Reach for the Stars was the message at the 40th annual Foundation auction and dinner. Mt. Hood Community College Foundation Vice-President, Nancy Jaksich is pictured with Becky Calvert, Mike Calvert and Jerry Jaksich. (Photo credit, Andie Petkus) The event raised more than $170,000.
The overhead lights dimmed as MHCC choir members silently filed into the room. The soloist, Kaitlyn Cooley, began to sing “The Power of the Dream,” accompanied by Hailey Rowden.
The theme was Power of the Dream – Inspiring students to reach for the stars.
Another highlight on May 19th at the Portland Waterfront Marriott was the premier screening of a video created by Gradient Productions, a multimedia company comprised mostly of former students from the MHCC’s Integrated Media program. The video captures the triumphs of MHCC students and inspires hope for future ones. Shot entirely on the Gresham campus, the video includes former students, alumni and an original song. Recorded in the MHCC studio and aptly named “The Power of the Dream,” the song features instrumentals and vocals contributed by students, accompanied by the powerful vocals of the duo Harmony & the Him. The song is now available on iTunes with all proceeds going to the MHCC Foundation.
Staff of Gradient Productions
2012 auction co-chairs Kathy Toynbee and Pat Fiedler
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Thank You to Our Sponsors
Thanks to the many sponsors, donors, volunteers and guests, this year’s event was one of the best yet! Auction items included fabulous trips, amazing gift baskets, handcrafted items, jewelry, wine and many one-of-a-kind experiences such as piloting a Boeing flight simulator and an African photo safari.
We are grateful to the event co-chairs, Pat Fiedler and Kathy Toynbee, and to the entire committee and Board who worked tirelessly on behalf of MHCC students.
Thank you, also, to our generous sponsors: (presenting) Troutdale Energy Center, LLC., (platinum) Ferguson Wellman Capital Management, Mark Kralj, Principal; Suburban Auto Group, (major) Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center, Execu-Gifts, Outlook, Riverview Community Bank, VanportGroup, (silver) CenterCal Properties, LLC; Edward Jones, Robin McGregor, Financial Advisor; Enterprise Holdings Foundation, JP Morgan Chase & Co., Kaiser Permanente, Microchip Technology, Inc., Pepsi and Portland General Electric.
Tigard, June 23rd. The JoyRide starts from Paradise Harley-Davidson with registration at 9am and the first bike out at 10am. JoyRide concludes at CCA’s Caring Cabin in Pacific City. 7-year old cancer survivor, Austin, cuts the ribbon to officially start the ride
Welcome to the most caring motorcycle ride around, the 3rd Annual JoyRide benefitting the Children’s Cancer Association’sCaring Cabin. Join us for this heartwarming exprience and make a difference in the life of a child.
Mike and Cheryl Durbin, owners of Paradise Harley-Davidson, help kick off the 2012 Children’s Cancer Association JoyRide
Over 50 riders braved the rain to ride to CCA’s Caring Cabin in Pacific City
Iris Harrison and the KGON team come out to kick off the 3rd Annual JoyRide
Cliff, Zach and Kate Ellis enjoying the sun out at the Caring Cabin
From CCA: 3rd Annual JoyRide for Children’s Cancer Association Lifts Spirits
For seriously ill children, teens and their families, every moment is precious. When kids need more than medicine, CCA is a voice of experience and hope. We prescribe JOY.
Mission
When seriously ill children and their families need more than medicine, CCA’s innovative programs create joy one moment at a time.
Company Overview
In 1995, Regina Ellis’s daughter Alexandra died after a 2 1/2 year battle with cancer. Out of those dark days, a beacon of hope emerged. Alexandra’s family knew through hard experience that even the best medical care cannot provide for the many non-medical needs of families with seriously ill children. That same year, with the help of wonderful community leaders, the Children’s Cancer Association …was born. It’s mission was to give other families a compassionate resource for critical needs and programs that bring joy to young hearts. We understand the unique needs of families in medical crisis. We work with an extraordinary team of staff, medical professionals and community volunteers to meet those needs with innovative programs and services. As we begin our 14th year, we’re grateful to be recognized as a national leader bringing Joy Rx to tens of thousands of kids and their families.
