Portland, September 22nd, 2013. Partners for a Hunger-Free Oregon helped kick off Bon Appétit Presents: Feast Portland. Activist are hoping the celebration of Oregon’s agricultural bounty will help them feed more hungry people. In 2012, Partners for a Hunger-Free Oregon received $23,000 of the $46,000 Feast raised for Oregon hunger relief. Nonprofits received 50% of the net benefits from Feast and were happy to continue the partnership this fall. One of the free events took place in Director’s Park where people sampled surf-and-turf from Whole Foods meat and seafood partners.
Ocean Beauty Seafood was serving up lox and salmon caviar.
American Homestead served up Hampshire pork sausages.
Portlanders lined up 20 deep for free sliders.
Feast’s Best Butcher contest featured 11 butchers and 11 fishmonger sharpening their knives to go head-to-tail for the glory of being named best in their craft.
Ticket sales from the food festival supported both Partners for a Hunger-Free Oregon and the national nonprofit, Share Our Strength. Feast Portland coincides with No Kid Hungry month in September, promoted by Share Our Strength to raise awareness of hunger across the country. As kids head back to school, a staggering 285,591 children (53 percent of all students in Oregon) are counting on free and reduced price meals to make it through the school day. Partners for a Hunger-Free Oregon helps connect kids to the healthy food they need to learn and grow. “Kids are our future, and they need a healthy start in life to be successful as adults,” said Patti Whitney-Wise, executive director of Partners for a Hunger-Free Oregon. “When children get enough to eat, they can concentrate in school instead of being distracted by how hungry they feel. We see this event as a catalyst for engaging the food industry and Oregonians in creating a better future for our kids.”
In Oregon, one in four children is at risk for hunger, one of the highest rates of child food insecurity in the nation. The consequences of child hunger are long-term, interfering with a child’s ability to learn, earn and thrive. More than half (53%) of Oregon’s students (K-12) are eligible for free or reduced price school meals, reflecting a high need in many communities.
“Hunger is a serious problem, but it can be solved,” said Whitney-Wise. “Private and public partnerships make all the difference, such as the Feast Portland event. We are fortunate to have a plan in our state, Ending Hunger Before it Begins. I encourage all Oregonians to help reverse this devastating trend. Together we will have a greater impact.”
How to help:
Read Oregon’s plan, Ending Hunger Before it Begins Become a Partner: Donate funds, Volunteer, Share your voice
Visit www.nokidhungry.org or www.oregonhunger.org for more ways to help.
Portland, September 22rd, 2013. More than 10,000 people marked the 27th anniversary of AIDS Walk Portland by pounding the pavement for 2.5 miles and raising a tenth of Cascade AIDS Project’s (CAP) annual budget. (photo credit, Digital Reality Portland) Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici addressed the crowd at the opening ceremony in Pioneer Courthouse Square.
Cascade AIDS Project, AIDS Walk 2013 with 10,000 in the square
Female impersonator Cassie Nova added sparkle to the walk which started at Pioneer Courthouse Square.
Andrew Shayde was one of the top fundraisers. He’s joined at the square by and Chris Ritchey.
Bekah Telew and Daniel Ryan Shor at Pioneer Courthouse Square.
At the AIDS Walk 2013 supporters were remembering loved ones
CAP hoped to raise over $450,000 at this year’s event which was still less than the 2012 total. CAP will continue to accept donations. You can donate by clicking this link.
All money raised goes to support CAP’s efforts to prevent new HIV infections, care for people affected or infected by HIV/AIDS, educate communities to eliminate stigma and shame and advocate for immediate action in combating the pandemic.
“We are thrilled for this year’s walk,” said Peter Parisot, Development Director for Cascade AIDS Project. “CAP and its partners have been raising funds to fight HIV/AIDS for almost 30 years now. Though the needs of those living with HIV/AIDS have changed, the need for our services has not. There are still over 50,000 new HIV infections in the U.S every year and with more than one million Americans infected. We can’t afford not to take action.”
Of the estimated 7,000 people living with HIV in Oregon – twenty percent (20%) do not know they are HIV positive. AIDS Walk Portland raises critical funds to increase awareness of the disease and support those living with the virus. Practicing safe sex (using a condom), knowing your HIV status, and getting access to housing and health care if HIV positive are the most effective methods for preventing and treating the disease. CAP will use money raised by the walk to fund program areas including housing and support services, education and prevention, free HIV testing, and connecting people to healthcare.
