COMING UP
5th Annual Portland Winter Light Festival Features Over 100 Artists
Portland, Or. The Portland Winter Light Festival (PDXWLF) presented by Portland General Electric featured over 100 artists in varied media such as video projection mapping, fire sculpture, and live performance. This was the fifth year for the festival and the theme...
PREVIEW: Northwest Film Center to Host 43rd Portland International Film Festival
Portland, OR. The Northwest Film Center will showcase and celebrate its 43rd international and regional storytelling through film. The 10-day festival will take place on March 6-15, 2020 at various locations. Some goals of the Portland International Film Festival...
Plans Set for New Oregon 2020 Lunar New Year Celebration
Portland, OR. Chinese Friendship Association of Portland (CFAP) is a non-profit organization, serving the local community. CFAP organizes multiple education and culture-focused events all year long, with their most popular event being the annual Lunar New Year (LNY)...
Local JDRF Poised to Celebrate “25 Years Strong” in Bold Ways
Portland, OR. "JDRF is the world’s largest nonprofit funder of type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. Our focus is on finding a cure; until we do, the advancements we’re making every day ease the burden of those living with the disease." That's the message the JDRF of...
Girl Scouts of Oregon Work to Educate Scouts about Women’s Rights
Portland, Or. The Girl Scouts of Oregon and SW Washington are working hard to help shape America's future leaders. Now leaders say they could use your help with their year-end giving campaign. They need funding for programs like the organization's upcoming annual...
Coming Up: William Temple House Selected as Christmas Ships Featured Charity
Portland, OR. Would you like to join the parade of giving this December? William Temple House was selected by the Christmas Ships organization as its 2019 charity and you can help the organization as well. At two Christmas Ship Meet & Greet events you can bring...
Oregon Humane Society Seeks Heroes to Honor
Portland, OR. The Oregon Humane Society (OHS) is now accepting nominations for animal heroes and heroic humans who have had a positive impact on the lives of animals. They will be honored at the OHS Heroes Luncheon on February 20th, 2020 in downtown Portland. Do you...
FALL PREVIEW: Diamonds & Denim Theme Will Sparkle at INCIGHT Gala
Portland, OR. The INCIGHT Gala is coming up on Saturday, October 5th at the Sentinel Hotel. Diamonds and Denim is the theme, so organizers encourage guests to feel comfortable wearing gala attire from both ends of the spectrum. They promise, "a night of luxury and...
FALL PREVIEW: RMHC’s Hearts & Hands Gala to Raise Much Needed Funds for Seriously Ill Children
Portland OR. RMHC supporters want you to join them for the Hearts & Hands Gala coming up on October 5th! It's the biggest benefit of the year for Ronald McDonald House Charities of Oregon & SW Washington. The event will be held at The Nines (at 525 SW...
FALL PREVIEW: Pacific Pug Rescue to Host “Pints for Pugs” Fundraiser
Portland, OR. Grab your pug and head to the Civic Taproom and Bottle Shop near Providence Park on Saturday, September 14th. The taproom will donate one dollar for every pint sold to the Pacific Pug Rescue. The fundraiser is for those 21 and over, and will support the...
NEWS
Philanthropist Arlene Schnitzer Remembered as Art Promoter & Social Justice Advocate
Portland, OR. Noted philanthropist Arlene Schnitzer died on Saturday, April 4th in her home. Her son Jordan reports she was suffering from some intestinal issues, she was 91. Arlene Schnitzer was responsible for a plethora of major philanthropic gifts, most recently a...
Oregon Film Launches #InspirationOregon Showcase to Support Local Filmmakers
Portland, OR. “Inspiration Oregon” is a (very) short film contest sponsored by Oregon Film to encourage local filmmakers to be creative during the COVID 19 odyssey. Check out an example on the Oregon Film Vimeo site. It's just about one minute long. If you'd like to...
Portland Opera Cancels Three Remaining Performances of 2019/2020 Season
Portland, OR. Portland Opera will cancel the remaining productions in its 2019/2020 season. The Opera’s executive team unanimously agreed that this course of action is the responsible way to contribute to solutions in slowing the spread of COVID-19 in the community...