Portland, June 30th. In an effort for the Sunflower Children’s Foundation to expand its Northwest presence, a Portland Fashion Auction Compassion Event (FACE) was held at the Wieden + Kennedy Building on 13th street in Portland. John Curley, Lindsay Van Bramer, Terry Porter, Mary Lytle and Timber’s owner Merritt Paulson smile for a photo to celebrate the success of the event. The night began with a silent auction, a photo booth, various food and drink stands, and wine tasting supplied by Majestic Fine Wines. Following this, the crowd was excited and ready to watch the main event of the night: a fashion show featuring Summer 2012 styles.
Annette Troutman, Boris Jenkins, Nina McLaughlin and Angela Gardner enjoy the view from the second floor.
Renee Taylor and Rachel Dean smile together after exploring the venue.
Elyse King-Guffey, Mira Petrillo and Lily Everett volunteer at the front door to help greet the guests.
Option Model Media supplied all the models, while Orange Studio did hair. Kevin Lennox was the fashion show coordinator. Later on in the night, dessert was served and a live auction was held where golf with Terry Porter was featured as one of the live auction items!
The ladies who coordinated for this event, Lindsay Van Bramer and Mary Lytle, smile together to celebrate the success of the event!
FACE is a non-governmental organization that is run completely by volunteers and put on by the Sunflower Children’s Foundation. Their goal is to reduce hunger worldwide. FACE held four successful events in Seattle before deciding to add an event in Portland. The Sunflower Children’s Foundation was founded by model Helena Houdova.
Amy Homan and Robyn Woodman laugh after a fun time in the photo booth!
Guests enjoy the silent auction on the first floor at the start of the night!
Kelley Dulcich, Annie Petrillo and Valerie O’Brien enjoy the silent auction items.
Gabrielle Karras and Mary Welch enjoy the event on the wood bleachers and love the cause.
In conjunction with the event coordinators, Lindsay Van Bramer and Mary Lytle, Ace Hotel, SightWorks, Mike Zupans, Merritt Paulson and many other generous organizations and people. The event raised just over $35,000 which pleased organizers!
The FACE has two main beneficiaries, The Island of Hope Orphanage and Education Center in India and the Thembelihle Home in South Africa. The Island of Hope Orphanage and Education Center provides support for the abandoned and displaced children of the 2004 Tsunami. The Thembelihle Home is a safe haven for children between the ages of six and sixteen who have left their homes because of their own abandonment or because of abuse. FACE contributes homes and meals, education and supplies, and vaccinations and health care to The Island of Hope Orphanage and Education Center, and they contribute health-care, clothing, education and supplies to The Thembelihle Home. In addition to these beneficiaries, this particular FACE event held special focus on The Oregon Food Bank. Non-perishable goods were collected at the check-in station in exchange for a free drink ticket!
For more information, visit the FACE or The Sunflower Children’s Foundation homepage:
Tualatin Hills Athletic Center at PCC Rock Creek campus, June 15th. The Playworks Corporate Kickball Fundraiser slogan was, “Play hard, respect the game, have fun!” 230 employees from dozens of area businesses did just that. (Photo Credit, Jean Primas) Columbia Sportswear took home the trophy!
The Portland Public Schools Principals team earned high marks.
The Playworks mission is to improve the health and well-being of children by increasing opportunities for physical activity and safe, meaningful play.
The charity tournament drew businesses including: Nike, Portland Trail Blazers, Hubbub Health, KEEN, Columbia Sportswear, Reser’s Fine Foods, Interworks LLC, Kohl’s, the Randall Children’s Hospital, Portland Public Schools Principals, Schwabe Williamson and Wyatt, Moss Adams and Portland Public Schools Teachers (sponsored by Kaiser Permanente); joined together for an afternoon of cooperative play for the benefit of nearly 6,000 kids in 14 low-income Portland Public Schools.
The Columbia Sportswear team did some group bonding.
Playworks is a national nonprofit organization that supports learning by providing safe, healthy and inclusive play and physical activity to low-income schools at recess and throughout the entire school day. We currently operate our direct service program in more than 300 schools in 23 US cities, and serve more than 130,000 elementary school students every day.
