Edwards Center 11th Annual Luncheon Raises $175,000

Edwards Center 11th Annual Luncheon Raises $175,000

by | Oct 12, 2017 | Events, Features, News

Portland, OR. “Be the Change” was the theme for the Edwards Center 11th Annual Luncheon. The fundraiser at the Multnomah Athletic Club, on October 5th raised $175,000.00. Supporters at the event included Jean Edwards, Georgia Lampros, John Gordon and Tom Shaw. (Photo credit, Andie Petkus Photography)

Jim Parker, Jean-Edwards and Julie Diamond

Dirk Fournier introduces Judy Powell

Dirk Fournier, CEO of Fournier Group and Judy and Jodi Powells

What began as a small breakfast to raise awareness and dollars in 2006, has since evolved into Edwards Center’s largest and most successful fundraising endeavor. This year’s event offered Dirk Fournier, CEO of Fournier Group Insurance Agency as Master of Ceremonies, Bonita Pioneer as Title Sponsor, Julie Diamond, Executive Coach and Leadership Consultant, provided the Keynote Address, Jerry Jones, Jr., President of the Board of THPRD accepted an Employment Award for 35 years of partnership with Edwards Center, and Judy Powell provided a warm testimonial of her daughter Jodi’s life and 30 years spent with Edwards Center.
Here’s a video about the Edwards Center:

THPRD recognized for 35 years of partnership with Edwards Center

Table sponsors-US Bank

From the Edwards Center:

Our Mission

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.

We live every day in support of these core values

  • Excellence

    Providing the best to people with developmental disabilities.

  • Individuality

    Encouraging decision-making and expression of choice.

  • Ability

    Emphasizing an optimistic and compassionate attitude in supporting participants as they overcome challenges.

  • Respect

    Facilitating dignity and respect for all individuals through personal and environmental safety, cleanliness and privacy.

  • Productivity

    Encouraging productiveness and engagement, whether through employment, artistic expression, socializing or other activities.

  • Integration

    Fostering and creating opportunities for participating in their communities with people without disabilities.

For more information: http://edwardscenter.org/

Edwards Center Program Participants Celebrate Donation at Winterhawks’ Game

Edwards Center Program Participants Celebrate Donation at Winterhawks’ Game

by | Feb 10, 2017 | Features, News

Portland, OR. Zamboni rides were a hit with Edwards Centers fans cheering on the Winterhawks on February 4th. Jean Edwards, Founder and Jessica Leitner, Executive Director of Edwards Center, Inc. were at the game to accept a $10,000 gift from Banner Bank on behalf of Edwards Center. 

Edwards Center Founder Jean Edwards poses for a photo with Dan and Georgia Obradovich – the Director of Development.

Mark Brandon, Senior VP with Banner Bank poses with and Edwards Center program participant, Alison Dougall.

Mark Brandon, Senior VP with Banner Bank hands a check to Edwards Center program participant, Alison Dougall

The Edwards Center has been promoting independence since 1972 with a mission 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. Banner Bank has a long-standing commitment to supporting programs and services for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities in the Portland Tri-county area and has been an active sponsor for Edwards Center, Inc for many years.