Portland, September 29th, 2014. Listen, Respond, Repeat was the message at the Willamette Valley Development Officers (or WVDO) Major Gifts Symposium. The symposium was structured around listening to keynote speakers, then moving into facilitated discussions with peer sharing. Organizers say it was a fun day with exhibitors and 501 MentorMatch at the afternoon reception. (photo credit, Andie Petkus)
Bill Sturtevant (Keynote Speaker), Agnes Zach (ED of WVDO), Jonathan Abramson and Randa Cleaves (Owners, avenue2possibilities), and Matt McCabe (Keynote Speaker)
WVDO’s Major Gifts Symposium
From WVDO
WVDO represents the pinnacle of holistic training and development for our members of the nonprofit community. Through information sharing, networking, job posting or placing and professional development, WVDO offers members and organizations resources to support and further their commitment to nonprofit causes, services and groups.
Portland, September 13th, 2014. 175 people gathered at the Armory in the Pearl in support of Nursingale, Oregon’s only nonprofit providing in-home, skilled nursing care to families with medically fragile children and young adults, enabling them to remain at home. The first-ever “Together for Good” event featured Patrick Lamb and his band, and raised more than $33,000, which will be used to provide more families with the nursing care they need.
Nursingale Board Member Greg Mottau, with guests Carole McDonald, Michelle Lambert and Ted Milar
From Nursingale:
Our vision is to be the leader in providing expert home nursing care and comfort for the medically fragile and their families.
Our vision is to be the leader in providing expert home nursing care and comfort for the medically fragile and their families.
Values Nursingale, as a non-profit, embraces a set of core values:• Integrity and respect guide all of our actions.
• Teamwork and a positive work experience support high-value client care and staff satisfaction.• Partnerships within our community maximize our services.
• Partnerships within our community maximize our services.
• Commitment to keeping families together is a driving force in all that we do.
Portland, September 12th, 2014. Latino Network hosted the second annual Noche Bella gala and fundraiser at Castaway in northwest Portland. More than 350 people attended to support Latino Network. (photo credit, Andie Petkus) Latino Network’s mission is to provide transformative opportunities, services and advocacy for the education, leadership and civic engagement of our youth, families and communities. The event included a silent and live auction as well as entertainment from Edna Vasquez, a mariachi band, and Dina y los Rumberos.
Tracy Curtis, Wells Fargo President for the Oregon and Southwest Washington region, joins Carmen Rubio, Latino Network Executive Director, at Noche Bella. Wells Fargo was a generous supporter of the event. Photo Credit: Izzy Ventura
Antonio Lopez, held his plaque surrounded by friends. The Assistant Superintendent of Portland Public Schools, was honored for his dedication to creating a strong and inclusive public education system. Photo Credit: Andie Petkus
Dan Ryan, All Hands Raised; Carole Smith, Superintendent of PPS; Nancy Hales, Portland’s First Lady; Bob Speltz, The Standard; Jason Lim, Asian Reporter Foundation. Photo Credit: Izzy Ventura
Matt Morton, Executive Director of Native American Youth and Family Center and Carmen Rubio, Executive Director of Latino Network with honoree Antonio Lopez, Assistant Superintendent of Portland Public Schools and Carole Smith, Superintendent of Portland Public Schools. Antonio Lopez was honored for his dedication and commitment to creating a strong and inclusive public education system.
