Epilogue Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Portland, Oregon. Our mission is to expand access to end-of-life (EOL) education and small guesthouse options that complement and strengthen the existing efforts of Oregon's EOL community.

Founded in 2022, Epilogue began with a vision of creating a small bed & breakfast where people in the final days or weeks of life—and their loved ones—could find comfort, dignity, and caregiving support during these transitions. While that vision remains at the heart of our work, we have taken a thoughtful, community-centered approach to determining how best to bring it to life.

As a grassroots nonprofit, we have spent time learning from and building relationships within Oregon's EOL care community. We quickly discovered that many dedicated organizations and individuals are already doing remarkable work. That realization reinforced an important principle: our role should not be defined in isolation, but in collaboration with those who share a commitment to improving EOL care.

To help guide this process, Epilogue Foundation recently launched a collaborative initiative with Ensō Consulting to map Oregon's EOL care ecosystem. This project seeks to illuminate the strengths, gaps, relationships, and opportunities across the community. The resulting insights will help shape Epilogue's future while also providing a resource that supports more informed, coordinated decision-making among organizations, professionals, and community members throughout Oregon.

We believe meaningful change begins with listening and understanding. By learning from the community before building new programs, we hope to contribute thoughtfully, strengthen existing efforts, and help create a more connected and compassionate end-of-life care landscape for all Oregonians.