Portland, OR. Applications are now open for the next round of the Nike Community Impact Fund, with $250,000 in cash grants being offered to nonprofits and schools in Portland and SW Washington. Want to apply? Or can you help get the word out? Applications are due by December 1, 2016.
The Nike Community Impact Fund is an innovative approach to grant making in partnership with the Oregon Community Foundation, that engages Nike employees and Nike store staff in Oregon and across the United States to directly impact the local communities where they live and work.
Nike Paralympian gold medalist and rugby wheelchair athlete Will Groulx and grant recipient representative Christine Getman, Education Program Coordinator, Incight. Grant: To raise awareness and promote inclusive recreation opportunities in the community through a 12-week hand-cycling series for individuals with disabilities.
A committee of Nike store employees and other Nike employees award grants to organizations that give youth early, positive experiences in sport and physical activity and strengthen communities. Nike has awarded more than 330 non-profit organizations in Portland and SW Washington with $3.5 million since the program began in 2010.
Grants are one-year awards of $5,000 to $20,000 each with a total of $250,000 being offered to nonprofits and schools in the greater Portland area (Multnomah, Clackamas, Washington, Yamhill and Columbia Counties in Oregon; and Clark County in SW Washington) in support of projects that:
Deliver impact through the lens of sport and physical activity.
Address community challenges through innovative community-based solutions.
Applications are due December 1, 2016 and must be submitted online at nike.com/ncif
Portland, OR. The 4th annual “O-Vary Funny” Dinner and Auction drew over 200 guests. The sell-out crowd raised close to $60,000 for the Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Oregon and SW Washington. Ovarian Cancer Survivor Mary Beebe was surrounded and supported by her fans. One highlight of the night included the introduction of the new “Trust Your Gut” ovarian cancer awareness campaign. This campaign, which will formally roll out in early 2017, features six local ovarian cancer survivors dressed and photographed as Super Heroes.
The concept of the campaign is that every woman is her own super hero. The campaign urges women to be knowledgeable, to be aware and to take action.
All 6 Super Heroes, who are local ovarian cancer survivors, were in attendance.
Diane O’Connor, founder and board member of the Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Oregon and SW Washington, is photographed with Toni Mountain.
Phyllis Lang, a Super Hero and Ovarian Cancer Survivor, watches and is enthralled.
Terry O’Connor, board member, with Dr. R. Scott Rushing, MD who emceed the event.
Aloha, OR. Frontier Communications raised in excess of $46K at its 2016 Annual Golf Tournament benefitting Providence Child Center for Medically Fragile Children. Funds were raised through sponsorships, foursome fees, contest participation and a silent auction.
Approximately 100 players (Frontier employees, vendors and customers) teamed up to support the cause.
Participants played 18 holes of golf at The Reserve Golf Course in Aloha, Oregon on September 14th before enjoying a catered dinner and listening to representatives from Providence speak about this worthy cause.
Frontier General Manager of Washington County, Jeanne Danielson (who also sits on the Board of Directors for Providence as immediate past chair), was responsible for putting the event together for the 6th consecutive year, with Frontier Director of Engineering Wally Riggs being instrumental in recruiting sponsors and securing vendor contributions.
“Frontier has been honored to host this tournament for the past six years, donating all contributions and proceeds to “Bill’s Kids” charity for Providence Child Center for Medically Fragile Children,” stated Danielson. “The work done by this facility is life-changing. At Frontier we know communication isn’t just about connecting people; it’s about engaging with and connecting our community.”
Providence Child Center is the only pediatric skilled nursing facility in the Pacific Northwest to provide 24-hour long-term, short-term, respite and end-of-life care to medically fragile children from infancy to 21 years.
All proceeds from this year’s tournament will go to Bill’s Kids Charity for Providence Child Center, which was founded by Bill Schonely who is most well-known as the voice of the Portland Trailblazers.
Portland, OR. TheColumbia Land Trust annual gala raised $285,600 to support conservation and restoration work in the Columbia River region. Supporter Judy Gordon, Board Member Wendy Gerlach and Columbia Land Trust Leadership Giving Manager Yvonne Garcia enjoyed the event on October 13th. (Photo credit, Brit Forbes) The gala featured the premiere of the short film, As She Grows, which tells how the Land Trust is helping conserve vast swaths of working forestland just south of Mount St. Helens. The video also explores the ways in which old growth forests inspire curiosity in the young and the young at heart.
