COMING UP
Portland Japanese Garden Gears Up for Gala Under the Stars on Saturday, August 4th
Sponsored: Portland, OR. The iconic Portland Japanese Garden is planning a spectacular 55th Anniversary Gala! It's the first-ever outdoor dining experience in the Garden's beautiful new Cultural Village. Seating is limited so get your tickets now to be a part of this...
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TrackTown Youth League Gears up for Fifth Season
Portland, OR. The nonprofit TrackTown Youth League kicks off its fifth season this April. The TrackTown Youth League was created to encourage Oregon youth from all backgrounds and income levels to become healthy and active members of the community, and inspire youth...
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Help Needed to Build National Model for Tackling Homelessness and Mental Health
Sponsored: Portland, OR. Cascadia Behavioral Healthcare is building one of the nation's most innovative community centered campuses—a place where healing, homes and hope come together. Cascadia’s new Garlington Health Center at the corner of Northeast MLK and Morris...
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Portland Opera Presents 2018 Big Night Concert
Portland, OR. Portland Opera is pleased to present the company’s fifth annual Big Night concert on April 14, 2018 at 7:30 PM at the Keller Auditorium. Music Director George Manahan will lead soloists, orchestra, and chorus from the 2018 season in an evening of opera’s...
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Donors Honored at Oregon Food Bank Thank You Event
Portland, OR. The Board of Directors and staff of Oregon Food Bank honored dozens of generous supporters during a special event on May 3rd held at the new Portland offices for Tillamook County Creamery Association. Hosted by Tillamook President and CEO Patrick...
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JDRF Hope Gala Raises Over $500,000 to Fund Diabetes Research
Portland, Or. Over 425 guests attended the 23rd JDRF Hope Gala at the Sentinel Hotel on May 5th. The event was Chaired by Larry & Suzanne Mackin and raised over $500,000 to fund diabetes research. Each year at the Hope Gala, the JDRF Oregon/SW Washington Chapter...
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Inspire Luncheon Raises $150,000 for YWCA of Greater Portland
Portland, OR. The YWCA of Greater Portland entertained over 350 guests at its 26th Annual Inspire Luncheon on April 24th. The luncheon, presented by Fred Meyer raised over $150,000 to support the critical services the YWCA of Portland provides to members of our...
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De La Salle North Catholic HS Luncheon Raises $273,360 for Financial Aid
Portland, OR. The Changing Destinies Financial Aid Luncheon drew over 225 people to raise funds for financial aid for students at De La Salle North Catholic High School. The April 26th benefit raised $273,360. At the luncheon, longtime supporter Steve Spence had a...
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Junior League of Portland Hosts Inaugural Rose City Women’s Summit
Portland, OR. More than 300 attendees came to the Hilton Downtown Portland for the inaugural Rose City Women’s Summit on May 11th. The Junior League of Portland hosted the event, a fundraiser for it’s community development fund, The 1910 Campaign. Sarah Burns, JLP...
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PSU Celebrates Grand Opening of the Viking Pavilion at the Peter W. Stott Center With Record-Breaking Gala
Portland, OR. More than 600 guests joined Portland State University and Viking Athletics for the grand opening of the Viking Pavilion at the Peter W. Stott Center, a new all-purpose arena and events space in the heart of the Portland State campus. Julie & Peter Stott...
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ARCS Foundation Oregon Receives $1.5 Million Bequest From Jill Josselyn
Portland, OR. An ARCS member honored ARCS Foundation Oregon with a $1.5 million bequest to support its signature scholar awards program in perpetuity. This is the largest gift to date for the Oregon Chapter and significantly increases the Chapter’s ability to sustain...
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COMING UP
Portland Japanese Garden Gears Up for Gala Under the Stars on Saturday, August 4th
Sponsored: Portland, OR. The iconic Portland Japanese Garden is planning a spectacular 55th Anniversary Gala! It's the first-ever outdoor dining experience in the Garden's beautiful new Cultural Village. Seating is limited so get your tickets now to be a part of this...
read more
TrackTown Youth League Gears up for Fifth Season
Portland, OR. The nonprofit TrackTown Youth League kicks off its fifth season this April. The TrackTown Youth League was created to encourage Oregon youth from all backgrounds and income levels to become healthy and active members of the community, and inspire youth...
read more
Help Needed to Build National Model for Tackling Homelessness and Mental Health
Sponsored: Portland, OR. Cascadia Behavioral Healthcare is building one of the nation's most innovative community centered campuses—a place where healing, homes and hope come together. Cascadia’s new Garlington Health Center at the corner of Northeast MLK and Morris...
