COMING UP
‘Our House’ Plans Virtual Gala to Celebrate and Raise Needed Funds
Portland, OR. Poison Waters (on left, posing with Tracy Curtis) will take her enthusiasm online this year for the 'Our House' Virtual Gala. Organizers encourage supporters to step back in time and tune in for an MTV-esque online event set in the ‘80s. The free benefit...
Oregon Parks Forever Raises Funds to Replant One Million Trees Lost to Wildfires
Portland, OR. The 2020 Oregon wildfire season was one of the most destructive on record in the state of Oregon; more than one million acres of forestry burned taking homes as well. In response to the fires, Oregon Parks Forever set a goal of raising funds to plant one...
“Hope Reigns” is Theme for 2021 Portland Rose Festival
Portland, OR. Portland Rose Festival Foundation has elected Dave Todd (pictured with his grandson, Henry) as the new president for a two-year term. Todd is a retired Navy Captain (Reserve) and recently retired from a 33-year career as a university-level teacher. Todd...
Shop Local with the Arts Council of Lake Oswego Holiday Marketplace
Portland, OR. You could find your next Christmas gift at the Arts Council of Lake Oswego Holiday Marketplace. It showcases work from over 30 local artists including fine art, wood, ceramics, jewelry, handmade gifts, ornaments, textiles, confections, accessories, and...
NEWS
Children’s Course & First Tee Greater Portland See Silver Lining During Covid-19 Pandemic
Portland, OR. The Children's Course & First Tee - Greater Portland celebrated its 25th anniversary by holding a virtual Wine & Golf Ball auction. For two years now the annual auction had to be held online. Former KPTV news anchor Amy Troy was the emcee for the...
Volunteers Spring into Action During National Volunteer Month
Portland, OR. April is National Volunteer Month and it's an ideal time to renew and refresh a commitment to volunteering, especially virtual volunteering. Organizations like Hands-on Greater Portland of the United Way of the Willamette Valley have virtual...
National Pet Day Highlights Joys of Having Animal Friends
Portland, OR. This year, National Pet Day is on Sunday, April 11th, 2021. Whether you have a dog, cat, bird, fish, horse, rabbit, chicken, snake, hamster, or any other pet, you can celebrate the special day. National Pet Day was established in 2006 by animal welfare...
Marie Lamfrom Charitable Foundation on Track to Grant $9 Million in 2021
Portland, OR. The Marie Lamfrom Charitable Foundation is announcing a significant increase in funds that will be distributed to nonprofits throughout Oregon and Washington. The foundation, founded by Dave and Sally Bany in 1998, is named for Sally’s grandmother, Marie...
Virtual Benefit Featuring NPR Star Raises $533,000 to Support Cedar Sinai Park
Portland, OR. “Heart Is Where The Home Is" was the theme for a recent Cedar Sinai Park virtual benefit which raised over $533,000 to support local seniors. Ari Shapiro, one of the hosts of NPR’s All Things Considered, served as the benefit’s emcee on March 13th. The...
SOLVE Gears up for Earth Day and Oregon Spring Cleanup
Portland, OR. SOLVE volunteers are picking up trash in downtown Portland. The nonprofit is also gearing up for Earth day. The theme for Earth Day 2021 is Restore Our Earth, which focuses on natural processes, emerging green technologies, and innovative thinking. More...
Assistance League of Greater Portland Benefit Raises $68,000
Beaverton, OR. The Assistance League of Greater Portland held a "No Fooling Fundraiser" on March 31st. Assistance League Board Members Janice Cushman and Mary Johnson helped promote the event. With the cancellation of the nonprofit's annual in-person benefit for a...
COMING UP
‘Our House’ Plans Virtual Gala to Celebrate and Raise Needed Funds
Portland, OR. Poison Waters (on left, posing with Tracy Curtis) will take her enthusiasm online this year for the 'Our House' Virtual Gala. Organizers encourage supporters to step back in time and tune in for an MTV-esque online event set in the ‘80s. The free benefit...
Oregon Parks Forever Raises Funds to Replant One Million Trees Lost to Wildfires
Portland, OR. The 2020 Oregon wildfire season was one of the most destructive on record in the state of Oregon; more than one million acres of forestry burned taking homes as well. In response to the fires, Oregon Parks Forever set a goal of raising funds to plant one...