Sponsors for the 2013 AIDS Walk Portland include Presenting Sponsor, Chevron; Advocacy Sponsors: Oregon Health and Sciences University and Macy’s; Gold Level Sponsors Genetech, Hobo’s, Nike, and PQ Monthly; Silver Sponsors: Fred Meyer’s, FamilyCare Health Plans, Departure, Hotel Monaco, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, NW Natural, Wells Fargo, and The Standard; Hydration Sponsors: Legacy Health System, Pfizer, Providence Health and Services, and Complete Clothing. There are several media sponsors including Clear Channel Outdoor, El Hispanic, Kink FM, Live 95.5 Just Out, Alpha Broadcasting, the Oregonian, and TriMet.
About Cascade AIDS Project: Incorporated in 1985, Cascade AIDS Project (CAP) is the oldest and largest AIDS Service Organization in Oregon and Southwest Washington. CAP’s mission is to prevent HIV infections, support and empower people affected and infected by HIV/AIDS, and eliminate HIV/AIDS-related stigma. Last year, more than 80% of CAP’s $5.9 million budget went directly to programs serving the agency’s mission, earning Charity Navigator’s top rating. CAP’s programs serve the broad and diverse set of communities touched by HIV—from teens, Latinos, the gay community, and families living with HIV to the thousands of individuals throughout the state who seek education each year through the Oregon HIV/STD Hotline. All in all, last year CAP provided HIV/AIDS education and prevention services to nearly 15,000 people and coordinated wrap-around support services for 1,680 people affected and infected with HIV/AIDS in the fivecounty Portland metropolitan area.
CAP’s History: Founded in 1983 and incorporated in 1985, Cascade AIDS Project is the oldest and largest community-based provider of HIV services, housing, education and advocacy in Oregon and Southwest Washington.
Before 1983, two main organizations provided HIV-related services to the Portland area community: CHESS (Community Health and Essential Support Services), who provided one-on-one emotional support, and Cascade AIDS Project (CAP), who provided education to gay/bisexual men. Their merger in 1983 consolidated HIV-related services and prevented competition for very limited resources. The new CAP was a barebones organization, consisting of an executive director and a PAL program coordinator. These two staff members were assisted by volunteers and a 21-member volunteer board of directors. Under the first executive director of the new CAP, services expanded to include a volunteer-operated Speakers Bureau, a Client Services Program, and the Oregon AIDS Hotline (a joint venture between CAP and the Oregon State Health Division). The total agency budget was less than $100,000.
In 1985, CAP was legally incorporated, and in 1986 we received our 501(c)3 designation. CAP became a strong voice in the community for HIV education, prevention and service issues.
In 1986, “From All Walks of Life” became the first pledge walk to benefit AIDS care and education in Portland. The “AIDS Walk” fundraiser has become an annual event that draws thousands of participants, community recognition and support.
In 1989, CAP created the “Art Auction,” an auction of artwork by local and well-known artists, with all proceeds raised helping to support the work of Cascade AIDS Project and assist people living with and affected by HIV/AIDS in Oregon and Southwest Washington.
In 1991, after the inception of the Ryan White CARE Act (RWCA), CAP received its first funds to provide HIV non-medical services to clients. After establishing a contract with Multnomah County to provide prevention and wellness services in 1992, CAP launched a new prevention campaign.
CAP has grown considerably since its beginning, from a 2 person staff to over 60, from a budget of $100,000 to over $6 million. CAP operates multiple programs from its main service site and receives support from over 600 volunteers. It has always been an organization that depends heavily on volunteers. This is true now more than ever, as CAP expands services to meet growing needs in the community.
Cascade AIDS Project helps people put their lives back together; to secure housing, find essential medical care and deal with the countless issues that make the difference between giving up or getting up and going on. With HIV and AIDS, the huge emotional and financial burden to all affected by it can be staggering. Some people lose their jobs, their housing, their friends and family and any means of support. Imagine what it must be like for someone who suddenly finds they are without the essentials we so often take for granted. Shelter, life skills training, and emotional support; these are what CAP provides.
Portland, September 20th, 2013. Neighborhood House held its 7th annual Leadership Circle Dinner to honor top supporters including Pamela Kambur of Home Forward, Mari Yerger of Neighborhood House, and Harriet Cormack, Home Forward Board of Commissioners Chair. They toured the construction site of the new Children’s Center the agency is building in conjunction with Home Forward’s new Stephens Creek Crossing affordable housing site in Southwest Portland. Guests toured the site to view the early construction stages of what will become the Children’s Center and Opportunity Center. (Photo credit, Ann Rogers-Williams) They also had a chance to see a built-out version of both a standard and an ADA-compliant apartment. As one viewer said, “It is so great to see how nice and accessible these apartments will be.”
