Portland, November 1st. Project Access NOW supporters enjoyed an evening of artistic and musical “Expressions” at the nonprofit’s benefit where Ilene Safyan and Linda Nilsen-Solares were checking out the art. Project Access NOW connects low-income, uninsured people to donated care across the Portland metropolitan area. (Photo credit, Benjamin Ortega)
Louis Delagato (artist) viewing Mary Undercoffer-Gallop’s piece, Skyline from Hawthorne to Morrison.
Portland Society Page was pleased to see weekly highlight subscriber, Dana Robinson and her guest Bruce Bollard. Dana was the winner of our website ticket drawing. Thank you, Dana and Project Access Now!
The Expressions event showcased over 25 artists from the Northwest, and beyond, displaying more than 100 pieces of artwork in the Legacy Emanuel Medical Center Atrium.
Sponsors included, ZIVO Wines and the DOC Jazz Quartet.
Katherine Morris, MD, Surgical Oncologist, volunteer physician and medical director of Project Access Multnomah County, with a client
From Project Access NOW
Project Access NOW coordinates a network of volunteer physicians and other health care providers, making it easier for them to donate medically necessary care to the low-income uninsured in our communities.
Our vision
Project Access NOW improves the health of our community by effectively linking those in greatest need with health care providers and organizations who have the wish and ability to serve
Our mission
The mission of Project Access NOW is to improve the health of our community by creating access to care and services for those most in need.
We value collaborative action which puts the common good above individual stakeholder benefits
We value efficiency in referral and care management in order to do the most good for the greatest number
We value dignity for our clients
We value meaningful participation of provider volunteers and stakeholders in program design, implementation and continuous improvement
We value open, timely and clear communication about our operations, business practices and financial position with stakeholders and volunteers
Our results
By helping the low-income uninsured navigate the health care system, Project Access NOW can get them the care they need. Today.
Project Access NOW staff is committed to connecting people to healthcare. We accomplish this by creating and maintaining a collaborative environment based on integrity, competence, responsiveness and respect.
Project Access makes the very best use of already existing resources, secures stable funding, and recruits volunteers while we, as a community, develop a broader health care solution.
Portland, October 12th. More hardworking families in need will have Habitat for Humanity homes thanks to the generosity of fun-loving donors like Susie Vischer, Dick Firsich, Jim Boyer, Barbara Boyer, Sharon Firsich. They’re toasting the success of Habitat Hard Hat & Black Tie Dinner Benefit Auction at The Nines which raised $169,000. (Photo credit, Sarah Galbraith Photography)
Dawn Holden, Damon Mapes, Tiffany Mapes celebrate.
It was a group effort for Gail Hart, Mitchell Wright, with Emcee Reggie Aqui and auctioneer Steve Talbot.
Michelle DaRosa, Reianna DaRosa, Julia DaRosa, Nicole Patterson
Marion Thomspon raised the paddle.
From Habitat for Humanity Portland/Metro East:
Habitat for Humanity Portland/Metro East serves Multnomah County and northern Clackamas County and has the ability to reach out to families one step away from homelessness. Habitat sells homes to hardworking people in need of decent, affordable housing. We are an independent affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International, a non-denominational Christian housing ministry and global home building movement. We welcome people from all walks of life to partner with our program to serve families in need with generosity, humility and love.
Habitat offers homeownership opportunities to families making $21,900 – $43,800 (for a family of four) by selling homes at cost, making no profit, after the family contributes 500 sweat equity hours. Houses are sold at cost because of volunteer labor and donations. Families pay a 1% down payment on a 0%- interest mortgage. Instead of being in a vulnerable and fragile economic position, Habitat families find themselves in a position of strength.
As the oldest Habitat for Humanity affiliate on the West Coast, and the largest in Oregon, Habitat for Humanity Portland/Metro East has served low-income, hardworking families for over 30 years and has served over 200 families. Our homeowners are committed and successful. We have experienced less than a 1% default rate on our mortgages, lower than the national average. By providing a hand up, not a handout, our program maintains the dignity and pride of our homeowner families.
Our Vision
A community where everyone has a simple, decent, affordable place to live; and where poverty housing is unacceptable.
Our Mission
To create successful homeownership by partnering hardworking families in need with the community to build healthy, affordable homes.
