Formed in 1935, Hampton Affiliates is one of Oregon's largest privately held lumber manufacturers and wholesalers, as well as a major supporter of the arts in our region. A founding member of NW/BCA, Hampton Affiliates stepped up to become a Stellar Member in 2000, truly proving its commitment to the arts. In 1994, Hampton Affiliates sponsored a very special project called "Art the Cultural Bus." Creatively decorated inside and out by Henk, Jakob and Arnold Pander, this artistic Tri-Met gem can be seen driving through Portland promoting arts and culture.

Hampton Affiliates focuses on attracting and retaining creative people and encourages continuous improvement in performance. Their goal is to cultivate the maximum potential of each individual in the company. Their challenge is to "Find a Better Way Every Day", which encourages creative thinking in this highly competitive business.

Hampton Affiliates believes that "Arts and Culture are not a luxury. They are a necessity." (John Hampton, circa 2002)

The Hampton headquarters in Portland includes numerous paintings, sculptures and prints to surround its people with artistic expression and to encourage creativity in our everyday lives, including "Lumber Ship," created by Cracked Pots artist Michael Torrey from chunks of lumber considered low valued products by the lumber industry.

Hampton Affiliates gives generously to a host of organizations including Portland Opera, Portland Art Museum, Oregon Symphony, Oregon Historical Society, and World Forestry Center, among others. The company was honored at NW/BCA’s "Arts Breakfast of Champions" in 2002 for being the top donor to the arts among medium-size companies. In September 2003 John Hampton  was honored nationally with the Business Committee for the Arts "2003 Leadership Award" for his vision, leadership and commitment to the arts.

The Hampton family's commitment to the arts involves board service as well. John Hampton, who passed away in 2006, was a member of the Leadership Council of NW/BCA, was chairman of the Portland Opera Board and Oregon Community Foundation, and was a tireless fundraiser for organizations he believed in, including the Oregon Cultural Trust. Jamey Hampton is past chair of the Pacific Northwest College of Art and of the Northwest Academy, is on the board of Portland Opera, and is the co-founder and artistic director of BodyVox dance company. Cynthia Hampton is on the boards of the Oregon Symphony and PNCA and is a fine art photographer.