (after the company double match) to support 2,739 nonprofits and schools.

About The Standard

Established in 1906, The Standard is a family of companies dedicated to helping customers achieve financial well-being and peace of mind. We are a leading provider of financial protection products and services for employers and individuals. Our products include group and individual disability insurance, group life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, group dental and group vision insurance, absence management and paid family leave services, retirement plans products and services and annuities for employers and individuals. For more information about The Standard, visit standard.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.