Our Values
Diversity and Inclusiveness – We believe that all people deserve a simple, decent place to live, and have something to contribute in building homes and helping our communities. We welcome people from all walks of life to partner with our program.
Homeownership – We believe in the power of homeownership to affirm dignity, encourage hope, and transform lives. A healthy, stable home improves the quality of life, both for the family and the community.
Families as Partners – We believe that dignity is promoted not simply by living in an adequate house, but by fully contributing to the process of building and buying that home and helping others acquire adequate shelter.
Volunteerism – We believe in the volunteer spirit and are committed to offering rewarding volunteer experiences.
Stewardship – We are committed to excellence, to efficient use of our financial, environmental, and human resources, and we are accountable to our funders, volunteers, and family partners.
Collaboration – We strive to create strong, productive partnerships with organizations and area housing providers toward our common goal of eliminating substandard housing.
Habitat for Humanity Portland/Metro East is a not-for-profit, 501(c)3 organization. If you would like more information about our organization or programs, please contact us at 503-287-9529. Thank you for your interest!
Portland, October 13th. Over 250 guests attended Youth, Rights & Justice‘s Wine & Chocolate Extravaganza at the Oregon Convention Center. Emcee Stephanie Stricklen from KGW-TV led guests through wine and chocolate tasting, dinner and dessert dash, and silent and live auctions. Just over $71,000 was raised in support of Oregon’s most vulnerable children and youth. Knowledge Universe was the title sponsor, and Tonkon Torp, LLP the presenting sponsor. (Photo credit, Merrie Lisa Conroy)
David Roy, speaking on behalf of Title Sponsor, Knowledge Universe
Silent auction and wine and chocolate tasting
Honorary Chair, Rep. Tina Kotek
Golden Ticket winner, Merrie Lisa Conroy to auctioneer, Graham Crow: “I want the puppy!”
Wine tasting was provided by Cooper Mountain Vineyard, Eos Wine Selections, Methven Family Vineyards, Pheasant Valley Vineyard and Winery, Sineann Winery, Sokol Blosser Winery, and Walnut City WineWorks.
Chocolate tasting was provided by Euphoria Chocolate Company, Missionary Chocolates, Stirs the Soul, and the Wallowa Lake Fudge Company.
Guests bid on centerpieces handcrafted by Bella Bevanda Candles. Made by local artisan, Jennifer Humphrey, the organic, soy candles are crafted using up-cycled wine bottles. For the event, Jennifer made 90 candles using bottles from the wineries participating at the event.
Speakers for the evening included Oregon House Democratic Leader, Tina Kotek; Knowledge Universe Director of Community Partnerships, David Roy; and Jennifer Williamson, advocate for education and justice, and her husband, Paul Loving.
The Golden Ticket raffle raised $5,000, and the winner chose her prize from among the live auction items: a miniature labradoodle puppy donated by Dixie Springer of Springville Labradoodles. The hottest item in the live auction was a ticket to a private dinner party with local New York Times bestselling author, Cheryl Strayed, and catered by Kaaren Bedi. Tickets went for $350 per person.
About Youth, Rights & Justice: Our mission is to improve the lives of vulnerable children and families through legal representation and advocacy in the courts, legislature, schools and community. Founded in 1975, we are Oregon’s premiere authority on juvenile law. We are the only non-profit law firm in the state dedicated to representing children in the courts and ensuring that Oregon’s laws protect the rights and well-being of children and their families.
Portland, October 20th. Close to 500 people attended Oregon Food Bank’s 2012 Oregon Harvest Dinner which raised money to help fight hunger in Oregon and Clark County. (Photo credit, Andie Petkus Photography) Happy supporters included: Robin Gardner; Arnie Gardner, chair of Oregon Food Bank’s Board of Directors; Susannah Morgan, Oregon Food Bank’s newly hired CEO; and Rachel Bristol, who recently retired as CEO. (Photo credit, Sarah Jo Galbraith)
“We thank our generous sponsors and donors for making this year’s Oregon Harvest Dinner a huge success,” said Laura Golino de Lovato, OFB’s director of development, marketing and communications. OFB Board members Lisa Sedlar and Syd Hannigan co-chaired the event in the Rachel M. Bristol Warehouse at OFB’s headquarters in northeast Portland. Sheila Hamilton of KINK.fm 102 emceed. Executive Chef Michael Stanton of The Heathman Restaurant and Bar, created the dinner. Oregon Harvest Dinner is Oregon Food Bank’s second-largest fundraiser after the Waterfront Blues Festival.
