National Charity League, Inc., Portland Chapter, Celebrates Class of 2012 at Recognition Event

National Charity League, Inc., Portland Chapter, Celebrates Class of 2012 at Recognition Event

Portland, May 6th. “A World of Golden Opportunities” was the theme of this year’s Recognition Event for the Portland Chapter of the National Charity League, Inc. It marked the culmination of six years of volunteerism for local teens and their mothers. The group of 21 young women donated over 5,000 hours of community service. (Photo Credit, Andie Petkus) The class includes: India Downes-Leguin, Julia Tawney, Cate Waldram, Rachel New, Amy Tennant, Anna Murphy, Niki Spathas, Kristen Kalez, Madison McCoy, and Cameron Edwards. Back row: Grace McMurchie, Frances McCaslin, Nicole Inskeep, Mollie Limb, Kennan Krieger, Madison Cameron, Claire Wilson, Dena Horstkotte, Rachel Wald and Kelly Carson.

Seniors, Kelly Carson and Rachel Wald

Seniors, Kelly Carson and Rachel Wald

 

Sarah Tennant with daughter, Amy

Amy Tennant with her mother, Sarah

 

Kim and senior, Mollie Limb

Kim and senior, Mollie Limb

 

Nicole Inskeep, Winner of Merci Award for 407 hours of community service in 2012 and winner of sr class award for over 1500 hours during the last 6 years

Nicole Inskeep, Winner of Merci Award for 407 hours of community service in 2012 and winner of sr class award for over 1500 hours during the last 6 years

 

Julia Hall receives the Oregon Rose Award from President Karen Holce

Chapter President, Karen Holce, presented Julia Hall with the league’s the Oregon Rose Award. 

 

Rebecca and Emelyn Roberts receive an award for mother and daughter community service

Rebecca and Emelyn Roberts receive an award for mother and daughter community service

 

Cori Payne, winner of 2012 Modelette Award with Ana Murphy

Cori Paine, winner of 2012 Modelette Award with Anna Murphy

 

Julia and Mary Ann Tawney

Mary Ann Tawney and her daughter, Julia

Joyce Woodring with Joanne Horstkotte

From The Portland Chapter of National Charity League, Inc.: This chapter was chartered in April 1995 and was the first National Charity League chapter formed in the State of Oregon. Our chapter currently has 119 Patronesses and 140 Ticktockers

National Charity League, Inc. (NCL) is a non-profit national organization of mothers and daughters who join together in community involvement within local chapters throughout the United States. Our goal is to foster a sense of community responsibility and strengthen the mother-daughter relationship.

Daughters participate in a six-year program of philanthropic work, educational activities and cultural events.

Portland Chapter Mailing address: P.O. Box 25108 Portland, Oregon 97298

 

36th Annual Lake Run Hits its Stride for Lake Oswego Women’s Club

36th Annual Lake Run Hits its Stride for Lake Oswego Women’s Club

Lake Oswego, May 12th. The 36th annual Lake Oswego Lake Run is took place under sunny blue skies. The race is organized and presented by the Lake Oswego Women’s Club, and proceeds benefit Portland area women’s and children’s charities.  (Photo Credit, Tracey Freeman Photography.)
The Lake Oswego Women's Club and Lake Oswego Parks and Recreation are proud to present the 36th Annual Lake Run: A fundraiser for needy women and children in the Portland area.

The Lake Oswego Women's Club and Lake Oswego Parks and Recreation present the 36th Annual Lake Run: A fundraiser for needy women and children in the Portland area.

 
It's a  a challenging, scenic loop through beautiful residential areas with views of Oswego Lake.

It's a challenging, scenic loop through beautiful residential areas with views of Oswego Lake.

 
The event is a family affair.

The event is a family affair for the The Barbas

Diana del Garbino was the volunteer coordinator for the event and says 1,105 runners registered for the 5K or 12K races.

Winner of the 12K event was Scott Pinske of Hillsboro with a time of 0:41:06. Allie Gruner of Portland was top overall female runner for the 12K with a time of 0:49:32.