Donors Support Charities Through AmazonSmile and Fred Meyer Community Rewards Program
Portland, OR. If you've been using Amazon's delivery service even more during the COVID-19 "stay at home" order, there's a way for you to simultaneously help your favorite charity. You can help your favorite nonprofit by taking the time to sign up for AmazonSmile. As...
Oregon Community Foundation Awards $3.3M Grants to 111 Nonprofits
Portland, OR. Oregon Community Foundation (OCF) has created the Oregon Community Recovery Fund and is rapidly deploying resources to community-based organizations at the front lines of the coronavirus outbreak. As of April 3rd OCF has awarded $3.3M in grant funding to...
Oregon Episcopal School Virtual Auction Raises Over $600,000
Portland, OR. For the first time, Oregon Episcopal School (OES) went virtual for its annual auction instead of the traditional in-person event. In the end, through the silent online auction, the live stream, and the paddle raise, the 2020 OES Auction raised over...
DoveLewis Veterinary Hospital Loans Ventilator to Hospital for Humans in Spokane, Washington
Portland, OR. With resources in demand at a level surpassing recent memory, medical professionals are looking beyond their usual network for support. DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Hospital has loaned a ventilator to a human hospital in Spokane,...
COMING UP
5th Annual Portland Winter Light Festival Features Over 100 Artists
Portland, Or. The Portland Winter Light Festival (PDXWLF) presented by Portland General Electric featured over 100 artists in varied media such as video projection mapping, fire sculpture, and live performance. This was the fifth year for the festival and the theme...
PREVIEW: Northwest Film Center to Host 43rd Portland International Film Festival
Portland, OR. The Northwest Film Center will showcase and celebrate its 43rd international and regional storytelling through film. The 10-day festival will take place on March 6-15, 2020 at various locations. Some goals of the Portland International Film Festival...
Plans Set for New Oregon 2020 Lunar New Year Celebration
Portland, OR. Chinese Friendship Association of Portland (CFAP) is a non-profit organization, serving the local community. CFAP organizes multiple education and culture-focused events all year long, with their most popular event being the annual Lunar New Year (LNY)...
Local JDRF Poised to Celebrate “25 Years Strong” in Bold Ways
Portland, OR. "JDRF is the world’s largest nonprofit funder of type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. Our focus is on finding a cure; until we do, the advancements we’re making every day ease the burden of those living with the disease." That's the message the JDRF of...
Girl Scouts of Oregon Work to Educate Scouts about Women’s Rights
Portland, Or. The Girl Scouts of Oregon and SW Washington are working hard to help shape America's future leaders. Now leaders say they could use your help with their year-end giving campaign. They need funding for programs like the organization's upcoming annual...
Coming Up: William Temple House Selected as Christmas Ships Featured Charity
Portland, OR. Would you like to join the parade of giving this December? William Temple House was selected by the Christmas Ships organization as its 2019 charity and you can help the organization as well. At two Christmas Ship Meet & Greet events you can bring...
Oregon Humane Society Seeks Heroes to Honor
Portland, OR. The Oregon Humane Society (OHS) is now accepting nominations for animal heroes and heroic humans who have had a positive impact on the lives of animals. They will be honored at the OHS Heroes Luncheon on February 20th, 2020 in downtown Portland. Do you...
FALL PREVIEW: Diamonds & Denim Theme Will Sparkle at INCIGHT Gala
Portland, OR. The INCIGHT Gala is coming up on Saturday, October 5th at the Sentinel Hotel. Diamonds and Denim is the theme, so organizers encourage guests to feel comfortable wearing gala attire from both ends of the spectrum. They promise, "a night of luxury and...
FALL PREVIEW: RMHC’s Hearts & Hands Gala to Raise Much Needed Funds for Seriously Ill Children
Portland OR. RMHC supporters want you to join them for the Hearts & Hands Gala coming up on October 5th! It's the biggest benefit of the year for Ronald McDonald House Charities of Oregon & SW Washington. The event will be held at The Nines (at 525 SW...