Ron Johnson, member of Oregon Food Bank’s Board of Directors, and his wife Gayl Johnson talk with Syd Hannigan, fellow board member and co-chair of Oregon Food Bank’s 2012 Oregon Harvest Dinner.
Lisa Sedlar, who co-chaired Oregon Food Bank’s 2012 Oregon Harvest Dinner, announced the results of the successful event to help eliminate hunger and its root causes.
Sponsors included Fred Meyer, presenting sponsor; Daimler Trucks North America, premier sponsor; New Seasons Market, major sponsor; and lead sponsors Nike, Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon, Tillamook County Creamery Association, Walmart and Walsh Construction.
Oregon Food Bank will use the funds to support its mission: to eliminate hunger and its root causes … because no one should be hungry.
Portland, October 9th. Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women, but hundreds of American Hearth Association supporters joined forces at the annual Go Red for Women luncheon to raise money and learn how it can be prevented. At The Nines Hotel, they heard from Julie O’Leary, a heart attack survivor who had her husband, Chris by her side. The $142,599 raised at the event is earmarked for life-saving research, education, advocacy and more in Oregon & SW Washington.
Local firefighters handed out “blinky hearts” to guests who made donations.
Julie O’Leary told supporters the story of her heart attack .
Go Red Heart Health Panelists: Dr. Laurie Armsby with OHSU; Sandra McDonough with the Portland Business Alliance; Susan Sokol Blosser of Sokol Blosser Winery and DJ Wilson with KGW NewsChannel 8 (Moderated by Susan Mullaney with Kaiser Sunnyside Medical Center)
Shauna Parsons was the emcee.
Chairwoman Susan Mullaney with Kaiser Sunnyside Medical Center
About the event:
Cardiovascular disease, which claims the lives of 460,000 annually, is the No. 1 cause ofdeath among women. The annual Go Red for Women Luncheon is aimed at raising funds and public awareness to fight the disease.
Overview More women die of cardiovascular disease than from the next four causes of death combined, including all forms of cancer. But 80 percent of cardiac events in women could be prevented if women made the right choices for their hearts involving diet, exercise and abstinence from smoking. Make it your mission to learn all you can about heart attacks and stroke — don’t become a statistic. CALL 9-1-1
Heart Attack A heart attack occurs when the blood flow to a part of the heart is blocked, usually by a blood clot. If this clot cuts off the blood flow completely, the part of the heart muscle supplied by that artery begins to die.
Signs of a Heart Attack:
Uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, fullness or pain in the center of your chest. It lasts more than a few minutes, or goes away and comes back.
Pain or discomfort in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw or stomach.
Shortness of breath with or without chest discomfort.
Other signs such as breaking out in a cold sweat, nausea or lightheadedness.
As with men, women’s most common heart attack symptom is chest pain or discomfort. But women are somewhat more likely than men to experience some of the other common symptoms, particularly shortness of breath, nausea/vomiting and back or jaw pain.
If you have any of these signs, don’t wait more than five minutes before calling for help. Call 9-1-1…Get to a hospital right away.
Stroke Stroke is the No. 4 cause of death in America. It’s also a major cause of severe, long-term disability. Stroke and TIA (transient ischemic attack) happen when a blood vessel feeding the brain gets clogged or bursts. The signs of a TIA are like a stroke, but usually last only a few minutes. If you have any of these signs, don’t wait more than five minutes before calling for help.
Call 9-1-1 to get help fast if you have any of these, but remember that not all of these warning signs occur in every stroke.
Signs of Stroke and TIAs
Sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm or leg, especially on one side of the body
Sudden confusion, trouble speaking or understanding
Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes
Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination
Sudden severe headache with no known cause
Also, check the time so you’ll know when the first symptoms appeared. It’s very important to take immediate action. Research from the American Heart Association has shown that if given within three hours of the start of symptoms, a clot-busting drug can reduce long-term disability for the most common type of stroke.
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