Playworks Training also provides training and technical support for schools and youth organizations that wish to train their own adults to manage a healthy and inclusive playground.
Research shows that play is essential to child development and an invaluable tool for improving school climate. And quality recess and playtime also helps children return to the classroom more focused and ready to learn.
Playworks is the only nonprofit organization in the country to send trained, full-time program coordinators, called “coaches” to low-income, urban schools, where they transform recess and play into a positive experience that helps kids and teachers get the most out of every learning opportunity throughout the school day. The coaches become part of the school community, working full-time to provide organized play and physical activity through the five components of the Playworks program. They organize games and activities during recess, provide individual class game times and run a leadership development program during school hours. They also run Playworks tutoring and physical activity programs and developmental sports leagues during after school hours.
Portland, June 23rd. Seventy five people joined the Midsummer Celebration for the Zimmerman Community Center at KitchenCru and CorksCru in the Pearl District. Guests ate from Portland’s popular culinary workspace, sampled wines from five “indie” vineyards, and supported Zimmerman Community Center. The center moved into its new space in the north end of the Pearl one year ago. At the event, John McCalla guided three children through the final phases of a beading project. (Photo Credit, Diana Liz Dettwyler)
Midsummer guests included Kathryn Dodge, Azam Qayum, and Sarah Lopez.
The party included face painting and beading for children and music for people of all ages. The event raised $4,000 for Zimmerman Community Center.
Board of Directors with current and founding executive directors. Dee Wolfe, Otto Papasadero, Kris Moore, Joan McNamara, Pat Rumer, Jason Larson, and Kim Sordyl.
From The Zimmerman Community Center:
Zimmerman Community Center (ZCC) improves the quality of life in Portland, Oregon by offering fun, affordable activities and space in an inviting environment for all.
We are central Portland’s living room, offering popular programs that are financially accessible to a broad socio-economic spectrum of people who live and work in the central city. Our vision is to build a community where people of all ages and incomes thrive, connected with each other and the resources their neighborhood offers. The Center is located at 1542 NW 14th Ave., on the ground floor of the Ramona Apartments.
Portland, June 10th. An appreciative crowd cheered for the founder of the Metropolitan Youth Symphony as he passed the baton. (Photo Credit, John Rudoff, M.D.) Lajos Balogh is the founding music director of the Metropolitan Youth Symphony and has been the principal conductor since the organization’s inception in 1974.
For many young local musicians MYS is more important than ever because public school music programs are vanishing.
Lajos Balogh’s farewell concert feature a world premiere by one of the orchestra’s alumni, Steffen Schmidt. He’s a student at the Berklee College of Music in Boston, and composed an orchestral piece in honor of Balogh and John Richards: “Theme for Extraordinary Gentlemen.
Lajos Balogh plans to keep working with students and will also be conducting the 32nd year of the Portland Festival Orchestra in a series of seven free outdoor concerts, one of which will be in a new band shell that Balogh donated to Marylhurst University.
Lajos Balogh’s friends in the music community are numerous and include 3 Leg Torso, Michael Allen Harrison, and Julianne Johnson.
Mr. Balogh is also the conductor of the Marylhurst Symphony Orchestra. Lajos Balogh spent many years as Principal Second Violin with the Oregon Symphony, and has served on the faculties of Marylhurst College, Portland State University and Lewis and Clark College.
Mr. Balogh holds a Bachelor of Music degree from the Liszt Academy of Music in Budapest, where he studied with Dezsö Rados, Pal Jardanyi, Anton Molnar and Zoltan Kodaly, and a Master of Music degree from the University of Oregon. He has appeared as soloist with the Munich, Nuremberg and Göttingen symphonies and has recorded for radio stations worldwide.
MYS is dedicated to offering a challenging, rewarding and fun musical experience for all young musicians. Our ensembles are designed to accommodate players of all levels of experience and ability. We offer students a chance to explore different musical styles with chamber and specialty ensembles. Musicians are placed in ensembles by playing ability, not by age, so that all students can progress at their own pace. The Symphony’s new Music Director is Andres Lopera.
