North Plains, OR. Helping kids was the driver for the 220 golfers at the YMCA of Columbia-Willamette YLinks tournament at Pumpkin Ridge. The tournament on August 19th raised over $85,000 to fund scholarships to help low-income youth participate in programs like early childhood development, before and after school enrichment, camping and youth sports. (Photo credit, Scott Ripley and Lester Tsai)
Bob Hall, President, and CEO at the YMCA of Columbia-Willamette; Pee Wee Harrison, Motivational Speaker; Troy Weller, President of Precision Construction Company; and Neil Fernando, Board of Trustees got the ball rolling.
Pee Wee Harrison, a national motivational speaker and a past performer with Meadowlark Lemon’s Harlem All-Star Team. He inspired the crowd of Y supporters before a paddle raise. Scholarships help remove economic barriers so families may access Y programs that build spirit, mind and body.
Golfers have a lot to celebrate, including picture-perfect weather.
Y Links golfers perfecting their form.
The YLinks Business Leaders Golf for Good Tournament was presented by Precision Construction Company.
Here’s a list of the winners:
WITCH HOLLOW WINNERS
First Place—Emerio Design 1 with 61 points
Second Place—Craig Stein Beverage with 62 points
Longest Drive Men—Geoffrey Wunn
Longest Drive Women—Stephanie Sander
KP Closest to the Pin Men—Tandy Gardner
GHOST CREEK WINNERS
First Place—SOLUS, INC 1 with 55 points
Second Place—Mannahouse with 56 points
Longest Drive Men—John DeLaittre
Longest Drive Women—Marti Loeb
KP Closest to the Pin Men—Jon Grierson
KP Closest to the Pin Women—Shelby Kerr
First Place Women—WFG 1 with 65 points
Chipping Contest—Joey Lakoske
Putting Contest—Toni Altamirano
GOLF TOURNAMENT PHOTOS
Photos from the tournament can be downloaded at these links:
In 2018, we provided opportunities for almost 60,000 people to experience personal growth, strengthen relationships and build better communities. As we continue to grow, we become more than just a gym—we teach life-saving skills in the water, good sportsmanship on and off the field and ensure a brighter future for all. We provided more than 29,600 Health and Wellness memberships, taught more than 13,800 kids new skills in Youth Sports and gave more than $1.6 Million in Financial Assistance to the community. We saw more than 13,900 kids and teens participate in Day and Overnight Camps, almost 2,000 infants, toddlers, and preschoolers learn in early education and more than 2,200 kids improve their academic skills in our Before and After School programs. In 2018, almost 60.000 participants were involved in YMCA programs, which were provided by 1,963 volunteers. Last year, more than 13,789 kids participated in our youth sports leagues, 1,948 children were served in our early childhood programs and more than 5,000 kids attended Camp Collins. In addition, members and participants at our Y health, wellness, and sports facilities visited those locations more than 575,000 times and 2,397 kids participated in our school enrichment programs. In 2018, we celebrated 150 years of service and will continue to grow and to reach new communities in 2019 and beyond.
Portland, OR. Bridge Meadows and the Portland Opera are two of the nonprofits changing the venues in the aftermath of the damage to the Kridel Grand Ballroom located on the third floor of the Portland Art Museum’s Mark Building. When in use, the 9,000 square-foot space seats 560 people and is often the location of benefits and formal events. On September 3rd, a portion of the decorative ceiling fell inside the ballroom. No one was inside the room at the time. No artwork was damaged. Much of the collapse of the decorative ceiling was caught by a light truss. Click here for an update on the Bridge Meadows gala.
Damage is visible in this photo From Portland Art Museum
Engineers examined the room and the rest of the Mark Building Tuesday afternoon and found no structural safety issues.
The ballroom will be closed to staff and to the public for the immediate future. Engineers and other experts will be on-site over the next few days and weeks to determine the cause.
Located at the center of the city’s cultural district, the Grand Ballroom has hosted many of Portland’s great events from weddings to celebrations of life, graduations, proms, and nonprofit fundraising events. It is home to the annual HeART of Portland event showcasing art created by Portland Public Schools students. Prior to the 2005 renovation of the former Masonic Temple, the ballroom hosted a memorable Grateful Dead concert in 1967.
