The Association understands the value of giving back to the community through both charitable activities and support for educational programs. Proceeds from the Association's signature event - the annual Portland International Auto Show - benefit local charities such as the Boys and Girls Club of Portland. The association and member dealers have donated millions of dollars to Oregon nonprofit organizations, including:
- The Brian Grant Foundation
- KGW News Channel 8 Tsunami Relief Telethon
- Shriner's Hospital for Children
- Operation Outreach
- Citizens Crime Commission
- Doernbecher Children's Hospital
- Easter Seal Society of Oregon
- KATU-TV Flood Relief Fund
- Metropolitan Family Service
- Northwest Medical Teams/Gift of Hope
- Parry Center