Portland, April 23rd, 2014. Supporters of Habitat for Humanity Portland/Metro East packed the Oregon Convention Center Ballroom for its Habitat HopeBuilder Breakfast. Fans donated $240,000 which is used to build homes for low-income families in need. Dick Fournier and Carol Blanusa enjoyed the gathering. (photo credit, Heather Binns and Bill Purcell)

Carla Can Hoomissen, Kay Morse, Phil Grillo

Carla Van Hoomissen, Kay Morse, Phil Grillo

Dayna Corwin and Larry Corwin

Dayna Corwin and Larry Corwin

Habitat President and CEO, Steve Messinetti and Portland City Commissioner Dan Saltzman

Habitat President and CEO, Steve Messinetti and Portland City Commissioner Dan Saltzman

 

Dr. Donna Beegle keynotes on the war against poverty

Dr. Donna Beegle keynotes on the war against poverty

 

View of the room of over 1,100 people.

Over 1,100 people came out to support the cause.

The mission of Habitat for Humanity Portland/ Metro East revitalizes neighborhoods is to builds affordable and sustainable homes and empowers families through successful homeownership. 

Here’s a video about the organization:

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