50 major donors and Neighborhood House staff celebrating together at the Opportunity Center site which will service low-income people.
Donors and Neighborhood House staff celebrating together in the Opportunity Center site.
Executive Director, Rick Nitti welcomes new Head Start Director, Nancy Perin.
After the tour, participants enjoyed a presentation and dinner in the partially-built Opportunity Center, next to the Children’s Center site. Executive Director Rich Nitti launched the event with highlights of the agency’s work in the last year and an update the Children’s Center Capital Campaign, which has raised more than $350,000 to date toward its goal of $900,000.
Mark Holloway, the Executive Director of Social Venture Partners, shared remarks on the importance of supporting early childhood education. Neighborhood House’s new Head Start Manager, Nancy Perin, spoke about how Head Start is addressing the vital educational and social needs of children during their critic first five years of development. The event wrapped up with Head Start parent Natalie Fisher sharing her first hand experiences and successes with her own child’s participation in the program. She explained how she had learned the value “of getting down on the floor with your children” and finding new ways to participate in their learning process.
About Neighborhood House: Across the Community and Across the Life-span Neighborhood House delivers innovative and life-changing programs for low-income people of all ages. Our highly-effective education and social support programs fall into the following core service areas:
Our dedicated staff and volunteers work in schools, community centers and public housing sites, as well as our own facilities, to serve more than 18,000 people each year across the greater Portland area.
Comprehensive Services
Neighborhood House’s wide array of programs provide comprehensive services that effectively meet the needs of our low-income and senior clients, many who struggle with not just one, but multiple challenges. We believe our wrap-around service model is the most efficient and compassionate way to help people in need.
Meeting the Needs of Diverse Communities
Neighborhood House’s clients represent a remarkably diverse mix of ethnicities and cultures. To meet the needs of these diverse communities, Neighborhood House offers culturally specific services for African, Latino, Middle Eastern, and Russian immigrants in various programs and requires cultural competency of all programs and staff. 38% of our program staff are bicultural from cultures served by Neighborhood House; 12% more are bilingual. Neighborhood House staff regularly provide diversity training for other organizations, including Multnomah County, Portland Public Schools and Home Forward (formerly Housing Authority of Portland).
Portland, September 28th, 2013. Local health advocates swathed in teal are raising awareness about the symptoms of ovarian cancer (read those symptoms below!) September is National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and supporters marked it with several colorful gatherings, like the September 6th taping of AM Northwest. The Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Oregon and SW Washington joined thousands across the country wearing teal in support of ovarian cancer awareness; the Morrison Bridge was also illuminated with teal lights on the 19th.
Ovarian cancer awareness supporters attend the City of Portland City Council meeting on September 18 to hear Mayor Hales read a city-wide proclamation naming September “Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month” in the City of Portland.
Diane O’Connor and Diane Elizondo, the co-founders of the Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Oregon and SW Washington applaud a sold-out crowd at “O-Vary Funny! A Stand-up Benefit for Ovarian Cancer” on Sept. 19th
Health advocated report, “Symptoms of ovarian cancer may include bloating, pelvic or abdominal pain, difficulty eating or feeling full quickly, and urinary urgency or frequency. If these symptoms persist almost daily for two weeks, experts suggest a combination pelvic/rectal exam, CA 125 blood test and a transvaginal ultrasound.” Ovarian cancer is the 5th leading cause of cancer-related deaths among women, and is the deadliest of all the gynecologic cancers. According to the American Cancer Society, in 2013 more than 22,000 women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer, and more than 14,000 will die from it.
There is no diagnostic or screening test to detect ovarian cancer. As a result, many women are diagnosed in late stages. Knowing the symptoms is essential to ensuring an early diagnosis and achieving best-chance odds of survival.
The Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Oregon and SW Washington is a partner member of the Ovarian Cancer National Alliance, the foremost advocate for women with ovarian cancer in the United States. OCAOSW is a 501(c)(3) organization.
Editor’s note: I’m a very fortunate survivor of ovarian cancer and applaud the efforts of The Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Oregon and SW Washington to raise awareness about this very serious form of cancer.
Clackamas, September 13th, 2013. The Clackamas Dogs Foundation (CDF) hosted a Charity Golf (and putt putt) Tournament at Sah Hah Lee Golf Course. Unifylink’s team included: Chris Young, Rachel Wood, Paul Clem, and Shawn Webber. Despite being an overcast morning, the sun came out in time for tee off and sent everyone down the course in a great mood.