FALL PREVIEW: Pacific Pug Rescue to Host “Pints for Pugs” Fundraiser
Portland, OR. Grab your pug and head to the Civic Taproom and Bottle Shop near Providence Park on Saturday, September 14th. The taproom will donate one dollar for every pint sold to the Pacific Pug Rescue. The fundraiser is for those 21 and over, and will support the...
LIFESTYLE
Northwest Academy Students Perform Original Musical and Raise $295,000
Portland, OR. The Northwest Academy hosted Club Cabaret, "The Mad Hatter's Cocktail Party" at The Nines Hotel in downtown Portland. The event raised $295,000 for academic programs and student scholarships. Supporters at the February 29th benefit included Amy Hillman,...
Oregon Humane Society Honors Heroic Pets and People at Diamond Collar Awards
Portland, OR. The Oregon Humane Society (OHS) honored heroic people and pets at the annual Diamond Collar Awards luncheon. The luncheon took place on February 20th at the Multnomah Athletic Club. Pets and people were recognized for their compassion, dedication, and...
NEWS
Philanthropist Arlene Schnitzer Remembered as Art Promoter & Social Justice Advocate
Portland, OR. Noted philanthropist Arlene Schnitzer died on Saturday, April 4th in her home. Her son Jordan reports she was suffering from some intestinal issues, she was 91. Arlene Schnitzer was responsible for a plethora of major philanthropic gifts, most recently a...
Oregon Film Launches #InspirationOregon Showcase to Support Local Filmmakers
Portland, OR. “Inspiration Oregon” is a (very) short film contest sponsored by Oregon Film to encourage local filmmakers to be creative during the COVID 19 odyssey. Check out an example on the Oregon Film Vimeo site. It's just about one minute long. If you'd like to...
Portland Opera Cancels Three Remaining Performances of 2019/2020 Season
Portland, OR. Portland Opera will cancel the remaining productions in its 2019/2020 season. The Opera’s executive team unanimously agreed that this course of action is the responsible way to contribute to solutions in slowing the spread of COVID-19 in the community...
Donors Support Charities Through AmazonSmile and Fred Meyer Community Rewards Program
Portland, OR. If you've been using Amazon's delivery service even more during the COVID-19 "stay at home" order, there's a way for you to simultaneously help your favorite charity. You can help your favorite nonprofit by taking the time to sign up for AmazonSmile. As...
Oregon Community Foundation Awards $3.3M Grants to 111 Nonprofits
Portland, OR. Oregon Community Foundation (OCF) has created the Oregon Community Recovery Fund and is rapidly deploying resources to community-based organizations at the front lines of the coronavirus outbreak. As of April 3rd OCF has awarded $3.3M in grant funding to...
Oregon Episcopal School Virtual Auction Raises Over $600,000
Portland, OR. For the first time, Oregon Episcopal School (OES) went virtual for its annual auction instead of the traditional in-person event. In the end, through the silent online auction, the live stream, and the paddle raise, the 2020 OES Auction raised over...
DoveLewis Veterinary Hospital Loans Ventilator to Hospital for Humans in Spokane, Washington
Portland, OR. With resources in demand at a level surpassing recent memory, medical professionals are looking beyond their usual network for support. DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Hospital has loaned a ventilator to a human hospital in Spokane,...
Nike, Inc. and Company Leaders Will Donate Over $15 Million to Coronavirus Relief Efforts
Portland, OR. The Nike Family is coming out in support of COVID-19 relief efforts including funds for the Oregon Food Bank and Oregon Community Foundation. Nike, Inc. explained the donation in a statement: In light of the unprecedented COVID-19 outbreak impacting our...
Rose Festival Organizers Pivot and Create Online Program for 15 New Princesses
Portland, OR. The Portland Rose Festival is having to pivot due to the current COVID-19 crisis and some events for the 2020 Rose Festival will be postponed. Organizers are cautiously evaluating conditions and hope to offer some events at the appropriate time. But for...
Portland-Based Footwear Company Offers Free Boots to Workers on the Front Lines During COVID-19 Crisis
Portland, OR. Footwear manufacturer KEEN has pledged to give out 100,000 pairs of its shoes and boots, “to the workers on the front lines and the families at home fighting through the COVID-19 crisis.” Company leaders released a statement which included this message:...