Frank Glenn IV, Columbia Land Trust Executive Director Glenn Lamb and Lin Li.
Kelley Jorgensen, from Plas Newydd Farm, was bidding during the Live Auction.
“Murmur Creative” table guests smile for a photo during dinner.
Attendees enjoyed a live auction, which included local tours, outings, and experiences including a beach side getaways and Snake River rafting excursions. The nonprofit raised funds for northwest conservation by selling dry bags full of prizes (thanks to Cascade Designs!), local beer and cider, and lucky golden salmon tickets.
Thanks to our photographer, Brit Forbes, our volunteers, our Emerging Leaders Council, our sponsors including presenting sponsor Waste Connections, and all of our donors for making this year’s Wild Splendor a huge success.
Portland, OR. Incight, an organization committed to “Unlocking the Potential of People with Disabilities” held its 10th annual gala at the Portland Art Museum on October 1st. The $232,000 raised will fund Incight programs that assist people with disabilities in education, in the job market and in independent recreation. Scott Hatley, one of the founders of Incight, took the stage to speak about his goal of improve the lives of millions of disabled people. The theme of this year’s gala was Havana Lights. Several attendees wore colorful Cuban-themed attire. Johnna Wells from 360 Benefit Auctions ran a live auction that featured a 10-day trip to Cuba. KGW’s Drew Carney emceed the night, and spoke warmly about his passion for Incight’s mission.
Chris Chiacchierini, Executive Director at Incight said: “We couldn’t be happier. This was one of our most successful events to date and the funds raised will help provide those we serve with educational and scholarship support, job seeking and networking and the opportunity to be members of a strong, independent recreation community.”
Guests included Collaine Kelly, Pia Nicastro, Jennifer Bauman, and Angela Kirkman
The Live Auction in progress at the Incight Gala
Kamilla Pavlov, Ivan Pavlov
From Incight:
Incight was honored to have the Safeway Foundation, The Standard and Immix Law Group step up as presenting sponsors of the gala. Three incredible Portland companies who are committed to Incight’s work. Other supporting sponsors were Arlene Schnitzer, Pacific Power, Delap LLP, the OSU Foundation, The Boeing Company and CareOregon.
Incight is committed to breaking down barriers for people with disabilities, to challenging limiting beliefs and unfair judgements and to creating a future where equity and inclusion are the norm. Incight’s mission is Unlocking the Potential of People with Disabilities.
Portland, OR. Over 300 supporters attended Dress for Success Oregon‘s fourth-annual Empowerment Breakfast on October 5th. The event raised over $60,000 and drew business, civic and social leaders celebrating Dress for Success Oregon’s impact helping low-income women gain employment, independence and self-worth. Empowerment Breakfast Speakers included client Amber Henderson, Anne Mersereau, VP of Human Resources Diversity and Inclusion at PGE; client Donna Harris and Sheila Hamilton, author and KINK FM host. Supporters heard stories of struggle and triumph and learned how employers can help disadvantaged women succeed in the workplace. (Photo credit, Images by Brant)
Volunteer Award Recipients: volunteer, Kathy Kester, accepting on behalf of Vicki Romm; volunteer, Doreen Grove, accepting on behalf of Barbara Cooney; Shari Dunn, Executive Director of DFSO; volunteer, Gloria Foon; volunteer, Jack Birnbach; Volunteer Manager, Mich Nelson.
Keynote Speaker, Sheila Hamilton, author and KINK FM host, contributing to the panel discussion about how employers can help women succeed in the workplace.
From Dress for Success Oregon:
Dress for Success Oregon is an anti-poverty nonprofit organization that has been helping low-income women successfully transition back into the workforce since 1999.
We promote the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support and career development tools to help women thrive in work and in life.
Portland, OR. Rhoda Gantenbein Adams (1909-1977) was the granddaughter of Henry and Georgiana Pittock who grew up in Pittock Mansion. Her work is on display through November 13th in an exhibit called Through Rhoda’s Eyes: Balancing Art and Expectations. Included in the display is a photo of Ronda, brush in hand, in 1932.Rhoda was described as an imaginative and cultured child, she created art in the mansion’s third floor storage space and went on to study at the Art Students League of New York and Portland Art Museum School. As an adult, Rhoda embraced a traditional life as wife, mother, and supporter of the arts, but sought to continue to create art as well.
Rhoda posing on Pittock Mansion’s grand staircase on her wedding day.