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LIFESTYLE
“365 by Whole Foods Market” in Lake Oswego Draws Shoppers
Lake Oswego, OR. It has been a year and a half since "365 by Whole Foods Market" opened in Lake Oswego and locals keep streaming in. The store, located at 11 S State Street, is a pared down version of a Whole Foods market with roughly a quarter of the inventory. It's...
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Oregon Film Office Celebrates 50th Anniversary
Portland, OR. Oregon Film turns 50 this year. The office was founded in 1968 by Governor Tom McCall as a way to meet the needs of the Hollywood crew filming Paint Your Wagon which was shooting in Baker County. Hundreds of projects have been filmed in Oregon over the...
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Oregon Public House Raises $161,000 for Local Nonprofits
Portland, OR. The country's first nonprofit brew house will be serving up some craft beer during the Super Bowl. Since 2013, Oregon Public House, at 700 NE Dekum St., has raised over $161,000 for local nonprofits by selling beer and pub food. When customers purchase...
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Donors Honored at Oregon Food Bank Thank You Event
Portland, OR. The Board of Directors and staff of Oregon Food Bank honored dozens of generous supporters during a special event on May 3rd held at the new Portland offices for Tillamook County Creamery Association. Hosted by Tillamook President and CEO Patrick...
read more
JDRF Hope Gala Raises Over $500,000 to Fund Diabetes Research
Portland, Or. Over 425 guests attended the 23rd JDRF Hope Gala at the Sentinel Hotel on May 5th. The event was Chaired by Larry & Suzanne Mackin and raised over $500,000 to fund diabetes research. Each year at the Hope Gala, the JDRF Oregon/SW Washington Chapter...
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Inspire Luncheon Raises $150,000 for YWCA of Greater Portland
Portland, OR. The YWCA of Greater Portland entertained over 350 guests at its 26th Annual Inspire Luncheon on April 24th. The luncheon, presented by Fred Meyer raised over $150,000 to support the critical services the YWCA of Portland provides to members of our...
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De La Salle North Catholic HS Luncheon Raises $273,360 for Financial Aid
Portland, OR. The Changing Destinies Financial Aid Luncheon drew over 225 people to raise funds for financial aid for students at De La Salle North Catholic High School. The April 26th benefit raised $273,360. At the luncheon, longtime supporter Steve Spence had a...
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Junior League of Portland Hosts Inaugural Rose City Women’s Summit
Portland, OR. More than 300 attendees came to the Hilton Downtown Portland for the inaugural Rose City Women’s Summit on May 11th. The Junior League of Portland hosted the event, a fundraiser for it’s community development fund, The 1910 Campaign. Sarah Burns, JLP...
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PSU Celebrates Grand Opening of the Viking Pavilion at the Peter W. Stott Center With Record-Breaking Gala
Portland, OR. More than 600 guests joined Portland State University and Viking Athletics for the grand opening of the Viking Pavilion at the Peter W. Stott Center, a new all-purpose arena and events space in the heart of the Portland State campus. Julie & Peter Stott...
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ARCS Foundation Oregon Receives $1.5 Million Bequest From Jill Josselyn
Portland, OR. An ARCS member honored ARCS Foundation Oregon with a $1.5 million bequest to support its signature scholar awards program in perpetuity. This is the largest gift to date for the Oregon Chapter and significantly increases the Chapter’s ability to sustain...
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Rose Festival Canine Grand Marshal is Diesel the English Mastiff
Portland, OR. The 2018 Portland Rose Festival Grand Marshal is Diesel, a 2 year old English Mastiff. The Canine Grand Marshal will ride in the Spirit Mountain Casino Grand Floral Parade on Saturday, June 9th. He was selected from 20 finalists at the Canine Coronation...
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Boys & Girls Clubs ‘Be Great Ball’ Raises Nearly $550,000
Portland, OR. Nearly 300 supporters came to the Portland Art Museum to join Boys & Girls Clubs of Portland Metro at the annual Be Great Ball on May 4th. Amber Barnes, Club Director, and Teya Shearer, the 2018 Youth of the Year volunteered at the event. The benefit...
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Bradley Angle’s GlamHer Gala Supports Survivors of Domestic Violence
Portland, OR. Guests at the Bradley Angle GlamHer benefit embraced the 1920's theme and brought the party to life at The Nines with an abundance of sequins, feathers, and bow ties. Staff members were happy to report they had raised $125,000 to support survivors of...
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