Marissa Madrigal, new Multnomah County Chief Operating Officer; Jessica Vega Pederson, Oregon House Representative for East Portland; Deborah Kafoury, Multnomah County Chair; Commissioner Loretta Smith Photo Credit: Andie Petkus
Diana Nuñez of the Portland Mayor’s Office with Tom and Barbara Kelly and Portland First Lady Nancy Hales Photo Credit: Izzy Ventura
A Portland State University student joined Multnomah County Chair Deborah Kafoury; Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Foundation Executive Director Serena Cruz Walsh; and Multnomah County Chief Operating Officer Marissa Madrigal. Photo Credit: Izzy Ventura
Commissioner Nick Fish; Carmen Rubio, Executive Director at Latino Network; and Jessica Vega Pederson, Oregon House Representative for East Portland. Photo Credit: Andie Petkus
Irma Valdez and Steve Yarosh, immigration attorneys; Bertha Ferran, Windermere Mortgage Services; Carmen Rubio, Executive Director of Latino Network; Behzad Hosseini, Portland General Electric Photo Credit: Izzy Ventura
Jilma Meneses, Latino Network Board Chair and Chief Diversity Officer at Portland State University, poses with Jason Franco, a Latino Network program participant. Jason spoke at the event, sharing how Latino Network changed his life for the better. Photo Credit: Izzy Ventura
Portland Development Commission Director John Jackley introducing honoree Antonio Lopez. PDC was the presenting sponsor of Noche Bella. Photo Credit: Andie Petkus
Portland Development Commission was the presenting sponsor the event; Portland State University, Silver Sponsor; and Portland Public Schools, Bronze Sponsor; were generous supporters of the event, along with Honor Sponsors Portland Community College, Northwest Health Foundation, The Standard, University of Oregon, The City of Portland, and Legacy Health.
Portland, September 27th, 2014. CCA’s 14th Annual Hero Gala was dubbed an evening of romp & circumstance,. The event rocked the Oregon Convention Center to the tune of $1.16 million with a star-studded crowd. More than 850 guests were entertained by the likes of The Decemberists, Patrick Lamb, Ural Thomas with Ragen Fykes and Moorea Masa, Luz Elana and Tiburones, March Fourth Marching Band, Wanderlust Circus, Sneakin’ Out, and Nu Shooz. Taylor and her Chemo Pal mentor, Alyssa Willamson, were shining bright with their beautiful face paintings.
Dr. Janice Olson, MD, MHA, Medical Director, Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders Program, Randall Children’s Hospital at Legacy Emanuel, Regina Ellis, CCA Founder and CEO, and CCA Board Member, Andrea Corradini, Senior Merchandising Director, Emerging Markets Running, Nike, Inc., get into the spirit of the playful night.
Former Portland Trail Blazer, Terry Porter, Suzie Porter, CCA Board Chair, Andy Lytle, and Mary Lytle.
Nike’s Tinker Hatfield, Vice President, Design & Special Projects, and CCA Chemo Pal mentor and longtime supporter, David Brown, Merchandise Director, NIKE Inc.
The Wanderlust Circus entertained Gala goers throughout the entire Wonderball.
Portland Trail Blazer, Steve Blake, and his wife, Kristen, longtime supporters of CCA.
Artist Rochelle Carr with CCA Ambassador Board Member, Bryce Amato, posing in front of Rochelle’s wall of cheerful and thoughtful artwork.
Regina Ellis, CCA Founder and CEO, with Chris Funk, from The Decemberists and Black Prairie.
Paul Gulick, CCA Board Chair Emeritus, Co-Founder, In-Focus, Founder, Clarity Visual Systems, and Michelle Decourcy of Michelle Decourcy Collection.
Dynamic duo Valerie Day and John Smith, aka Nu Shooz, get Wonderball guests off their feet with a live performance of their Billboard Top 100 song that spent 15 weeks in the Top 40 in 1986 – “ I Can’t Wait.”
Chemo Pal mentor, George Mollas and his mentee, Nicholas, celebrating the occasion in style.
Members of The Decemberists, Patrick Lamb, Ural Thomas with Ragen Fykes and Moorea Masa, Luz Elana and Tiburones, March Fourth Marching Band, Wanderlust Circus, Sneakin’ Out, and Nu Shooz goofing off during rehearsal for the Wonderball.
CCA Founder’s Society member, Marsha Brockmeyer, celebrates with CCA VP Brand, Abby Guyer.
The sign says it all 14th Annual CCA Hero Gala: Wonderball!
Opus Events Agency CEO and CCA Board Member, Grant Hammersley, with CCA Board Member Tim Cooper, Senior Vice President, Brown & Brown Northwest.
The Decemberists front man, Colin Meloy, serenades Wonderball guests with the help of bandmates, Jenny Conlee and Chris Funk (not pictured), and the March 4th Marching Band.
Jennifer and Jeff Nyburg, Wonderball Presenting Sponsors Angela and CS Sheffield, and Wesley Sheffield.