“So many of us share fond memories of attending events with our friends and families in the Grand Ballroom,” said Brian Ferriso, Director and Chief Curator of the Portland Art Museum. “We are doing everything possible to return this treasured space to the community.”
The Portland Art Museum is working with organizations and groups who have upcoming events scheduled for the Grand Ballroom. Every effort is being made to accommodate the events in an alternative Museum space.
Portland, OR. Girls in the Portland area stepped out of their comfort zone to rappel down the 200 Market Building during the fourth annual Rappel for Her benefit for Girls Inc. The fundraiser on August 2nd and 3rd aligns with the Girls Inc. message that encourages girls to be strong, smart, and bold. Participants who met a fundraising goal of $1,000 had the thrill of urban rappelling down the skyscraper at 200 Market Street in downtown Portland.
Girls Inc. partnered with an organization called Over the Edge, Since 2008, the company has helped non-profits around the world raise money with urban rappelling.
Girls Inc. is an organization that works with schools to provide an environment for young girls to develop their inner strength, courage, and ways to navigate economic and social barriers. Through supporting and mentoring girls all across the United States, Girls Inc. provides tools not only to be successful in school, but in all aspects of life.
Blaze, the Mascot from the Trail Blazers, even took on the challenge.
Girls ready to “Rappel for Her”
Here is a video highlighting the work of Girls Inc:
From Girls Inc:
The network of local Girls Inc. nonprofit organizations serves girls ages 6-18 at more than 1,400 sites in 400 cities across the United States and Canada. Our research-based programming is delivered by trained professionals who focus on the development of the whole girl, supporting, mentoring, and guiding girls in an affirming, pro-girl environment. Here, girls learn to value their whole selves, discover and develop their inherent strengths, and receive the support they need to navigate the challenges they face.
Girls Inc. girls live healthy and active lifestyles and are less likely to engage in risky behavior; they are eager to learn, successful in school, and more likely to graduate from post-secondary education; and they display diligence, perseverance and resilience.</em
Portland OR. RMHC supporters want you to join them for the Hearts & Hands Gala coming up on October 5th! It’s the biggest benefit of the year for Ronald McDonald House Charities of Oregon & SW Washington. The event will be held at The Nines (at 525 SW Morrison) and is black tie optional. Click here for a link to buy tickets or learn more about the gala.
Organizers expect the gala will raise much more than $700,000. “Guests will enjoy the wonderful company of KPTV-TV’s Shauna Parsons and Artisan Auction’s Dale Johannes, who will co-host the event this year. This beautiful evening will also feature a cocktail reception with a silent auction, a delicious dinner paired perfectly with Oregon’s finest wines, a live auction, dancing, and more!”
For nearly 35 years, supporters in our area have helped provide thousands of families with a home away from home at the Ronald McDonald House so that they can focus on the health of their child.
The 2018 Hearts & Hands Gala raised over $730,000 last year to support RMHC’s mission of providing a home away from home when families need it the most. This year’s event will celebrate RMHC’s partners and community of support that have made it possible to keep families close – without ever charging a fee. Susan Schnitzer, Phil Fogg, and Jessica Jarratt Miller are pictured in our first photo. Here are more photos from the gala last year:
Jessica Jarratt Miller, CEO of RMHC, (center) thanked donors like Gary and Christine Rood.
There’s room for everyone at the table!
Organizers explain, “What began as one House with 17 guest rooms has evolved into four beautiful Houses across the state with 69 rooms. If you are interested in supporting your local Ronald McDonald House, please join us at the Hearts & Hands Gala! Purchase a ticket or table today – seats are going fast! Click here for ticket information.”
From Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) of Oregon & SW Washington:
Our Mission
Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) of Oregon & SW Washington provides access to medical care, a “home away from home,” and a community of support for seriously ill or injured children and their families.
Keeping Families Close Since 1984
After two years of planning, the first Oregon Ronald McDonald House opened in 1984 within walking distance of OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital and Shriners Hospital for Children. In 1997, two more Ronald McDonald Houses opened: one in Bend, serving families who traveled for care at St. Charles Medical Center, and a second in Portland, just steps away from Randall Children’s Hospital on the campus of Legacy Emanuel Hospital.