Thanks to sponsors Unifylink, Dignified Pet Services and Dixon Golf, more than $1,000 was raised to support the Clackamas County Animal Adoption and Education Center, formerly known as the Clackamas County Dog Services shelter.
Winning 4-some Stan Cioeta, Jerry Cioeta, Jo Brown and Craig Hills
Rachel Wood and Chris Young from Unifylink enjoying chicken, cheesy potatoes and salad after 18 holes of golf.
Dignified Pet Services Team: Sam Statham, Derrick Baugher, Lyn Mann, Nic Tjaden
Gresham and Sandy residents took first place in the tournament this year: Jerry Cioeta, Stan Cioeta, Jo Brown and Craig Hills with a 47 (or 7 under-par). Additional groups, including the “Friends of Jerry and Misti Wallis” team, trailed close on their heels.
CDF, founded as a tax-exempt organization in 2012 to support the shelter and outreach programs of Clackamas County Dog Services, is pleased with the first year of the tournament and raffle. “We tried to make it easy for participants to end their work with golfing with us,” said CDF Development Officer Maura White. “We’ve made new friends for the foundation and are already talking about holding another one in July next year. A 3-par course is a great place to host a tournament.”
During the past year, CDF has sponsored clinics where low-income pet owners were able to get their dogs & cats spayed/neutered (which helps reduce pet overpopulation), purchased a Dental Sonic Machine to more quickly address dog dental health issues, and supported elderly pet owners receiving pet food through Animeals which partners with Meals on Wheels. CDF also received a portion of the Maddie’s Fund award given to Portland shelters knows as the Animal Shelter Alliance of Portland (ASAP). The award recognized that no healthy animal has been euthanized in a Portland-area shelter for more than two years. CDF continues to look for ways to fund innovative programs at the Center.
For more information or to learn more about becoming involved, please go to www.clackamasdogsfoundation.org or contact Maura White, 503-722-6729 or [email protected].
PORTLAND, Ore. — She was born big — with an outsize personality to match — and now her weight has reached quadruple digits: Lily, the Oregon Zoo’s youngest Asian elephant, tipped the scales at more than a 1,000 pounds this week, not quite 10 months after her birth last November.
“Lily’s not only a quick study, she’s a fast grower,” said Bob Lee, the zoo’s elephant curator. “She’s packed on more than 700 pounds in under 10 months. She gains about 2½ pounds every day even though she never stops moving.”
Lily, born Nov. 30, weighed a hefty 300 pounds at birth and has been described by zoo animal-care staff as a “spitfire.”
“She’s definitely not shy,” Lee said. “She competes with the bigger elephants for enrichment toys and treats. She doesn’t just wait for her turn — she’s right in there with the others being a true member of the herd. She likes carrots and apples, and she’s pulling leaves off branches just like mom. She’s still nursing, but the amount of milk she takes each day varies quite a bit now that she’s eating more solid food.”
To see video of Lily weighing in and spending some quality time with Rose-Tu and the rest of the herd, visit bit.ly/Lily1000.
Lily’s taste for fruit has allowed keepers to begin daily training sessions with the young elephant — encouraging her, through positive reinforcement, to participate in the routine checkups and veterinary tests needed for her healthcare.
“We train the elephants in a lot of behaviors geared toward their care,” said senior elephant keeper Shawn Finnell. “She’s learning to open her mouth so we can check her teeth and gums, and she’s learning to pick up her feet, which will be very helpful for her care throughout her life. Getting the animals to participate voluntarily makes it so much easier if we need to administer medical treatment.”
Like most kids, Lily likes to play.
“She’s been enjoying daily play sessions with her big brother, Sam,” Finnell said. “She’s usually the one who initiates the play. They like to play King of the Mountain on a huge sand pile. Sam always lets her win. Or she’ll splash into the pool and then bellow at the top of her lungs for Sam to come play with her. She’s not a quiet elephant.”
And like most kids, Lily is very inquisitive.
“She’s interested in everything around her,” said Lee. “Especially the construction taking place outside her habitat.”
In June, the zoo broke ground on Elephant Lands, a project that will quadruple the animals’ space and dramatically enhance their experiences and daily routines. The new habitat is scheduled to open in 2015. To learn more, visit oregonzoo.org/ElephantLands. To learn about the Oregon Zoo Foundation’s Campaign for Elephants — which will fund education- and conservation-based activities at Elephant Lands — call 503-220-5707 or visit oregonzoo.org/givetoelephants.
