The Ambassador Council (AC) of Habitat for Humanity Portland Region is a diverse group of motivated young professionals representing a wide array of sectors and career paths who are passionate about the importance of affordable homeownership in the Portland Region. AC members meet new people, build leadership skills, and gain knowledge of the issues affecting affordable housing and homeownership in our region.
What We Do
The AC supports the mission of Habitat and helps Habitat grow and thrive through volunteering, advocacy, fundraising, and engaging their networks and socially conscious adults in the mission of providing safe, decent, and affordable housing. The council’s work supports the vision of a world where everyone has a decent place to live.
$500,000+
dollars raised
700+
volunteer hours
Upcoming Events
Ambassador Council Meeting
Date: Thursday, October 15
Time: 6 – 8 pm
Location: Habitat Portland Region Office (1478 NE Killingsworth St)
Join us as we continue strengthening this group of young professionals and passionate advocates for Habitat’s mission! We will share updates on upcoming events, discuss ways AC members can help amplify Habitat’s work, and collaborate on ideas for reaching new supporters. All are welcome, you do not need to be a current AC member to join.
Ambassador Council Volunteer Day
Date: Saturday, October 24
Time: 10 am-2 pm
Location: Portland ReStore (10445 SE Cherry Blossom Dr, Portland)
Join the Ambassador Council at our Portland ReStore to experience Habitat’s mission in action. Whether you are a member of the AC or new to the group, we’d love to have you!
You’ll be helping out with tasks such as organizing donations, assisting customers, and stocking shelves. No experience required; just bring a willingness to pitch in!
To join us, please reach out to:
Tiffanie McNamee, Member Engagement Program Manager
tiffanie.mcnamee@habitatportlandregion.org | 971-480-6283
Become a Member
As an AC member, you will get priority access to build days, opportunities to participate in special projects to help further the mission of Habitat, and a monthly newsletter with exclusive news and volunteer opportunities.
Responsibilities of all AC members include:
- Spread awareness of Habitat and its mission: Introduce Habitat to your network through our fundraising, volunteer, or social events
- Donate: Each member commits to donating or fundraising towards our group goal of $60,000
- Volunteer: Commit for one year and attend at least 2 volunteer events/year
- Events: Register for and promote our annual spring HopeBuilder Lunch
- Meetings: attend at least 2 meetings/year
Learn More
If you have questions or are interested in joining the Ambassador Council, check out the materials below or contact Tiffanie McNamee, AC Staff Liaison and Member Engagement Program Manager.
tiffanie.mcnamee@habitatportlandregion.org | 971-480-6283
Ambassador Council News
- Giving back is a way of life for Ambassador Council Chair Claire Leipzig
- Finding light in community: Ambassador Council member Sophia Dehen on hope
- “Toolbelt Generation” builds talent in the trades
- Service is a family value for new Ambassador Council Chair
- Highlighting our HopeBuilder table hosts
- “There’s no place like home:” Ambassador Council member Christopher Brown writes on the hope built into every Habitat home