In order to meet the evolving needs of our families and to increase capacity, our Houses have undergone various remodels and relocations. What began as one House with 17 guest rooms has evolved into three beautiful Houses with 56 rooms. For more than three decades, our dedicated staff and volunteers have offered comfort and support, a well-stocked kitchen, and a comfortable bed to more than 35,000 families, reminding everyone who enters our Houses that they are always at home and never alone.
Part of a Global Family
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Oregon & SW Washington is part of a global network of Ronald McDonald Houses and programs that serve nearly 6,000,000 children and families annually. Since 1974, our network of local chapters have been making children happier and healthier by keeping families together and giving them a place to rest and heal. Tailored to meet the urgent needs of each community, these programs can now be found in more than 60 countries and regions across the globe.
Our Financial Health
Our Houses are built on the simple idea that nothing else should matter when a family is focused on the health of their child — not where they will get their next meal or where they will lay their head at night to rest. Families are invited to stay at our Houses for free and offered meals and snacks, which removes a major barrier for families who may not be able to find alternative housing. In Portland, the average hotel costs $175 per night. At our Houses, it’s always $0.
Community Reports
Every year, we create an annual report to share family stories, and update donors and supporters about our programs and financial health. To review previous years’ reports, click here.
Editor’s note: Fall Preview is a PortlandSocietyPage.com feature and is sponsored content.
Portland, OR. Focus Features is teaming up with the Pittock Mansion to give away VIP tickets to see an advanced screening of the new Downton Abbey the movie.
Visitors see the chance of winning a VIP ticket to the advanced screening as an exciting opportunity.
Visitors to the Mansion can enter for a chance to win starting Monday, September 9th through Friday, September 13th during museum hours. The Pittock Mansion is open 10:00 am-4:00 pm and admission for adults is $12.00.
The advanced screening is scheduled for Wednesday, September 18th at 7:00 pm at a local Portland theater.
In addition to the VIP ticket giveaway, Focus Features will be onsite Friday, September 13th from noon-3:00 pm to give away five prize packages featuring a Downton Abbey weekender bag, umbrella, and more.
Filming of the Downton Abbey movie took place Highclere Castle.
The film is set in 1927–1929, and features a royal visit to Downton Abbey by King George V and Queen Mary.
“Visitors to Pittock Mansion often compare the magical world of Downton Abbey to what they are experiencing when they tour the museum,” Associate Director Jennifer Gritt explains. “We are so thrilled to be able to partner with Focus Features and give our visitors a chance to see this film before it hits theaters.”
The “Register to Win” box will be located on the lower level outside the Mansion’s current exhibit Portland’s World’s Fair: Souvenirs of the Lewis and Clark Exposition.
Built in 1914, Pittock Mansion tells the story of Portland’s transformation from pioneer town to modern, industrialized city through the history and legacy of one its most influential families, the Pittocks. Saved from demolition by dedicated citizens in 1964, the Mansion and surrounding estate was purchased by the City of Portland and opened to the public as a historic house museum.
In 2007, the nonprofit Pittock Mansion Society took over museum operations. The Society works in collaboration with Portland Parks & Recreation to operate and preserve the historic buildings. Pittock Mansion is supported by general admission, memberships, donations, grants, and museum store purchases.
Portland, OR. Grab your pug and head to the Civic Taproom and Bottle Shop near Providence Park on Saturday, September 14th. The taproom will donate one dollar for every pint sold to the Pacific Pug Rescue. The fundraiser is for those 21 and over, and will support the nonprofit’s mission to rehabilitate and place unwanted, neglected and abused pugs in permanent adoptive homes. Dogs need to be well socialized and on a leash to attend.
Pints for Pugs at Civic Taproom, March 2019
The benefit will take place on Saturday, September 14th from 1pm – 4pm. The Civic Taproom and Bottle Shop located on 621 SW 19th Ave, in Portland. It’s free to attend and you’ll also have the chance to enter a raffle to win a gift basket. Treats and Pacific Pug Rescue merchandise will be available for purchase as well.
