Portland, December 4th, 2013. Over 80 Wild Salmon Center(WSC) supporters gathered for a special luncheon with Governor John Kitzhaber at the Jean Vollum Natural Capital Center. The Governor and WSC President Guido Rahr recognized regional champions for wild salmon and discussed future conservation opportunities in Oregon’s coastal watersheds. It was a chance for activists like Diane Hall, Executive Director at the The Bill Healy Foundation; Reegan Rae; Valerie Wilson, Scholarship Specialist at The Bill Healy Foundation to network. (photo credit, Andie Petkus)
Guido Rahr, President and CEO of Wild Salmon Center, and Pam Wiley, Willamette River Initiative Manager at Meyer Memorial Trust.
Governor Kitzhaber (center) stands with Wild Salmon Center and their partners in protecting wild salmon strongholds. Guido Rahr (Wild Salmon Center), Tom Byler (Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board), Joe Furia (Freshwater Trust), Krystyna Wolniakowski (National Fish and Wildlife Foundation), Maggie Peyton (Upper Nehalem Watershed Council), Allison Hensey (Oregon Environmental Council), Governor John Kitzhaber, Steve Wise (Sandy River Basin Watershed Council), Scott Turo (Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs), Russell Hoeflich (The Nature Conservancy), Mark Trenholm (Wild Salmon Center), Eric Riley (Partnership for the Umpqua Rivers), and Cara Rose (National Fish and Wildlife foundation).
The mission of Wild Salmon Center is to promote the conservation and sustainable use of wild salmon ecosystems across the Pacific Rim. It identifies science-based solutions to sustain wild salmonids and the human communities and livelihoods that depend on them.
Portland, October 30th. Nearly 1,000 corporate and business leaders joined the crowed at this year’s Governors’ Gold Awards where athletes were honored. (Photo credit Andie Petkus) This year’s Governor Gold Awardees include: Orville Roth from Roth’s Fresh Markets. Joe Weston, Wally Rhines from Mentor Graphics, Governor Victor Atiyeh, Governor Barbara Roberts, Governor John Kitzhaber, Governor Theodore Kulongoski, Tamara Lundgren from Schnitzer Steel Industries, Chip Terhune from Schnitzer Steel Industries, Gary Fish from Deschutes Brewery, Leesa Cobb and Aaron Longton from Port Orford Ocean Resource Team.
This year’s Governor Gold Awardees listed from left to right – Orville Roth from Roth’s Fresh Markets. Joe Weston, Wally Rhines from Mentor Graphics, Governor Victor Atiyeh, Governor Barbara Roberts, Governor John Kitzhaber, Governor Theodore Kulongoski, Tamara Lundgren from Schnitzer Steel Industries, Chip Terhune from Schnitzer Steel Industries, Gary Fish from Deschutes Brewery, Leesa Cobb and Aaron Longton from Port Orford Ocean Resource Team.
This year’s Governor Gold Awardees included Orville Roth from Roth’s Fresh Markets
Gerry Frank and Gov. John Kitzaber
This year’s Governor Gold Awardees included Joe Weston.
The benefit luncheon raised $230,000 at the event. One of Special Olympics Oregon supporters was also there, Mariel Zagunis; two time World Championship and a stunning two Olympic Gold medal winner.
Special Olympics Oregon athlete, Travis Koski, address the audience and thanks everyone for their support of Special Olympics Oregon programs and services. Travis is a gold medal winner in the pentathlon, enjoys public speaking and hanging out with his friends.
Nearly 1,000 corporate and business leaders joined the crowed at this year’s Governors’ Gold Awards. One of Special Olympics Oregon supporters was also there, Mariel Zagunis; two time World Championship and a stunning two Olympic Gold medal winner.
Governor John Kitzhaber, awards a Special Olympics Oregon athlete with this year’s Gert Boyle Greatness Award.
From Special Olympics Oregon: Here in Oregon, while Special Olympics Oregon serves more than 10,000 participants throughout the state, nearly 70,000 people with intellectual disabilities could benefit from participating in Special Olympics. Still growing, Special Olympics Oregon is efficiently expanding programs to get closer and closer to serving every individual with intellectual disabilities that qualifies to participate in Special Olympics.
Special Olympics Oregon offers training and competition opportunities in 14 different Olympic-style sports. There are three sports seasons throughout the year, with statewide competitions and training in winter, summer and fall.
Special Olympics Oregon holds events in every region of the state, every month of the year, providing athletes the opportunity to be competing and training as often as they choose.
Special Olympics athletes train intensely for eight weeks prior to each State Games event. Volunteer coaches are responsible for training the athletes. Volunteers must complete a certification program prior to becoming Special Olympics coaches and must attend training schools before each season.
Special Olympics Oregon (SOOR) is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization incorporated in the state of Oregon to provide sports training and athletic competition for persons with mental disabilities. SOOR is accredited by Special Olympics, Inc. (SOI) and responsible for following the policies and rules established by SOI in the delivery of services in Oregon. It is known as a Program of SOI. A volunteer Board of Directors provides policy decisions and long-range planning for SOOR. The Board employs a staff of people to implement the day-to-day operations.
Portland, November 8th. Close to 500 people joined together at the Portland Art Museum to support Central City Concern. The event raised $270,000 for Homeless Action Fund for Self-Sufficiency. CCC volunteers at check-in: Danielle Lawrence, Krista Matsell and Claudia Krueger. (Photo Credit, Andie Petkus)
Central City Concern Executive Director Ed Blackburn, Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici, Portland City Commissioner Nick Fish
Longtime staff member Billy Anfield and past client Fletcher Nash
Central City Concern Executive Director Ed Blackburn and Governor John Kitzhaber
With generous sponsor support and stellar honorees, our luncheon was warmly received by about 500 people!