Jordan Roquemore, Beaverton High School Marching Tech, leads members of the Beaverton Marching Ensemble, in a rousing rendition of “When the Saints Go Marching In” to transition revelers to the Portland Ballroom for the evening’s program.
CCA Board Member, Andrea Corradini, Senior Merchandising Director, Emerging Markets Running, Nike, Inc., and Cholee Thompson, Owner and President, Ryan Artists, share a ballerina/fairy bonding moment.
“We invited our best friends to “come out and play with CCA” and that they did. We are blown away by their generosity and so grateful they stand united with us in the belief that JOY MATTERS for seriously ill kids, teens, and their families.” said Regina Ellis, Founder and CEO of CCA.
Portland, September 19th, 2014. Project Lemonade’s first fundraising luncheon brought 310 guests to the Multnomah Athletic Club and raised $70,000 to support its annual back-to-school shopping event for foster youth. Zahara, Anthony, AK, and Madison joined Project Lemonade founder Rhonda Meadows on stage to share the importance of back-to-school shopping for confidence and self-esteem. Project Lemonade is a 100% volunteer organization that provides free new and nearly new clothing, shoes and accessories to local foster youth. In the past three years, Project Lemonade has served over 5,000 youth age 5-20. (Photo credit, Gail Andersen)
Cynthia Fraser, Board member; Jen Andres, Board member; Vanessa Diffenbaugh, Author and keynote speaker; Tricia Smith, Board member; Kirsten Brady, Board President.
A foster child who receives these simple items has a better chance of fitting in at school and performing well.
Project Lemonade, a non-profit 501(c)(3) was founded three years ago by Rhonda Meadows, a former foster parent to a young boy named Alan who came to her with a single paper sack containing all of his clothing, much of which was old and ill fitting.
To meet the needs of youth like Alan, Project Lemonade operates a back-to-school shopping event during the month of August where foster youth can shop for free. These clothing basics are unattainable for most foster youth. Project Lemonade is bringing these items to these deserving kids through donations from area retailers and contributions from the community.
Portland, September 21st, 2014. An estimated 40,000 walkers and runners hit the streets of Portland to raise money and fight breast cancer. Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure raised over 2.3 million dollars and organizers say 75-percent will stay in Oregon to fund education and early detection programs for breast cancer. (Photo credit, Race for the Cure)
The 2014 Komen Portland Race for the Cure drew thousands of supporters.
Betty Metcalf a 20 year survivor, who at 86 drove from Olympia to Portland to walk with her daughter and granddaughter.
Even four-legged friends got into the act.
For survivors and people fighting cancer, the race is a chance to connect and be inspired by stories of hope. Komen Oregon reports that 70 women are diagnosed with breast cancer every week in the state, which is one of the highest rates in the country. Supporters hope to combat those statistics. Here’s a list of the top fundraisers:
There were lots of giveaways in Tom McCall Waterfront Park.
Events included a Fun Run, 5k Fun Walk, and a 1-Mile Family Walk.
Costumes are always popular like those worn by the Pirates of the Cure-abbean.
Crossing the finish line brings smiles.
When breast cancer is detected early, patients have a 99% five-year survival rate. When diagnosed at later stages, that
survival rate drops to 24%. Learn more of the importance of early detection at the Komen Website.
Lake Oswego, September 14th, 2014. On a picture-perfect evening in Lake Oswego, at the private island estate of Rick and Erika Miller, members of legendary rock band KISS played an all-acoustic set. KISS band member Gene Simmons posed with the development director of Historical Outreach Foundation David Warden, band member Eric Singer, Alisha Hamel the executive director for the Historical Outreach Foundation, and band members Paul Stanley and Tommy Thayer. Guests raised over $1.15 million dollars for the Brigadier General James B. Thayer Oregon Military Museum. The museum is under construction at Camp Withycombe in Clackamas, Oregon. (photo credit, David A. Barss)
Gene Simmons and Dan Dutton, Chairman and CEO, Stimson Lumber
Erika Miller, Lt. Col (ret) Tom Milligan, Rick Miller
Band members Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Tommy Thayer and Eric Singer arrived at the intimate gathering following a national tour where they played to over 600,000 over 42 shows. Sunday’s audience was just under 200.
Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley
Paul Stanley and Tommy Thayer
Tommy Thayer, lead guitarist for KISS, has been involved with the Oregon Military Museum for several years, and is committed to honoring those who have served in the military. With all four KISS members in attendance, the event was unique in its size, setting, and the goal-exceeding $1.15 million it raised for the cause. News anchor Steve Dunn of KATU emceed the program and introduced guest performers including The Patrick Lamb Trio, Julianne Johnson and Jean Pierre-Garau.
For Tommy, the museum named for his father holds a very personal connection. He is quick to express his gratitude and respect for members of the military who have served, and the heroes who have risked their lives for others. “I’ve been blessed to live in this country and have the opportunity to do what I love and follow my passion for music,” said Thayer. “None of it would be possible without people like my dad, and so many other veterans, who have bravely fought to protect our liberties and freedoms.”
Alisha Hamel, as the executive director for the Historical Outreach Foundation, is charged with supporting the fundraising efforts for the Oregon Military Museum, and other educational initiatives including the Oregon WWII Memorial and the Veterans’ Legacies Project. She has been involved in each phase of the museum project, and is an integral part in the development of the educational aspects of the museum. An educator, historian, and veteran of Desert Storm, Hamel brings a valuable perspective on Oregon’s, and the country’s, rich military history. “The funds raised at this year’s All-Star Salute will jump start the process of creating truly interactive, hands-on exhibits at the museum,” said Hamel. “ We know that the best way to teach history is to engage people in the learning experience.”
The Oregon Military Museum, now under construction at Camp Withycombe, in Clackamas, is the largest initiative underway at the Historical Outreach Foundation, and Sunday’s All–Star Salute was the largest single fundraiser in the history of the museum; the proceeds put the museum over the halfway mark on a $14.6 million project.
“We are incredibly grateful to KISS and to the Millers for creating this once-in-a–lifetime event.” said Hamel. “This was beyond anything we could have imagined, and is an evening we will not soon forget.”
To learn more about the Brigadier General James B Thayer Oregon Military Museum, or to support the programs at the Historical Outreach Foundation, visit www.historicaloutreach.com, or call (503) 705-5965.
Portland, September 18th, 2014. At a very critical time, event sponsors made a tremendous push to reach their $100,000 fundraising goal through the Dennis’ 7 Dees Annual Charity Golf Tournament to benefit Human Solutions. One fun foursome was Brian Humble, Jeff Bieker, Dean Snodgrass, Ron Roth. The tournament exceeded that goal Thursday, September 18, 2014, raising $102,860 generating over a quarter of a million dollars since its inception six years ago.
Gearing up for a shot gun start.
What once was a small vendor and employee golf outing sponsored by the owners of Dennis’ 7 Dees Landscaping and Garden Centers has now evolved into a significant fundraiser that benefits homeless families in East Portland and East Multnomah County through Human Solutions’ programs and services.
The check presentation with Dean Snodgrass, Jean DeMaster, Carla Piluso, Dave Snodgrass, Terry Ciecko
“There is so work much to do at Human Solutions that needs immediate funding, stated Dave Snodgrass, president of Dennis’ 7 Dees Landscaping and Garden Centers. A new 120 bed family winter shelter is in the planning stages–staffing and supplies will need to be ready on November 1st when the emergency winter shelter opens. The proceeds from this year’s Golf Tournament will ensure that the Family Winter Shelter can stay open until the end of April 2015. Dave added that “the Dennis’ 7 Dees Company is pleased to help Human Solutions provide for over 150 homeless families each night of the year.”
Jean DeMaster, executive director of Human Solutions notes, “People think that because the economy is improving, that homelessness is also on the decline. This simply isn’t true. There is a huge shortage of shelter and housing throughout the tri-county area. The weather is growing colder and the rain will soon start; during this time, the number of homeless families seeking shelter always increases. We are so grateful to the staff at Dennis’ 7 Dees, particularly the Snodgrass brothers, Dave, Dean and Drew for recognizing the plight of these homeless families and doing something about it. These funds will go directly to getting kids and their parents a safe, warm place to stay.”
Human Solutions promotes self-sufficiency for homeless and low-income families and individuals in outer East Portland and East Multnomah County. The agency’s four primary program areas are homelessness prevention, affordable housing, employment and economic development, and safety net services such as rent and utility assistance. For more information, visit www.humansolutions.org.