Pints for Pugs at Civic Taproom, March 2019
Organizers encourage you to attend Pints for Pugs to enjoy an afternoon filled with socializing, crafted beer, and prizes as you help raise money for pugs in need.
Here’s a video about the work of the Pacific Pug Rescue:
About Pacific Pug Rescue:
Pacific Pug Rescue is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization started in 2006. More than 100 Pug obsessed volunteers dedicate themselves to running the organization, including a passionate board of directors, some of whom have been volunteering for us since the beginning.
We rescue, rehabilitate and place unwanted, neglected and abused Pugs in permanent adoptive homes that have been carefully screened. The Pugs and former owners we work with are from throughout Oregon, Idaho and Washington and we rescue pugs regardless of age or medical condition, seeking to provide for their short and long-term needs. Prior to adoption, our Pugs are cared for by our dedicated foster families located in the Portland Metro area. While there and before adoption can occur, our Pugs receive medical care including spaying/neutering, dental checks, vaccinations, and microchips. In addition to saving Pugs, we strive to educate the public about the breed, including its personality, health issues and care, and about the importance of domestic animal population control.
Portland, OR. The Fred Astaire Dance Studios hosted the 2019 Northwest Dance Championships on August 23rd and 24th at the Downtown Hilton. Guest judge Tony Dovolani, from Dancing with the Stars, posed for a photo with Battle Royale couple competitors Ryan Lockhart & Danelle Newman from San Diego and Ilya Velednitsky & Mariya Ilchenko from Phoenix. 2019 Northwest Dance Championships raised $30,000 for Tony Dovolani’s Foundation for Special Needs Children.
Sydney Webber, Jan Lampe, and Timber Joey without his hardhat.
Melissa and Hayden Staley made the Northwest Dance Championships Professional Battle Royale event a Mom and daughter fun night out.
Attendees enjoyed a cocktail hour where they placed bids for various auction items and had the opportunity to meet Tony Dovolani.
Timber Joey, Sydney Webber, and Jessi Aillon (Fred Astaire Dance Studios Portland co-owner and Northwest Dance Championships event coordinator).
Sydney Webber (left) mingles with the team from Artisan Auctions.
Attendees enjoy a spin around the dance floor prior to the professional Battle Royale couples performances.
The winners of the inaugural Northwest Dance Championships Professional Battle Royale were Aaron & Iryna Desoto from Longview, NJ. Presenting them with the award (an ax to represent Portland) was Timber Joey and Tony Dovolani.
Guest judge Jim Carter and Alex Aillon (Fred Astaire Dance Studios Portland co-owner).
Jessi & Alex Aillon, co-owners of Fred Astaire Dance Studios Portland, worked set to create an event where competitors and visitors would experience the beautiful Pacific Northwest.
Portland, OR. “Trophies collect dust. It’s relationships that are the most important,” explained Olympian Mia Hamm at the 6th Annual Women’s Leadership Summit. Good Day Oregon’s Shauna Parsons interviewed Hamm. The Summit was part of Cambia Portland Classic tournament week. The theme of this year’s summit was “Keeping Portland Resilient,” sharing stories of women who have forged bold new paths.
Shauna Parsons (Anchor, Good Day Oregon) and Olympian Mia Hamm
Mia Hamm is a retired professional soccer player and two-time Olympic gold medalist. She spoke about experiencing the loss of her brother and life lessons that she has passed along to her 12-year-old twin girls. Mia continues to serve as an inspiration to young girls, as an outspoken advocate for Title IX and gender equality across sporting lines.
The Building Resilient Communities Panel included moderator Peggy Maguire, featured with panelists Commissioner Susheela Jayapal, Kay Toran and Elizabeth Nye
“Building Resilient Communities” panelists included Kay Toran (CEO, Volunteers of America Oregon), Commissioner Susheela Jayapal, and Elizabeth Nye (Executive Director, Girls Inc. of the Pacific Northwest). Panelists discussed the influences in their lives and lessons learned. Panelists also touched on the impact of diversity and how it makes communities stronger.