Rhoda’s artwork is characterized by vibrant colors and patterns, as seen in this watercolor cityscape painted during her 20s
Rhoda explored many art mediums, including fiber arts like this playful cat cushion.
“Amazingly prolific, Rhoda managed to balance family life with a life-long love of ‘making’. This in itself would have been a feminist act during her era.” Says Portland Art Museum-featured artist Anna Fidler. “Rhoda had a keen eye for what was happening in the broader art world with movements such as Cubism and Abstraction, and Contemporary Design, which she used to inspire her domestic arts.”
Rhoda found expressive outlets through fine arts like drawing and painting, and pursuits that fit well into her social and domestic life such as crafting custom hats and sweaters, designing colorful interiors and gardens for her home, creating one-of-a-kind Christmas tree decorations for her husband’s bank, and designing sets and costumes for Portland Civic Theater. In addition to her artistic projects, Rhoda continued her family’s commitment to community and used her social position to help start and raise funds for the Oregon Ceramics Studio.
Visitors can see her artwork through November 13th in the exhibit:Through Rhoda’s Eyes: Balancing Art and Expectations.
Portland, OR. Nearly 100 supporters of the Riverdale School District in white attire came together for a white party benefit. Ron and Jillian Cain, and Amber and Henry Hillman enjoyed the festivities. The Diner en Blanc, on October 1st, was a French-Euro White Party with cocktails, dinner, and dancing. The secret venue (Waverley Country Club) wasn’t disclosed until the night before.
Star Sanaee, Maryam Bolouri, Jillian Cain, Amber Hillman, Soloumeh Saghafi, and Rania Nordean helped host the party.
Chris Sanaee brought out a top hat and cane.
From Riverdale: The Riverdale School District serves over 600 families living in a residential, wooded area seven miles south of downtown Portland, Oregon and adjacent to the city of Lake Oswego. (District Boundary map) The grade school is the only public facility in the neighborhood and is a focal point for community activity. Lewis and Clark College is located within the District. The Portland metropolitan area, with a population of 1.2 million, is the cultural and economic center for Oregon. Residents enjoy the benefits of a major urban area, while living within a short drive of both the Cascade Mountains and the Pacific Ocean.
The Riverdale Community has valued excellence in education for more than 125 years. The community prides itself on its independent status and voted to retain this independence with the passage of a bond in March 1996 to build a high school. Riverdale School District has always enjoyed widespread community interest, involvement and support.
The Riverdale Grade School offers a program for students in preschool through grade eight and provides a comprehensive and varied curriculum. The preschool through grade eight students benefit from a low student-teacher ratio. The grade school is organized as Primary (Pre-K-4), Intermediate (5-6) and Upper Grades (7-8) to allow for broad curriculum flexibility. The faculty includes specialists in music, second languages, physical education, library/media, art and special education/student services. Students also enjoy a diverse selection of enrichment programs. A Field Studies program involving students and staff combines learning experiences with the opportunity to explore Oregon’s many resources. Both Riverdale Grade School and Riverdale High School have state-of-the-art computer labs with computers networked throughout the schools and connected to the Internet. The new state-of-the-art LEED Gold Grade School facility was completed in August 2010.
Riverdale High School opened in September 1996 for grades 9-12. The high school is located at 9727 SW Terwilliger Boulevard in Portland, just two miles from the Riverdale Grade School. Riverdale High School has grown to a student body in the mid-200’s, while maintaining a low student-teacher ratio to maximize individual attention. In addition to resident students, non-resident students are encouraged to attend Riverdale High School on a tuition or inter-district transfer basis.
Riverdale schools focus first and foremost on the relationship between teacher and student, and the academic disciplines that bring them together. Students are required to demonstrate their understanding of a core subject matter through classroom work as well as demonstrations called “exhibitions.” These exhibitions provide a basis for accountability by asking students to show what they know. The focus of the high school is to help adolescents learn to use their minds well. Riverdale School District is committed to providing education for all students that is personalized, learner-centered, and academically rigorous.
Aurora, OR. The Old Aurora Colony 44th Annual Quilt Show is hosting a portion of the AIDS Memorial Quilt. This internationally famous quilt is the sanctuary of the Aurora Presbyterian Church through October 23rd. TheOld Aurora Colony quilt show celebrates the 160th anniversary of the founding of the Aurora Colony in 1856 AND the 50th anniversary of the Old Aurora Colony Museum- in the heart of the French Prairie.