Portland, June 29th. Amidst a competitive field of adorable and talented dogs, two were crowned Portland’s Next TopDog Models. Moby, the white standard poodle who won in the large dog category, sports “elegantly goofy Rasta-poodle dreadlocks.” (Photo Credit, Leslie Zemenek) He’s helping to Keep Portland Weird with his unique style and energy. The sixth annual “Portland’s Next TopDog Model” at Hotel Monaco, on S.W. Washington is a benefit for the Oregon Humane Society and drew a sellout crowd of over 200 people cheering on their favorite dogs.
Here’s a snapshot from the fun event!
Andy Carson emceed this quirky contest. Honored judges were Mitch Elliott, Sheryl Stewart, Helen Raptis, Kimberly Maus, and Betty Norrie. From the 24 finalists, the celebrity panel of six judges also selected Dexter, a 10-year-old Dachshund/terrier-mix and Oregon Humane society alumnus, as the winner of the small dog category (Dexter is pictured at top left).
The finalists, chosen from more than 200 applications, were judged on style, personality, and runway attitude as they strutted along the “dogwalk” at the Hotel Monaco.
Each dog also had to answer a series of lifestyle questions. Dexter, a handsome Dachshund/terrier mix with endless love for his toys, goes by the motto, “Keep calm and carry a tennis ball.” Dexter is determined to enjoy an active lifestyle throughout his golden years. Dexter appeared at the 2011 TopDog Model event, not as a competitor, but as an adoptable dog visiting from OHS. Dexter’s now-forever-family saw him at the event and adopted him shortly after, making this TopDog a double success story.
The event raised an estimated $7,000 for the animals at OHS.
The event was sponsored by LexiDog Boutique & Social Club and the Hotel Monaco.
Portland, June 13th. Rotary Club of Portland and Willamette University Atkinson Graduate School of Management joined forces to celebrate stand-out business leaders. Rotary Club of Portland President Dick Wingard, congratulated Jim Wildish (one of the four Award Recipients) who is pictured with Yvonne Wildish, and Julie Olson, Chair of the Oregon Ethics in Business Awards Event. The awards dinner at the Governor Hotel drew 360 people. (Photo Credit, Andie Petkus)
Administrative Director of the Rotary Club of Portland Melissa Cikara and Rotary Club of Portland Dick Wingard. The Rotary Club of Portland is a founding partner in the Oregon Ethics In Business Awards Event.
Keynote Speaker, President and CEO of the Oregon Community Foundation Max Williams
Rotarians Jeff Tennant and Gretchen Walker, Chairs of the Rotary Club of Portland Enterprise Academy.
The event raised several thousand dollars earmarked for the Rotary Club of Portland’s Enterprise Academy Committee. For more than 30 years, the Rotary Club of Portland has provided the opportunity for high school students to explore the challenges and opportunities of our free enterprise system and the dynamics of the business world through Enterprise Academy. This innovative weekend retreat allows students to interact with successful business people and to participate in a highly informative and enjoyable team project.
Rotary Club of Portland President Dick Wingard and Award Recipient George Rode.
Rotary Club of Portland is an organization of local business and professional leaders dedicated to humanitarian service in everyday life, high ethical standards in business and professions, and promoting understanding and goodwill through community programs.
About Rotary Club: With 33,000 clubs and 1.2 million members throughout the world, Rotary has an extensive network of volunteers working locally, regionally, and internationally under the motto “Service Above Self.”
To learn how to get involved with Rotary Club of Portland call 503 228 1542, or visit the website for more information www.rotarypdx.org .
From Willamette University Atkinson Graduate School of Management: The Atkinson Graduate School of Management is committed to providing world class management education to U.S. and international students in all stages of their careers. We help our graduates acquire life-long learning skills and become outstanding leaders and managers in business, government, and nonprofit organizations worldwide by offering an intimate learning and practice environment, an integrated, cross-sectoral approach to management education, and dedication to quality teaching, instructional development, basic and applied research, and exceptional, customized career services.
