Oregon Non-profit News (United States)

Grant Putnam is the auctioneer on Saturday, February 25, 2012 for the “Cellar”Bration for Education supporting Mary Woodward PSO. Wine Tasting with Stoller Vineyards, Barking Frog, Panther Creek, Whistling Ridge, and J Albin wineries.

Cash4Books.net announces 100% matching program for DonorsChoose.org donations during the month of February.

Goodwill Silicon Valley has partnered with InstantMobile Solutions, Inc. to provide an exceptional donor experience

For 27 years Parr Lumber, a leading Northwest building materials retailer, has partnered with Habitat for Humanity to help hundreds of Northwest families build their homes.

When compared to the students’ scores from the previous year, the average per student grades increased dramatically - jumped 4.2 grade levels in Math, 2 grade levels in Writing, and 2.3 grade levels in Reading.

“Emerge Interactive provided the American Cancer Society’s Hope Ball with a very beautiful and engaging website,” said American Cancer Society Distinguished Events Director Barbara Sanders.

Bridgeport Village, Portland’s premier shopping and dining destination, is introducing a special holiday Rewards Shopping Incentive from December 10 through 24, 2011.

NextStep Recycling and Oregon Supported Living Program form Partnership.

Students meet with local business owners to discuss the secrets to their success. Business leaders range from executives and managers from successful companies such as Nike, Google, Microsoft, IBM, NBC, and Apple.

Two Week Permaculture Design Course Being Held December 1st thru 14th at Lost Valley Educational Center in Dexter, Oregon Open for Enrollment; Instructors Jude Hobbs, Rick Valley and Marisha Auerbach

Parr Lumber is pleased to announce Regional Operations Manager Jim Boyer was inducted into the Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Hall of Fame during the non-profit’s Hearts & Hands Auction September 23, 2011.

Parr Lumber recently donated a truck to Habitat for Humanity Portland/Metro East to replace a pick-up truck stolen from a Habitat job site September 29.

Animal loving android phone users can find the cat of their dreams right from the palm of their hand with the Cat Adoption Team's Android App.

Eight charities join whippersnappers studio’s “give a little – get a little” campaign for at-risk children and families.

Sanctuary One, a nonprofit care farm located in Jacksonville, Oregon, is currently in eighth place in a national online voting contest where the top-five vote getters win an entire orchard of fruit trees and help planting the trees, too.

Trail Blazers Street Jam, Oregon’s premier 3-on-3 hoops tournament is coming to Bridgeport Village for a pop-a-shot competition Saturday, July 9, 2011 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the gazebo.

Grant Putnam is the auctioneer on Saturday, February 25, 2012 for the “Cellar”Bration for Education supporting Mary Woodward PSO. Wine Tasting with Stoller Vineyards, Barking Frog, Panther Creek, Whistling Ridge, and J Albin wineries.

Cash4Books.net announces 100% matching program for DonorsChoose.org donations during the month of February.

The Oregon Civil War Sesquicentennial Commission is commemorating President Lincoln's 203rd birthday with two Feb 12 events in Portland: A morning wreath-laying ceremony and a lecture on the Emancipation Proclamation and Portland's Black Pioneers.

Goodwill Silicon Valley has partnered with InstantMobile Solutions, Inc. to provide an exceptional donor experience

For 27 years Parr Lumber, a leading Northwest building materials retailer, has partnered with Habitat for Humanity to help hundreds of Northwest families build their homes.

New grant money will help subsidize counseling for adults who are learning alternatives to anger and violence.

Valentine’s Day Dinner With A Theme Is Being Presented At The Klamath County Museum

Historical Documentation Of Dealings Between The Modoc Indians And The Government Are Turned Into A Digital Library For The Public.

America’s Oldest Birding Festival event celebrates the return of Bald Eagles & waterfowl on the Pacific Flyway in the Klamath Basin February 17-19, 2012

Museum Will Be Showcasing Arsenal Of Historic Weaponry Used In Many Local Battles

TransActive Education & Advocacy's new series provides closer look at individuals and organizations who, through actions, ideologies, bias and ignorance perpetuate intolerance and abuse of gender nonconforming children, youth and their families.

Nonprofit organization expects to house over 1,700 Oregonians in 2012

A winter star party will be offered Saturday, Jan. 14, 2012, by the Klamath County Museum.

TransActive Education & Advocacy, a leading transgender child and youth advocacy organization spotlights ultra-conservative, fundamentalist oppression and abuse of gender nonconforming children and youth.

Altruistic Entrepreneur Heroes because they understand the impact and necessity of their benevolent sacrifices. They come in all shapes, colors and sizes like Robin Lim, Bruno Serato, Sal Dimiceli, Diane Latiker and Taryn Davis. www.iHumanMedia.com

When compared to the students’ scores from the previous year, the average per student grades increased dramatically - jumped 4.2 grade levels in Math, 2 grade levels in Writing, and 2.3 grade levels in Reading.