The Oregon Zoo is recognized worldwide for its Asian elephant program, which has spanned more than 50 years. Considered highly endangered in their range countries, Asian elephants are threatened by habitat loss, conflict with humans and disease. It is estimated that fewer than 40,000 elephants remain in fragmented populations from India to Borneo. Through the International Elephant Foundation and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, the zoo supports a broad range of elephant conservation efforts to help wild elephants.
The zoo is a service of Metro and is dedicated to its mission of inspiring the community to create a better future for wildlife. Committed to conservation, the zoo is currently working to save endangered California condors, Oregon silverspot and Taylor’s checkerspot butterflies, western pond turtles and Oregon spotted frogs. Other projects include studies on Asian elephants, polar bears, orangutans and giant pandas. Celebrating 125 years of community support, the zoo relies in part on donations through the Oregon Zoo Foundation to undertake these and many other animal welfare, education and sustainability programs.
Lily, the Oregon Zoo’s youngest Asian elephant, tipped the scales at more than a 1,000 pounds this week, not quite 10 months after her birth last November. Photo by Michael Durham, courtesy of the Oregon Zoo.
The zoo opens at 9 a.m. daily and is located five minutes from downtown Portland, just off Highway 26. The zoo is also accessible by MAX light rail line. Visitors who travel to the zoo via MAX receive $1.50 off zoo admission. Call TriMet Customer Service, 503-238-RIDE (7433), or visit trimet.org for fare and route information.
General zoo admission is $11.50 (ages 12-64), $10 for seniors (65 and up), $8.50 for children (ages 3-11) and free for those 2 and younger; 25 cents of the admission price helps fund regional conservation projects through the zoo’s Future for Wildlife program. A parking fee of $4 per car is also required. Additional information is available at oregonzoo.org or by calling 503-226-1561.
Portland, September 26th, 2013. Filling 223 seats at The World Forestry Center’s Miller Hall member volunteers and guests of Assistance League® Greater Portland enjoyed fashions by Chico’s Bridgeport, lunch by Vibrant Table and music by Charles Suniga. President Kay Gebhart, KPTV news anchor Shauna Parsons and member volunteer Sally Rove helped launch the event. “Kids are the Stars of Tomorrow,” was the theme of the fundraiser for Operation School Bell® which provides new clothes for children in need in the Beaverton and Hillsboro School Districts raised almost $25,000 for the program. (Photo Credit, Allison Mudrick)
Charles Suniga and Charlene Zidell
The audience was moved by the appeal given by local television news anchor Shauna Parsons – many with tears in their eyes as they wrote checks, filled out credit card forms or put cash in their envelopes. Chairman of the event, Allison Mudrick, credits the success of the event from the support of board members Kay Gebhart, Carol Bergseng and Carol Bray, chapter members and guests, sponsors, donors, the location, lunch, entertainment by Charles and the appeal given by Ms. Parsons.
Lafayette, Oregon, August 24th, 2013. Kyle Eisele, Brittney Wright, Duck Pond Cellars owners Scott and Lisa Jenkins and Steve and Angie Wright joined over 200 local Big Brothers Big Sisters Supporters at the Second Annual Perfect Pairings benefit. The fundraiser, hosted by The Stoller Family Estate and Duck Pond Cellars, paired elegant cuisine and wines to raise money for Big Brothers Big Sisters Columbia Northwest. Dinner was provided by Food and Wine Best New Chef 2012 Jenn Louis of Lincoln Restaurant.
Tim Hershey, BBBS board chair representing title sponsor Nike
2014 Perfect Pairings Chair Tim Hawkins and wife Becky
Wine by Duck Pond Cellars and The Stoller Family Estate
Monique Barton and Tara Kinateder accept the 2012 Corporate Partner Award for Bank of America
Bank of America was named The 2013 Corporate Partner of the Year after awarding Big Brothers Big Sisters with the Neighborhood Builders Award which included $200,000 of unrestricted funds and helped match hundreds of children with mentors in the Columbia Northwest region.
Guests were entertained by Midnight Honey.
This year’s event raised over $110,000 for Big Brothers Big Sisters whose mission is straightforward: Provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better, forever.