Panel moderator Kelly Clarke (Editor in Chief, Portland Monthly), featured with Sadie Lincoln, Jordan Dinwiddie and Jaime Schmidt
Women’s Leadership Summit attendees had the opportunity to hear from another panel comprised of three women who are defining their own paths through business and creating opportunities for women of every background. Panelists Sadie Lincoln (Co-founder and CEO, barre3), Jordan Dinwiddie (Copywriter, Wieden+Kennedy) and Jaime Schmidt (Founder, Schmidt’s Naturals) spoke to how they have navigated their way through career challenges and triumphs, approaching every opportunity with courage.
About Tournament Golf Foundation:
Tournament Golf Foundation (TGF) is a local Portland area non-profit comprised largely of volunteers who donate their time and provide the primary operations for the Portland Classic. Established in 1972, the group is now comprised of more than 50 local individuals and business leaders.
About Cambia Health Solutions:
Cambia Health Solutions, headquartered in Portland, Oregon, is dedicated to transforming health care. We put people at the heart of everything we do as we work to make the health care system more economically-sustainable and efficient for people and their families. Our company reaches more than 70 million Americans nationwide, including more than two million people in the Pacific Northwest who are enrolled in our regional health plans. To learn more about us, visit CambiaHealth.com<https://www.cambiahealth.com/> or Twitter.com/cambia<https://twitter.com/cambia>.
West Linn, OR. 48 golfers came to the Oregon Golf Club for the 7th Annual golf tournament benefiting Court Appointed Special Advocates of Clackamas County (CASA). The benefit on August 26th raised $23,000 and featured a putting contest, hole-in-one challenge, and long drive competition. Suzie Moll (CASA board member), Robin Christian (Executive Director), and Don Remlinger (CASA board member) were golf committee members. (Photo credit, Robert Parish)
The mission of CASA is to train and support community volunteers to provide a voice in court and advocate for the best interests of abused and neglected children in the foster care system who need safe and permanent homes.
The tournament culminated in a dinner program which explained how 67 children still need CASA volunteers in Clackamas County. The $23,000 raised will allow 12 Court Appointed Special Advocates to help children for one year.
Jane Kreider, a CASA volunteer, has attended the event every year.
Northwest Demolition & Dismantling, was a Silver Sponsor.
August 31st, 2020 will be the date of next year’s golf tournament.
Here’s a video about the program:
From CASA:
CASA of Clackamas County has operated a successful, outcome-based program in Clackamas County since 1993. We operate the only program in the county that recruits, trains, and supervises community volunteers who are authorized by the court to advocate for children placed in foster care due to abuse and neglect.
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs) are a special kind of volunteer.
Our volunteers contact caseworkers, interview parents and other family members, ensure children receive necessary medical care, look out for educational interests, and make recommendations in court regarding the permanent placement of the child. Most importantly, they serve as a constant person for that child to count on during a very tumultuous time.
Our program started with two volunteers who served four children. In our most recently closed fiscal year (2016-17), 121 volunteer advocates served 244 children. Currently, more than 130 children who could benefit from the guidance of a volunteer advocate are on our waiting list. Our overriding goal is to serve ALL of the children in our community who need an advocate’s help.
Fall Preview: Dogs and their people are invited to Providence Park for the third annual Bark in the Park. The special Timbers 2 match is a benefit for the pets at the Oregon Humane Society. Portland Timbers 2 is the reserve squad of the Portland Timbers of Major League Soccer. This waggin’ good time also includes custom merchandise, a prize drawing, and a meet and greet with OHS adoptable dogs.
When: Sunday, Sept.8, 2019 – game starts at 2 p.m., gates open at 1:30 p.m.
Where: Providence Park, 1844 SW Morrison Street, Portland, OR
$5 of every ticket sold benefits the pets at the Oregon Humane Society.
Details: Support shelter pets and enjoy an afternoon of Timbers 2 soccer. A special section of Providence Park will be dedicated to fans and their canine BFFs. Bark in the Park attendees all receive a commemorative dog collar. Purchase four or more tickets and be entered to win a signed Timbers jersey.
About Oregon Humane Society:
The Oregon Humane Society is the Northwest’s oldest and largest humane society, with one of the highest adoption rates in the nation. OHS receives no government funds for its adoption, education and animal cruelty investigation programs. Visit oregonhumane.org for more information.
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