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Bridlemile Foundation 60th Diamond Anniversary Gala Raises $93,000

Portland, OR. The Bridlemile Foundation 60th Diamond Anniversary Gala & Auction on March 17th raised over $93,000 to support the elementary school. Auction co-chair Lindsay Warner, posed for a phto with auctioneer Matthew Di Loreto and co-chair KaDo Gorman. The Bridlemile Foundation is led by parent volunteers who raise money to allow administrators to hire additional staff to enhance and diversify academic programs at the southwest Portland school. Bridlemile Elementary opened its doors on September 4, 1958. This 2017-2018 school year marks the diamond anniversary 60th school year for the facility. (Photo credit, Jason DeSomer)

Erin Allcutt, Alison Elia, Winnie Callough, Amanda Bruyere, Kitta Bodmer and Brianna Showell

Principle Brad Pearson discussing the history of the school. 

Paula and John O’Neil

Jen Moylan, Derik Vowels, Amanda Vowels and Mark Moylan

Cakes were donated by Baker and Spice. Malka Jewelers generously donated diamond earrings.

The Bridlemile community at the 60th Diamond Anniversary Gala & Auction.

From Bridlemile Foundation:

Bridlemile Elementary opened its doors on September 4, 1958. This 2017-2018 school year marks the diamond anniversary for Bridlemile—the 60th school year for the facility. Please help the Bridlemile Foundation and all of the Bridlemile community celebrate our school throughout this special school year.

The Bridlemile Foundation is a not-for-profit fundraising organization dedicated to maintaining Bridlemile’s ability to provide an excellent elementary education for its students.

The Bridlemile Foundation raises funds from families and community partners to provide resources to the school to increase staffing in order to enrich learning and preserve a comprehensive educational experience.

The Bridlemile Foundation is made up of the following volunteers:

President: Brad Nelson

Vice President: Tim Hartley

Treasurer: Barbra Littrel

Secretary:  Jen Moylan

Directors:

  • Marc Albers
  • Joe Boyles
  • JC Garay
  • Heather Keeling
  • Paula O’neil
  • Mona Rogers
  • Kate Touminen
  • Robin Warner
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