Lewis & Clark College manages an endowment fund that is based in Portland, Oregon. The college's endowment consists of individual funds established for a variety of purposes. Its endowment includes both donor-restricted endowment funds and funds designated by the board of trustees to function as endowments. The long-term financial objective for the endowment is to preserve and enhance the value of the principal in order to provide a stable stream of earnings in perpetuity supporting the college's spending needs. The business office is responsible for the endowment and other investments of the college.Lewis & Clark College Endowment's investment portfolio is valued at $240.34 million, with investments in domestic and international equities, private equity, fixed income, and cash.