Portland, OR. Over 350 guests filled the street outside Castaway in Northeast Portland to watch 56 teams battle it out for the gold medal at Portland YouthBuilders (PYB) 5th annual Cornhole Classic.
PYB is a program for youth from 17 to 24 whose experiences with poverty, violence, drugs, hunger and loss have interrupted their route to success. Serving more than 200 young people a year, the nonprofit offers a program of high school completion, vocational training, counseling, and support to help students realize their dreams.
The September 8th event, presented by O’Neill/Walsh Community Builders and the Pacific Northwest Regional Council of Carpenters, raised over $140,000 to support PYB students and programs.
Attendees ham it up at the photo booth, provided by Phototainment
Guests enjoy dinner provided by Jake’s Catering before the live auction begins.
From Portland YouthBuilders:
We are always inspired by stories from our students like our graduate Jesus and all the good that he is bringing to his neighborhood. This is what we do: PYB gives young people the tools and confidence needed to stabilize, thrive, and participate in their communities.
We could not have had this event without the support of our sponsors and guests, and their belief in our students’ ability to create a better future for themselves, for their families, and for their communities.
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.
Portland, September 10th, 2015. If you couldn’t join the thousands who flocked to Pioneer Courthouse Square for The Standard’s Annual Volunteer Expo, you’re in luck. We’ve got all the information and website links to explore over 125 local nonprofits that could use your time.
A full list of links of nonprofits is at the bottom of our story.
R. Richard Crockett, (left) is the Program Operations Director & Volunteer Coordinator at Chess for Success.
Classroom Law Project is a non-profit organization of individuals, educators, lawyers, and civic leaders building strong communities by teaching students to become active citizens.
The Standard’s Volunteer Expo has repeat participants year after year, here’s a look at some nonprofits which continue to recruit volunteers:
Jenny Bedell-Stiles and Andy Meeks from Friends of Trees
talks with Casey Rhodes and Clark Hays.
Jenny Chu from Literary Arts
New Avenues For Youth volunteers are a hit every year because they dish out the free Ben and Jerry’s Ice Cream!
Rachel Randles from Oregon Historical Society
The Volunteers of America recruited some new volunteers!
Special Olympics Oregon has room for coaches and event volunteers.
Newspace Center for Photography promoted its multidimensional photography resource center and community hub for students, working artists, professional photographers, educators, and photo-enthusiasts of all types.
Latino Network’s Edgar Ortega
Boys & Girls Clubs of Portland Metro Area had a colorful display.
The Work for Art’s Community Fund and Arts Education Fund support more than 80 arts and culture organizations every year—encompassing dance, visual arts, music, literary arts, media arts, theater, cultural arts, and arts education.
IMPACT NW drew prospective volunteers who learned that each year over 60,000 low-income children, youth, families, seniors, and adults with disabilities participate in Impact NW’s comprehensive anti-poverty programs.
The YMCA was handing out information about programs.
People who stopped by The Q Center booth were met with a friendly smile.
National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Oregon Chapter staffers promoted their many volunteer options.
Reps from the Feral Cat Coalition of Oregon explained their work on behalf of local cats and kittens.
American Red Cross volunteer recruiters had the trademark red vests!
The mission of the Make-A-Wish Oreogn Foundation® is to grant the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy.
Northwest Pilot Project began in 1969 as an all volunteer agency to provide basic supports for seniors at risk of losing their ability to live independently.
Miracle Theatre Group is The Northwest’s premiere Latino arts and culture organization.
Camp Fire offers opportunities for volunteers who like to work with kids.
Bridge Meadows is a multi-generation housing community serving Oregon’s vulnerable populations; foster youth, adoptive parents and elders (55+).
Here’s a list of links to charities at the The Standard’s Volunteer Expo. Please consider donating your time, and tell them PortlandSocietyPage.com sent you!
Portland, August 11th, 2014. The second annual Cornhole Classic to benefit Portland YouthBuilders (PYB) drew 150 players and spectators, including a special appearance by Timber Joey. The highly anticipated beanbag tournament was held at the East Concourse of Providence Park, where 40 teams competed in either experienced or novice divisions.
The PYB Advocacy Board (Back row, L-R: Kara Carmosino, Bennett Barnwell, Mike Nierengarten, Tonia Kovtunovich (staff), Andrew Fadenrecht, Abe Kats, Sam Pogue. Front row, L-R: Natalie Whitlock, Danielle Radcliffe, Kamauri Yeh, Ally Ramirez, Leah Rinta, Cassady Kennebeck.
The 2014 Cornhole Classic Novice Division Champions were teammates Anthony Devenuta and Megan McKee of team “A-Maize-ing”.
Scott Eberly and Sky Rousse of team “Vanagons” were the Champions of the 2014 Cornhole Classic Experience Division.
The Top 4 teams of both experienced and novice teams compete
Amidst the intense rounds of cornhole games, guests enjoyed checking out the Cornhole Classic photobooth, incredible raffle prizes that were awarded to six lucky winners and the silent auction that comprised of five custom-designed Cornhole board sets created by local Portland artists.
The Cornhole Classic was created by PYB’s Advocacy Board, which consists of young professionals ages 35 and younger, to encourage awareness and support of PYB from other young professionals in Portland. Organizers thanked the 2014 Cornhole Classic sponsors from Microsoft, Portland Timbers, Wieden+Kennedy, BCI Broup, Big Wings Media, Dr. Martens, Walsh Construction Co., Starbucks, Revelry Agency, Widmer Brothers Brewing, and Waltronic Press.
About Portland YouthBuilders:
At Portland YouthBuilders (PYB), low-income youth work on completing their high school education while learning a trade that can help them enter a career in either construction or computer technology. Whether building affordable homes for local families or creating websites for nonprofit organizations, all Portland YouthBuilders students learn the value and importance of hard work, caring for the community, and becoming positive leaders. PYB’s goal is to move young people out of poverty and into self-sufficiency.
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