Portland, May 10th. More than 730 Portland business and community leaders gathered for the 2012 Friends of the Children Friend Raiser presented by KeyBank. Supporters raised over $1.42 million for the mentoring program transforming the lives of Portland’s vulnerable children. Melvin ‘Pete’ Mark Jr., Melvin Mark Brokerage, and Bobbi O’Neill, Friend Raiser Steering Committee member, walk through the ‘high-five tunnel’ to enter the live auction tent.
Duncan Campbell, Friends of the Children Founder, and Linda Rae Hickey, director of the Ray Hickey Foundation.
Friends of Children exceeded its goal for the Quest Foundation Match of $132,000. The funds will support four Friends and 32 youth in the program. The Friend Raiser benefit was held at the Friends of the Children offices. The steering committee was led by Cindy Campbell and Geri Miner.
Brian Rice, President of KeyBank in Oregon and Southwest Washington. KeyBank was the Friend Raiser presenting sponsor.
Thanks to the continued success of this event, Friends of Children has been able to provide professional mentors to more vulnerable children than in the past; currently the nonprofit serves over 400 children in over 100 schools in the Portland metropolitan area.
We provides our most vulnerable children a stable relationship with a professional mentor for 12 ½ years – from kindergarten to high school graduation. 12 ½ years. No matter what.
Mission To provide our most vulnerable children a nurturing and sustained relationship with a professional mentor who teaches positive values and has attainable expectations for each child to become healthy, productive members of the community.
Vision To provide a Friend to all vulnerable children who need one and to change the way the world views and treats our most vulnerable children.
Portland, June 24th. Oregon Symphony supporters gathered to honor their beloved “Pops” conductor, Norman Leyden. The benefit at the Nines Hotel featured Pink Martini’s China Forbes in a duet with Norman Leyden. (Photo Credit, John Rudoff, M. D.) The Oregon Symphony also announced the creation of, The Norman Leyden Award saying it, “Recognizes outstanding individuals or groups who bring exceptional creativity, innovation and leadership through music to the community. The Award will be presented only when merited and is inaugurated by honoring its namesake.”
Oregon Symphony President, Elaine Calder, who announced earlier this month she is leaving her post.
For over 35 years, conductor Norman Leyden helped make the Oregon Symphony one of the most subscribed-to orchestras in the nation. Explained Symphony leaders, “In his 95th year, we honor his 75 years of performing, conducting, arranging, music directing, and composing for artists such as Glenn Miller, Arthur Godfrey, Gordon MacRae, Jane Powell, Sarah Vaughan and Tony Bennett.”
The evening included musical entertainment and dancing.
The event featured a special performance by Pink Martini lead by Thomas Lauderdale.
Pink Martini’s performance was sponsored by Janet & Richard Geary. Other donors included: Connie & Carl Clark, Kristine & Josh Collins, Bill & Karen Early, Barbara & Jerry Giesy, Robert & Janis Harrison, Clayton & Sudee Hering, Gretchen Holce, Allison Howard & Sarah Seitz, Renee & Irwin Holzman, Jerry & Beth Hulsman, Thomas Lauderdale & Philip Iosca, Lynn & Jack Loacker, Louis & Judy McCraw, Laura Meier, Arlene Schnitzer, Karl & Peggy Smith, Larry & Dorie Vollum, Walter & Nancy Weyler, and Jack & Ginny Wilborn.
From the Oregon Symphony: Since the Oregon Symphony was established more than 100 years ago, it has been recognized for its internationally acclaimed music directors, skilled performers, diverse programs and outstanding community services in education and regional touring. The Oregon Symphony now ranks among the largest orchestras in the nation and as one of the largest arts organizations in the Northwest, with an attendance of more than 225,000 people annually and 76 full-time musicians. Tickets for the 2012-2013 season are now on sale.
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Playworks is the only nonprofit organization in the country to send trained, full-time program coordinators, called “coaches” to low-income, urban schools, where they transform recess and play into a positive experience that helps kids and teachers get the most out of every learning opportunity throughout the school day. The coaches become part of the school community, working full-time to provide organized play and physical activity through the five components of the Playworks program. They organize games and activities during recess, provide individual class game times and run a leadership development program during school hours. They also run Playworks tutoring and physical activity programs and developmental sports leagues during after school hours.