Oregon City, August 8th, 2014. The Portland Rose Festival Foundation Golf Tournament presented by Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon teed-off at Stone Creek Golf Club. The event raised money for the Rose Festival Foundation and the Returning Veterans Project. At the end of the day after all the hole awards and prizes were handed out, the tournament made a donation of $11,000 to the Returning Veterans Project.
Jerry Scott, President & CEO of Elmer’s Restaurants John Cordova, Director of Operations, Elmer’s Restaurants Terry Hopkins, Vice President, Southern Oregon Elmer’s, LLC Dave Thomason, Owner, Southern Oregon Elmer’s, LLC
Mack Lai, Senior Vice-President, Banner bank showing off his tee shot
Mission Statement
The Portland Rose Festival Foundation is a non-profit that serves families and individuals with programs and events that promote the arts, education and volunteerism. We value environmental responsibility, diversity, patriotism and our historic & floral heritage. The Portland Rose Festival Foundation (PRFF) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that oversees the planning and execution of the programs and events of the festival.
Portland, September 13th, 2014 The Columbia northwest chapter of Big Brothers Big Sisters has unofficially set a world record. Described as the World’s BIGGEST Hopscotch, nearly a thousand participants gathered at the Rose Quarter Commons to set a new Guinness World Record for the world’s biggest game of hopscotch. The festivities began at 11 a.m. and more than 1,000 people took part in the history-making game of hopscotch, including 380 “Bigs” and “Littles.”
The community was invited to join in the record-setting activity, as well as to learn about the local program and support Big Brothers Big Sisters and the children they serve in the region.
The Hopscotch event was free to Big Brothers Big Sisters Matches and their families and only costs $25 for others to join in the fun.
Since 1904, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America has helped millions of young people reach their potential by providing them with the positive presence of a caring adult.For years, Portland was the only metropolitan area in the United States without a thriving Big Brothers Big Sisters program. For more than eight years, Big Brothers Big Sisters provided mentoring programs to local children through the Urban League of Portland. Administered by five family centers and funded primarily by Multnomah County, the program served up to 140 children annually. In 1999, facing a loss of county funding, the Urban League closed many of its youth services programs, including Big Brothers Big Sisters.Following the closure of the program, five Big Brothers Big Sisters volunteers launched an initiative to establish an independent and sustainable organization to serve Multnomah, Clackamas and Washington counties. This group of volunteers devoted substantial time, energy and personal resources to build a solid foundation for the program, winning support from former program staff, prospective mentors and local parents. By 2001, the group incorporated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and went on to raise sufficient funds to satisfy requirements and became a fully affiliated Big Brothers Big Sisters agency.In April 2002, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Portland began matching children facing adversity with mentors in one-to-one, long-term relationships. The agency added the School-Based Mentoring Program in the fall of 2003. That same year, the agency introduced Amachi, creating specialized mentoring services for children with an incarcerated parent. Branch offices in Washington and Clackamas counties were opened in 2004.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Washington and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Portland merged in July 2006, adding the service territory of Clark, Cowlitz, Skamania, and Wahkiakum counties as well as a branch office in Vancouver — becoming Big Brothers Big Sisters Columbia Northwest. The new agency has grown to become the largest provider of professionally supported one-to-one mentoring on the West Coast, and the ninth largest Big Brothers Big Sisters in the country.
Our exceptional growth and high quality programs have earned us the national 2005 Big Brothers Big Sisters Agency of the Year, and 2007 Exceptional Mentoring Program awards. From 2007 through 2014 Big Brothers/Big Sisters Columbia Northwest has consistently been voted one of the 10 most admired non-profit organizations in the State. In 2010, the agency launched Beyond School Walls: a work-place mentoring program.
In 2011, the agency launched Sports Buddies and Second Chance.
In 2012, the agency launched the Apoyo Program, a partnership with Washington County Mental Health Services to bring a Big Brother or Sister to a child who is currently receiving mental health services. In March, The Board of Directors of Big Brothers Big Sisters Columbia Northwest named Andy Nelson as the agency’s new Chief Executive Officer.
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