Aloha, August 16th, 2013. Edwards Center‘s supporters gathered to celebrate the dedication of the Lampros-Hedinger Hall at Edwards Center’s Aloha Community Center for people with developmental disabilities. Milt Lampros and Howard Hedinger have been friends for over 50 years, spending many of those years as colleagues in the steel industry. The two honored friends joined the evening’s musicians in song next to a newly unveiled portrait by Annie Heisey. The photo shows Marc Gremm, Howard Hedinger, Milt Lampros, Janet Chvatal, and Aaron Meyer. Lead gifts from both men helped build the Aloha Community Center, which provides meaningful daily activities for people with developmental disabilities and seeks to increase their interactions with the wider community.
Longtime friends Milt Lampros, Bill Furman, and Howard Hedinger enjoy the Community Center garden patio.
Host Howard Hedinger greets guests and performer Tim Whiting along with Edwards Center Executive Director Jessica Leitner.
Pianist and Edwards Center family member Tom Grant performs.
Marc Gremm performs to a rapt crowd in the newly inaugurated Lampros-Hedinger Hall.
The event hosted local musicians including Concert Rock Violinist Aaron Meyer, Smooth Jazz pianist and Edwards Center family member Tom Grant, and Opera singers Janet Chvatal and Marc Gremm with special accompaniment by Tim Whiting.
The evening kicked off in the garden of the Aloha Community Center and featured wine and hors d’oeuvres from Wildwood Restaurant.
The Lampros-Hedinger Hall will act as an events space, dining hall, and meeting room hosting activities such as dances, yoga classes, community meetings, barbeques, seminars on disability issues, and corporate events.
About Edwards Center:
Edwards Center has served adults with developmental disabilities since 1972, when there were few services outside of the state institution, the Fairview Training Center. Edwards Center began as a day program that served just 6 individuals and in 1975 opened the first group home in Washington County housing disabled adults in the community. Today they provide homes, jobs, and recreational opportunities in 18 locations serving over 300 Oregonians with disabilities in Washington and Clackamas Counties.
Edwards Center’s mission is to enhance the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities by helping them reach their highest potential through training, education, employment, housing and social opportunities in safe, healthy and stimulating environments.
Portland, September 15th, 2013. Downtown Portland was awash with pink as tens of thousands took to the streets for the Komen Portland Race for the Cure. Organizers say the Portland race is among the top five most successful in the nation. 630 teams raised nearly $2.5 million. “Team Janine” was the top fundraising group raising over $32,600.
Donations for the Susan G. Komen for the Cure can still be made if you click this link.
Here’s are some of the images that made us smile:
Komen for the Cure’s Chief Executive Officer, Thomas Bruner was cheering on walkers at the finish line. He reports the Portland race is one of the “Greenest” walks in the city with a 90% recycle rate.
Songs for the Cure. Julianne Johnson and the Sisters in Survival Choir made the Survivor Tribute at Race for the Cure very moving with their voices.
Kathy’s Ko-Ko Nuts brought crew members of all ages.
Portland’s ‘everywoman’ Shannon Fischer goes face to face with her promotional photo–the image that inspired thousands to join in the local race.
The cheerleaders from Central Catholic High School raised their voices.
Slow and steady wins the race for Myrtle’s Turtles.
HooLA-Hooters brought their topical flare.
It was no drag for these folks.
Sandy Castillo is a 62 year old survivor who wore her hot pink sweatshirt with pride.
Pink looked good on everyone.
The “Inspired” tee-shirt logo resonated with walkers.
The Honorary Race Chair was Don Pearson, Regional President of Wells Fargo. Here’s a list of the top teams (in order) and their totals:
Team Janine, $32,643.26; CONSUMER CELLULAR, $14,795.00; Kickin’ and Grinnin’, $13,185.00; Komen Kommandos – The Breast Team Ever, $11,193.00; #TEAMKAREN, $10,076.00; Team Tektronix, $9,369.00; Tough Mothers, $6,210.00; Nonnie’s Warriors, $5,255.00; 5K Warriors, $3,800.00; Project Hummingbird, $3,590.00.
Top fundraising individuals included: Neeley Wells, $6,285.00; Judy Billings-Behensky, $3,390.00; Julie Seiber, $3,390.00; Lance Bachman, $3,075.00; Toni Mountain, $3,050.00, Julie Papke, $2,905.00; Linda Harris, $2,500.00;
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CAP has grown considerably since its beginning, from a 2 person staff to over 60, from a budget of $100,000 to over $6 million. CAP operates multiple programs from its main service site and receives support from over 600 volunteers. It has always been an organization that depends heavily on volunteers. This is true now more than ever, as CAP expands services to meet growing needs in the community.