“Hope Reigns” is Theme for 2021 Portland Rose Festival
Portland, OR. Portland Rose Festival Foundation has elected Dave Todd (pictured with his grandson, Henry) as the new president for a two-year term. Todd is a retired Navy Captain (Reserve) and recently retired from a 33-year career as a university-level teacher. Todd...
LIFESTYLE
Brown Hope & Black Resilience Fund Provide Direct Mutual Aid To Portland BIPOC
Portland, OR. As mutual aid organizations all over Portland have arisen in response to the Black Lives Matter protests, nationwide police brutality, and the growing awareness of social justice activism, Brown Hope has taken strides in mutual aid efforts for Portland...
Portland Parks & Recreation Revives 2021 Summer Programming
Portland, OR. Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) will bring back programs including some Fitness in the Park classes as seen above. The city is restoring 2021 Summer programming and will be designing classes and events to meet public health regulations....
Elevate Oregon’s Mentorship Program Lifts Struggling Students During Pandemic
Portland, OR. During the Covid-19 pandemic, students can't gather around the table like they used to. But Elevate Oregon staff members are working with students remotely and continue to be available around the clock. This dedication is nothing new. Launched in 2010...
NEWS
Children’s Course & First Tee Greater Portland See Silver Lining During Covid-19 Pandemic
Portland, OR. The Children's Course & First Tee - Greater Portland celebrated its 25th anniversary by holding a virtual Wine & Golf Ball auction. For two years now the annual auction had to be held online. Former KPTV news anchor Amy Troy was the emcee for the...
Volunteers Spring into Action During National Volunteer Month
Portland, OR. April is National Volunteer Month and it's an ideal time to renew and refresh a commitment to volunteering, especially virtual volunteering. Organizations like Hands-on Greater Portland of the United Way of the Willamette Valley have virtual...
National Pet Day Highlights Joys of Having Animal Friends
Portland, OR. This year, National Pet Day is on Sunday, April 11th, 2021. Whether you have a dog, cat, bird, fish, horse, rabbit, chicken, snake, hamster, or any other pet, you can celebrate the special day. National Pet Day was established in 2006 by animal welfare...
Marie Lamfrom Charitable Foundation on Track to Grant $9 Million in 2021
Portland, OR. The Marie Lamfrom Charitable Foundation is announcing a significant increase in funds that will be distributed to nonprofits throughout Oregon and Washington. The foundation, founded by Dave and Sally Bany in 1998, is named for Sally’s grandmother, Marie...
Virtual Benefit Featuring NPR Star Raises $533,000 to Support Cedar Sinai Park
Portland, OR. “Heart Is Where The Home Is" was the theme for a recent Cedar Sinai Park virtual benefit which raised over $533,000 to support local seniors. Ari Shapiro, one of the hosts of NPR’s All Things Considered, served as the benefit’s emcee on March 13th. The...
SOLVE Gears up for Earth Day and Oregon Spring Cleanup
Portland, OR. SOLVE volunteers are picking up trash in downtown Portland. The nonprofit is also gearing up for Earth day. The theme for Earth Day 2021 is Restore Our Earth, which focuses on natural processes, emerging green technologies, and innovative thinking. More...
Assistance League of Greater Portland Benefit Raises $68,000
Beaverton, OR. The Assistance League of Greater Portland held a "No Fooling Fundraiser" on March 31st. Assistance League Board Members Janice Cushman and Mary Johnson helped promote the event. With the cancellation of the nonprofit's annual in-person benefit for a...
Top Chef TV Show Turns Up the Heat in Portland
A Lifestyle story: The television show, Top Chef is back with its 18th season and this year features Portland, Oregon. The episodes air on Thursday nights on Bravo. Contestants also visit some of Oregon's most famous locations, including the Hood River Fruit Loop and...
OES Community Raises Over $400,000 at Glamping Themed Virtual Auction
Portland, OR. More than $400,000 was raised during the Oregon Episcopal School (OES) online auction and livestream with multiple outdoor-themed adventures up for bidding. Auctioneer Johnna Wells introduced items up for bid during the glamping-themed virtual event. It...
Portland-Kaohsiung Sister City Association Cancels 2021 Rose Festival Dragon Boat Race Season
Portland, OR. The Portland-Kaohsiung Sister City Association (PKSCA) board has canceled the 2021 Rose Festival Dragon Boat Race season. Following the Covid-19 guidelines issued by Oregon Health Authority that large outdoor gathering activity is still not recommended...