These handmade blocks, created by friends and family, tell the stories of individuals who have lost their lives to AIDS. The NAMES Project Foundation is the international organization that is the custodian of The AIDS Memorial Quilt. The AIDS Memorial Quilt began with a single 3 x 6 foot panel created in San Francisco in 1987. Today, The Quilt is composed of more than 49,000 individual 3 x 6 foot panels, each one commemorating the life of someone who has died of AIDS. These panels come from every state in the nation, every corner of the globe and they have been sewn by hundreds of thousands of friends, lovers and family members into this epic memorial, the largest piece of ongoing community art in the world.
Nearly 100 traditional and contemporary quilts will be exhibited throughout the Old Aurora Colony Museum and the historical Kraus House adjacent to the Museum, augmented by antique historical quilts from the Museum’s extensive collection. The centerpiece, as always, will be the Grand Prize Raffle Quilt, hand-quilted from the 2015 Quilt Block Contest winners by the Old Aurora Colony Quilters (Carol Burger, Ethel Combs, Mary Doak, Laude Hill, Gail McCormick and Dale Rushton),
Here are details about the Old Aurora Colony 44th Annual Quilt Show:
October 14-23, 2016 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Daily
Old Aurora Colony Museum
Admission $7.50 per person
Two Day Pass $12.00 per person
Admission to AIDS Memorial Quilt display-free
Groups of 10+ $5.00 per person
Portland, OR. Event organizers closed the street at Castaway Portland for 56 teams to compete in the round robin cornhole tournament. It was a benefit for Portland Youthbuilders which serves more than 200 young people a year, by offering programs for high school completion, vocational training, counseling, and support. The 4th annual Cornhole Classic on September 22nd had competitive and casual cornhole games. There were 350 guests and the event raised $142,000 to support Portland YouthBuilders. (Photo credit, Jaro Pylypczak)
Brenden Webb and Joey Yazzolino brought home the “gold” as this year’s winning cornhole team.
While the cornhole tournament was taking place, other event attendees took advantage of the time to check out the silent auction tables. White Pepper Catering provided a beautiful array of appetizers and also poured drinks from Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Hopworks Brewery, and A-Z Wineworks.
PYB Board Member Julie Kopet celebrates Mackenzie Polley’s big win in the live auction.
The Cornhole Classic was presented by O’Neill Walsh Community Builders.
From Portland YouthBuilders:
The mission of Portland YouthBuilders is to support young people who are committed to changing their lives to become self-sufficient, contributing members of the workforce and their community.
There’s a video about the nonprofit:
For many young people, the path to success in life is neither straight nor clear. PYB offers hope and a second chance at success for youth age 17-24 whose experiences with poverty, violence, drugs, hunger and loss have interrupted their route to success. Serving more than 200 young people a year, we offer a program of high school completion, vocational training, counseling, and support that helps our students find a new path and a clear vision of success filled with pride, leadership, and commitment to community.
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The Riverdale Grade School offers a program for students in preschool through grade eight and provides a comprehensive and varied curriculum. The preschool through grade eight students benefit from a low student-teacher ratio. The grade school is organized as Primary (Pre-K-4), Intermediate (5-6) and Upper Grades (7-8) to allow for broad curriculum flexibility. The faculty includes specialists in music, second languages, physical education, library/media, art and special education/student services. Students also enjoy a diverse selection of enrichment programs. A Field Studies program involving students and staff combines learning experiences with the opportunity to explore Oregon’s many resources. Both Riverdale Grade School and Riverdale High School have state-of-the-art computer labs with computers networked throughout the schools and connected to the Internet. The new state-of-the-art LEED Gold Grade School facility was completed in August 2010.
Riverdale High School opened in September 1996 for grades 9-12. The high school is located at 9727 SW Terwilliger Boulevard in Portland, just two miles from the Riverdale Grade School. Riverdale High School has grown to a student body in the mid-200’s, while maintaining a low student-teacher ratio to maximize individual attention. In addition to resident students, non-resident students are encouraged to attend Riverdale High School on a tuition or inter-district transfer basis.
Riverdale schools focus first and foremost on the relationship between teacher and student, and the academic disciplines that bring them together. Students are required to demonstrate their understanding of a core subject matter through classroom work as well as demonstrations called “exhibitions.” These exhibitions provide a basis for accountability by asking students to show what they know. The focus of the high school is to help adolescents learn to use their minds well. Riverdale School District is committed to providing education for all students that is personalized, learner-centered, and academically rigorous.
