Volunteer Spotlight: Jake Jacobs
Jake Jacobs, a regular volunteer at our Brooklyn Pines community, moves at an inspiring pace. His gentle, friendly demeanor may be the first thing noticed about him, but it’s his many stories and adventures that stand out. Jake is a welcome reminder of the contagious goodwill that blossoms when one enriches their life through learning […]
Read MoreMedia Alert: Brooklyn Pines Dedication
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 40 People Celebrate the Warmth of a New Home Just in Time for Winter Celebration to take place November 3 at 10:00 a.m. What: Celebrating over 40 people purchasing affordable, new homes at Brooklyn Pines, a 10-home Habitat for Humanity community located in the Jade District in SE Portland. […]
Read MoreYanfen’s Story
Yanfen, her husband Xiaoyun and their two children, Kiana and Koby, live inside one bedroom of a four-bedroom home that they share with 10 other extended family members. Like many Portland families who experience rising rents, doubling up with other family members or friends is often the only way to make ends meet. “At night, […]
Read MoreVolunteer Spotlight: Marcia McKean
Lending a voice to affordable housing When Marcia McKean moved back to Portland after living in Italy, she discovered a different city than the one she left nine years before. Rent and home prices had seen some of the highest increases in the country, wages remained stagnant, and a population boom put pressure on the […]
Read MoreShow Up IRL + G!ve
We’re thrilled to be part of Willamette Week’s Give!Guide again this year! Every giving season, WW highlights 150 local nonprofits and encourages Portlanders to support a cause most meaningful to them. This year, put affordable homeownership at the top of your list, show your support, and get rewarded for it. Everyone who donates receives a […]
Read MoreRecord-Breaking Year Takes Auction to New Heights
From the red carpet photo booth and lamb canapes to warm, to tableside conversations and generous donations, this year’s Hard Hat & Black Tie Dinner and Auction was a tremendous success. Together, we raised a total of $577,280! The night kicked off with our biggest-ever silent auction in the Portland Art Museum’s sunken ballroom, where […]
Read MoreOne-of-a-kind Signed Wine Collection
This wine lover’s dream package includes an assortment of 31 unique wines from regions both near and far. From the green, fertile hills of the Willamette Valley to the renowned preserves of Napa, the coveted knolls of Tuscany and the historic domains of Greece, this collection is as impressive as it is delicious. But, what […]
Read MoreTimbers Season Tickets
At Providence Park, Timbers fans celebrate the world’s game with a unique, rich and deep passion that only Portland can provide—and they want you to join them all season long! The Timbers have sold out all MLS home games since joining the league in 2011, and there are more than 12,000 people on the club’s […]
Read MoreEscape to the Big Easy
New Orleans charms with its energy and community spirit: Dixieland jazz, laid-back locals, cherished architecture, scenic walkways and a distinctive French flair. Stay at the Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery, a New Orleans’ boutique hotel that was voted Travel + Leisure’s No. 13 Best Hotel in the U.S. in 2017. Located just four blocks […]
Read MoreA Costa Rican Paradise Awaits
Located within walking distance of Manuel Antonio National Park, the five-star Arenas Del Mar is an extraordinary beachfront resort catering to travelers looking for more than the typical hotel experience. Nestled in 11 acres of rainforest, you can enjoy breathtaking views of the Pacific from your deluxe accommodations and private deck while listening to the […]
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