ABOUT THE LAKE OSWEGO WOMEN’S CLUB: Following many years of active and charitable service in The Lake Oswego community, the members of Lake Oswego Women’s Club were incorporated on October 23, 1996, as a non-profit organization. Our members are dedicated to bringing the women of Lake Oswego into closer unity and to promote the civic, cultural, educational and social welfare of the greater surrounding metro area. Since 1991 LOJWC has donated over $1.5 million dollars to non-profit organizations in the city of Portland and the tri-county area it encompasses. P.O. Box 1434, Lake Oswego, OR 97034 – Website – http://www.lowomensclub.org/

 

Neighborhood House Fiesta Local Raises $138,000

Neighborhood House Fiesta Local Raises $138,000

Portland, May 5th. The Multnomah Athletic Club was decked out for a fun Fiesta benefiting Neighborhood House. The nonprofit supports educational and social assistance programs serving low-income children, families and seniors across the Portland metro area. (Photo Credit, Heather Zinger/Zinger Photography) The St. John Ballet Folklorico, a program offered in partnership with Neighborhood House’s SUN Community School at George Middle School, brought the evening some flare!

Neighborhood House Board Members Jane Packard, Beth Blenz-Clucas, Pam Field and Linda Gerber get festive at Neighborhood House's annual

Neighborhood House Board Members Jane Packard, Beth Blenz-Clucas, Pam Field and Linda Gerber get festive at Neighborhood House's annual dinner/auction.

 

Board Member Tom Doherty, with wife Kristin, was on hand representing event sponsor Welch Allyn.

Board Member Tom Doherty, with wife Kristin, was on hand representing event sponsor Welch Allyn.

 
 
Guests Lonnie Mayer, Beth Stanton and Libby Scholz joined the "Comunidad de Caring" at Fiesta Locale on May 5.

Guests Lonnie Mayer, Beth Stanton and Libby Scholz joined the "Comunidad de Caring" at Fiesta Locale on May 5.

 
 
Local Mariachi star Edna Vasquez' performance brought the Cinco de Mayo festivities to life.

Local Mariachi star Edna Vasquez' performance brought the Cinco de Mayo festivities to life.

From Neighborhood House:

Our programs help low-income, recent-immigrant and other vulnerable people overcome challenges so they can achieve success, stability and independence.

25th Anniversary “Taste of the Nation” Draws Thousands to Fight Childhood Hunger

25th Anniversary “Taste of the Nation” Draws Thousands to Fight Childhood Hunger

Portland, May 8th. “Share our Strength” had a terrific show of support for its “Taste of the Nation” event at the Jeld-Wen Field Complex. Forest Dejaneiro, Monier Bahador, Annie Cooper and Sarah Schafer from Irving Street Kitchen were serving up delicious fare. The money raised helps Oregon Food Bank, Partners for a Hunger-Free Oregon, St. Vincent de Paul Food Recovery Program and Klamath-Lake Counties Food Bank.

Shari Crane, Pat Carey and Jeremy Smith from Charlie's Produce

Shari Crane, Pat Carey and Jeremy Smith from Charlie's Produce

 

New Seasons Market was serving up Spring Vegetables atop lacy potatoe cakes with goat cheese or dungeness crab.

New Seasons Market was serving up Spring Vegetables atop lacy potato cakes with goat cheese or dungeness crab.

 
Supporters had a chance to vote for their favorites.

Supporters had a chance to vote for their favorites.

 
Over 50 volunteers helped with the fundraiser.

Over 50 volunteers helped with the fundraiser.

 

Chris Handford and Black Smith from David Street Tavern

Chris Handford and Blake Smith, owners of David Street Tavern participated. The duo is poised to open a new restaurant taking the Pearl District space formerly home to "Fenouil". The new restaurant will be called, "Jamison" — named for the adjacent square.

 
Judy Walker, Rachel Bell and Jackie Linsley

Judy Walker, Rachel Bell and Jackie Linsley

 
Ken Surrett, Carol Colby, Abby Drago, Molly Georgeetta and Jen Schuyler

Ken Surrett, Carol Colby, Abby Drago, Molly Georgeetta and Jen Schuyler

 
Darcie Alexander and Hilary Bourassa

Darcie Alexander and Hilary Bourassa

 
 

Patrick Fleming, Eddie Bracamontes and Lizzie Bruce from Boke Bowl

Patrick Fleming, Eddie Bracamontes and Lizzie Bruce from Boke Bowl

 
 

Devi Elise and Jim Smith

Devi Elise and Jim Smith

 
Taste of the Nation featured offerings from over 50 local restaurants

Taste of the Nation featured offerings from over 50 local restaurants

 
 
Bamboo Suchi had a popular stand.

