Portlandia Club, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, was founded in 1987 by a group of dynamic women committed to creating a club that would afford its members the same opportunities provided by men’s clubs. These included opportunities for business connections, intellectual stimulation, community service and camaraderie.

Members are from diverse backgrounds. Many are self-employed; some are corporate professionals or leaders in the community, while others are looking for their next challenge or a place to volunteer.

Our members are supported in business, career and professional development in three essential ways:

1. Business and Professional Development:
   • Monthly Luncheon: Portlandia holds a popular monthly luncheon the first Thursday of every month at the Portland City Grill.   This is a wonderful opportunity for members and guests to network in a casual setting before enjoying featured speakers, special mentorship presentations or our popular Networking Derbies.

     Luncheon Prices:  Member lunches will be $25.00 and guest lunches will be $30.00.
     Monthly Luncheon Policy Changes

   • New Member Receptions: An annual evening networking event, usually held in a member's home, give us a chance to introduce new members to the organization, make new friends and connect with one another.
   • After Hours events:  Bi-monthly business networking events for members and guests.
   • Networking Derbies:  Held three times per year at our monthly luncheons, the Networking Derbies are a great way to connect with members and guests in a fast paced and fun setting.
2. Community Service:
   • Portlandia Club gives back to the community through our Better Together Mentoring Program. Members volunteer to be matched with women referred through local agencies. These women are either job seeking or need help with practical skills or they are employed but looking for help with a variety of life skills, such as goal settings and organization.
3. Social Events:
   • Throughout the year, the club organizes member only social events, such as a beach retreat, holiday party and a variety of bi-monthly members only social events.  A group that plays together stays together!