CCC Board member Jonathan Radmacher and CCC Director of Public Affairs Dedee Wilner-Nugent
Central City Concern meets its mission through innovative outcome based strategies which support personal and community transformation.
Direct access to housing which supports lifestyle change.
Integrated healthcare services that are highly effective in engaging people who are often alienated from mainstream systems.
The development of peer relationships that nurture and support personal transformation and recovery.
Attainment of income through employment or accessing benefits.
The success of these four elements results in an transformation of world view and self image from a negative to a positive outlook, enabling people to become productive citizens who want to “give something back” to the community
Central City Concern (CCC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit agency serving single adults and families in the Portland metro area who are impacted by homelessness, poverty and addictions. Founded in 1979, the agency has developed a comprehensive continuum of affordable housing options integrated with direct social services including healthcare, recovery and employment. CCC currently has a staff of 600+, an annual operating budget of $41 million and serves more than 13,000 individuals annually.
Portland, October 6th. Feminist icon Gloria Steinem was the keynote speaker at the Annual Choice Celebration at the Portland Marriott and visited with Cylvia Hayes, Governor John Kitzhaber. (Photo credit, Andie Petkus) The event organized by NARAL Pro-Choice Oregon featured the activist and advocate for women’s rights who urged women to vote in November.
Students from ‘Girls Lead’–a group from the recently closed Harriet Tubman Leadership Academy for Young Women were invited to join Gloria on stage.
Gloria Steinem addressing the crowd of 700.
Gloria with the more than fifty elected officials in attendance
Gloria with the staff of NARAL Pro-Choice Oregon. From left: Executive Director Michele Stranger Hunter, Outreach Coordinator Rachel Adams, Policy Coordinator Anne Morrill, Program Director Jill Wantland, and Administrative Assistant Kristin Ploog
Steinem visited Portland last year to address the YMCA and Smith College alumni. This year, her message was to remind women they have, “the power to make a difference.”
NARAL Pro-Choice America, Inc., a 501(c)(4) non-profit organization
Portland, September 23rd. Cascade AIDS Project’s Board of Directors is celebrating a new fundraising record for AIDS Walk Portland of $525,000; the amount was $75,000 over CAP’s goal. CAP will use the funds to support HIV testing, community education and services for families and children infected and affected by HIV/AIDS. (Photo credit, Marty Davis)
Team “Positive Force NW” kicked-off the Walk. Some 150 HIV-Positive walkers wore red shirts as out and positive community members, out to combat the stigma associated with HIV/AIDS. Kaplan and Sasser are among them.
Organizers estimate over 10,000 walkers joined in the fight against HIV/AIDS during this year’s walk.
A view from above the Square as 10,000 walkers gather.
Elected Officials took turns addressing the crowd including: Gov. John Kitzhaber, Mayor Sam Adams, Sean Sasser & Michael Kaplan (ED of CAP), Robert Goman of Nike, County Chair Jeff Cogen
In addition to breaking the half-million mark, AIDS Walk Portland drew a record number of elected officials. Congresswoman Susanne Bonamici addressed a crowd of VIP walkers and sponsors during an exclusive breakfast at Departure atop The Nines Hotel. Governor John Kitzhaber’s comments tied together the important work of health reform in Oregon with the goal of ending the HIV epidemic. He also recognized the vaccine research being conducted at Oregon Health and Sciences University.
Mayor Sam Adams praised the leadership of Michael Kaplan and the CAP Board. Other elected officials showing support included: Multnomah County Chair Jeff Cogen; State Senators Ginny Burdick and Jackie Dingfelder; State Representatives Alissa Keny-Guyer and Mary Nolan; Portland City Commissioners Nick Fish and Amanda Fritz; and Multnomah County Commissioners Judy Shiprack, Loretta Smith & Diane McKeel.
Words on the T-Shirt express hopes for a future without HIV.
Team Kimpton Hotel brought bedroom class with their signature animal print robes and a team of about 15 walkers representing Hotel Monaco, Vintage Plaza and Riverplace.
A sea of people walking through The Pearl for AIDS Walk Portland, with Portland Gay Men’s Chorus wearing their signature purple shirts. (Photo courtesy of PGMC)
CAP Executive Director, Michael Kaplan, recently announced his decision to accept the position of President and CEO of AIDS United, a national nonprofit headquartered in Washington, DC. An organization committed to ending the AIDS epidemic in the U.S. Michael’s last day at CAP will be November 15, 2012.
“CAP’s Board of Directors couldn’t be more excited about the outcome of this year’s walk,” said Jackie Yerby, Board Chair. “With the announcement last week of Michael’s departure and on the heels of a very successful AIDS Walk Portland, the Board feels well-positioned to guide CAP through the next transition as we begin an Executive Search. CAP is a very strong organization. We have a top-notch team of Directors as well as a group of staff and volunteers who are deeply committed to CAP’s mission.”
More than 7,000 people are living with HIV in Oregon, 20% of whom don’t know they are HIV positive. AIDS Walk Portland raises critical funds to support those living with the virus and those at risk of infection. Knowing your status and having access to healthcare are the two most important factors related to one’s sexual health, next to practicing safe sex (using a condom).
From CAP:
Absent a cure for HIV, prevention and education are our best strategies for ending the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Here at CAP we recognize that everybody, no matter who they are, can gain the information and skills to keep themselves and their communities safe. We work with individuals, couples, families, communities, policy makers, schools, the media and more to ensure that everyone has access to the resources we all need to prevent the spread of HIV.
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