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
Susan G. Komen of Oregon & SW Washington Closes Doors
Portland, OR. The Susan G. Komen Oregon 7 SW Washington office will be closing its doors as of March 31st. Susan G. Komen national leadership announced in April 2020 that it would, "consolidate the entire affiliate network into One Komen to provide greater efficiency...
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....
Doernbecher Halts Online Bidding for Nike Freestyle Benefit After $2 Million Bid
Portland, OR. Nike and OHSU Doernbecher are putting their annual benefit auction on hold while they vet some bidders. The 17th annual event called Virtually Freestyle was online. At one point, a shoe collector's site reported the pair shown above was selling for more...
University of Portland is the Top Producer of Fulbright U.S. Students
Portland, OR. The University of Portland (UP) is the top producer of Fulbright U.S. Students in the nation among master’s level institutions, according to an annual study just released by the Chronicle of Higher Education. UP ranks first nationally in Fulbright U.S....
Phil and Penny Knight Rank 4th in Nation for Charitable Donations in 2020
Beaverton, OR. Nike co-founder Phil Knight and his wife Penny ranked 4th nationally in philanthropic giving for 2020. The couple donated $1.37 billion in charitable gifts, according to a new report from the Chronicle of Philanthropy. The Chronicle reports the Knights...
Free Geek Needs Computers for People Still Struggling to Get Online for School and Vital Services
Portland, OR. The nonprofit that takes donated computers, removes all personal information, and gives them to needy people is working in overdrive. Free Geek helped to deliver computers to students at William Walker Elementary School as seen above. The nonprofit...
Oregon Shakespeare Festival Announces Combined Digital and Live Season for 2021
Ashland, OR. The Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF) announced the Festival’s 2021 season; it's an array of programming with digital and live productions. The combination of multi-format programming is evidence of OSF’s continued commitment to presenting world-class...
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
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...
The Street Trust Hosts Virtual Benefit to Promote Active Lifestyles
Portland, OR. The Street Trust's annual fundraiser, Love In Motion, will look different this year from years past. The February 4th benefit will feature four local leaders sharing stories about what gets them moving. This event will be held virtually for the first...
NEWS
Susan G. Komen of Oregon & SW Washington Closes Doors
Portland, OR. The Susan G. Komen Oregon 7 SW Washington office will be closing its doors as of March 31st. Susan G. Komen national leadership announced in April 2020 that it would, "consolidate the entire affiliate network into One Komen to provide greater efficiency...
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....
Doernbecher Halts Online Bidding for Nike Freestyle Benefit After $2 Million Bid
Portland, OR. Nike and OHSU Doernbecher are putting their annual benefit auction on hold while they vet some bidders. The 17th annual event called Virtually Freestyle was online. At one point, a shoe collector's site reported the pair shown above was selling for more...
University of Portland is the Top Producer of Fulbright U.S. Students
Portland, OR. The University of Portland (UP) is the top producer of Fulbright U.S. Students in the nation among master’s level institutions, according to an annual study just released by the Chronicle of Higher Education. UP ranks first nationally in Fulbright U.S....
Phil and Penny Knight Rank 4th in Nation for Charitable Donations in 2020
Beaverton, OR. Nike co-founder Phil Knight and his wife Penny ranked 4th nationally in philanthropic giving for 2020. The couple donated $1.37 billion in charitable gifts, according to a new report from the Chronicle of Philanthropy. The Chronicle reports the Knights...
Free Geek Needs Computers for People Still Struggling to Get Online for School and Vital Services
Portland, OR. The nonprofit that takes donated computers, removes all personal information, and gives them to needy people is working in overdrive. Free Geek helped to deliver computers to students at William Walker Elementary School as seen above. The nonprofit...
Oregon Shakespeare Festival Announces Combined Digital and Live Season for 2021
Ashland, OR. The Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF) announced the Festival’s 2021 season; it's an array of programming with digital and live productions. The combination of multi-format programming is evidence of OSF’s continued commitment to presenting world-class...
Lake Oswego Art Council’s Gallery Reopens with New Photography Exhibition
Lake Oswego, OR. The Lake Oswego Art Council's public gallery is reopening to the public on February 23rd. There's a new exhibition features photographs from four photographers called "Visions of 4." The photo seen above is in the exhibit. It's called Cape Kiwanda by...
Finding the Funny in a Covid-Safe Valentine’s Day
A Lifestyle story. Portland, OR. Some singles put romance on hold to avoid Covid-19, but Isabel Klein just went on 52 dates—a date a week for a year. “I dated through the pandemic and did NOT get COVID! Take that Covid!” Klein exclaimed. “It was a simple screening...
‘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...