Bamboo Sushi had a popular stand.

 
Michelle Cairo and Alex Yoder from Olympic Provision

Michelle Cairo and Alex Yoder from Olympic Provision

Proceeds benefit Oregon Food Bank, Partners for a Hunger-Free Oregon, St. Vincent de Paul Food Recovery Program and Klamath-Lake Counties Food Bank. All of these organizations are fighting to end childhood hunger in Oregon. Each ticket purchased helps support Share Our Strength’s efforts in eliminating childhood hunger as well as local beneficiaries. 
Former Covert CIA Operations Officer Draws Supporters of Planned Parenthood Advocates of Oregon

Former Covert CIA Operations Officer Draws Supporters of Planned Parenthood Advocates of Oregon

Portland, May 3rd.  Planned Parenthood Advocates of Oregon held a special fundraising breakfast featuring best selling author, Valerie Plame Wilson. Supporters who gathered at the Portland Art Museum heard about Wilson’s life as a covert CIA Operations Officer and how she worked to protect America’s national security. (Photo Credit, Andie Petkus) Oregon Secretary of State Kate Brown, recipient of the 2012 Marilyn Epstein Pro-Choice Champion Award, posed with CIA Valerie Plame Wilson.

PPAO Political Director Amy Hojnowski, Field Organizer Nichi Masters, Executive Director Laura Terrill Patten, Field Organizer Alicia Temple and Communications & Fundraising Manager Jimmy Radosta

PPAO Political Director Amy Hojnowski, Field Organizer Nichi Masters, Executive Director Laura Terrill Patten, Field Organizer Alicia Temple and Communications & Fundraising Manager Jimmy Radosta

 
Portland mayoral candidate Charlie Hales and his wife, Nancy

Portland mayoral candidate Charlie Hales and his wife, Nancy

 
Portland State University student, blogger and mother Sophia Brugato stole the show with an inspiring story about how Planned Parenthood changed her life.

Portland State University student, blogger and mother Sophia Brugato stole the show with an inspiring story about how Planned Parenthood changed her life.

 
State Representative Mary Nolan, endorsed candidate for Portland City Council and recipient of the 2011 Marilyn Epstein Pro-Choice Champion Award, and Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici

State Representative Mary Nolan, recipient of the 2011 Marilyn Epstein Pro-Choice Champion Award, and Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici

 
 A standing ovation for Valerie Plame Wilson

A standing ovation for Valerie Plame Wilson

 
The crowd-pleasing meal was created by Vibrant Table.

The crowd-pleasing meal was created by Vibrant Table.

 
Oregon Treasurer Ted Wheeler and PPAO Government Relations Consultant Maura Roche

Oregon Treasurer Ted Wheeler and PPAO Government Relations Consultant Maura Roche

 
 

Kristin Steele, Dwight Adkins, Samantha Swaim & Andrew Hogan, the team from Samantha Swaim Fundraising, were given high marks by attendees and organizers.

Kristin Steele, Dwight Adkins, Samantha Swaim & Andrew Hogan, the team from Samantha Swaim Fundraising, earned high prise from attendees and organizers.

Keynote speaker, Valerie Plame Wilson, found herself at the heart of a political firestorm in 2003 when the Bush administration revealed her secret status to a conservative columnist who published her name. At the event she discussed her autobiography, “Fair Game: My Life as a Spy, My Betrayal by the White House.” 

Proceeds from the special breakfast benefited Planned Parenthood Advocates of Oregon, which works to keep Oregon one of the three most pro-choice states in the nation.

From Planned Parenthood Advocates of Oregon: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Oregon is an independent, non-partisan, not-for-profit organization formed as the political arm of Planned Parenthood. Planned Parenthood Advocates of Oregon engages in educational and electoral activity including public education campaigns, grassroots organizing, and legislative advocacy.