Historical Oregon museum holds a holiday meal for donations to CASA of Klamath County

Earl Whitlock, a Klamath Falls mortician, and his 1927 home will be the setting for a holiday open house on Sunday, Dec. 11th.

“History of the downtown Klamath Falls area” will be discussed in a live television program airing Dec. 13th on Charter Cable’s local network.

“Emerge Interactive provided the American Cancer Society’s Hope Ball with a very beautiful and engaging website,” said American Cancer Society Distinguished Events Director Barbara Sanders.

Gulf Shores/Orange Beach request for machinery to clean oil residue denied, instead BP turns to more crews with shovels and sand sifting hand tools

Bridgeport Village, Portland’s premier shopping and dining destination, is introducing a special holiday Rewards Shopping Incentive from December 10 through 24, 2011.

Doll maker ThatsMyFace announced it has created the Jimmy Wales, Wikipedia co-founder, action figure. Part of the proceeds of the sales of Jimmy's action figure will go be donated to the Wikimedia foundation.

NextStep Recycling and Oregon Supported Living Program form Partnership.

Basic Rights Oregon's decision to not pursue putting a marriage equality measure on the 2012 ballot represents both a painful political reality and, most importantly, a commitment to building support in order to be victorious in the near future.

Students meet with local business owners to discuss the secrets to their success. Business leaders range from executives and managers from successful companies such as Nike, Google, Microsoft, IBM, NBC, and Apple.

Two Week Permaculture Design Course Being Held December 1st thru 14th at Lost Valley Educational Center in Dexter, Oregon Open for Enrollment; Instructors Jude Hobbs, Rick Valley and Marisha Auerbach

Parr Lumber is pleased to announce Regional Operations Manager Jim Boyer was inducted into the Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Hall of Fame during the non-profit’s Hearts & Hands Auction September 23, 2011.

Parr Lumber recently donated a truck to Habitat for Humanity Portland/Metro East to replace a pick-up truck stolen from a Habitat job site September 29.

Animal loving android phone users can find the cat of their dreams right from the palm of their hand with the Cat Adoption Team's Android App.

Since 2008, TransActive Education & Advocacy's "Superheroes for Superkids" Silent Auction has been their highlight community event of the year and 2011 promises to be the biggest and best yet with the addition of Janet Mock as keynote speaker.

The Parr Lumber MLK location will host a blood drive and barbecue to benefit the Red Cross Monday, October 24, 2011 from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the store parking lot.

REACH named the second best nonprofit in the state of Oregon in the large organization category

The World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) released its 7th Edition Standards of Care. It includes expanded guidelines for care of transgender children and adolescents. The last update to the Standards of Care was in 2001.

Nonprofit will receive pro bono communication services from PR firm for one year

Oregon Lincoln Bicentennial commissioner and Civil War expert Frank Krone to give free lecture on "Oregon's Civil War Connections" to the Lincoln County Historical Society at the Pacific Maritime & Heritage Center on Sunday, Sept 11, 2011.

Eight charities join whippersnappers studio’s “give a little – get a little” campaign for at-risk children and families.

Inorder to raise the funds, Sprawling Roots is running a contest in which one entrant in one hundred and fifty entrants will win one Apple® - iPad® 2 with Wi-Fi + 3G - 16GB valued at: $629.99

Alder Elementary, one of Oregon’s most impoverished schools and the first school in the nation to be adopted by the “I Have a Dream” Foundation, will be embarking on a 15-year experiment this fall, led by Alder Principal Paz Ramos.

Parr Lumber announced the completion of the custom-built playhouse for the Healing Garden at the Oregon Burn Center at Legacy Emanuel. The playhouse, built from supplies donated by Parr Lumber, was dedicated during a ceremony July 11, 2011.

Linfield College was named one of the nation’s “Top Colleges” by Forbes. Four Oregon schools, including Linfield, were included in the top 200 undergraduate institutions.

Sanctuary One, a nonprofit care farm located in Jacksonville, Oregon, is currently in eighth place in a national online voting contest where the top-five vote getters win an entire orchard of fruit trees and help planting the trees, too.

Sprawling Roots Inc. today announced the launch of Sprawling Roots, an eco-friendly forum and online community.

Trail Blazers Street Jam, Oregon’s premier 3-on-3 hoops tournament is coming to Bridgeport Village for a pop-a-shot competition Saturday, July 9, 2011 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the gazebo.

In response to the growing demand for home modifications to assist low income homeowners with disabilities who wish to remain in their homes, but could not otherwise do so, ReFIT announces the recent addition of Laurey Maslyk as Executive Director.

Homelessness in Oregon has continued to increase during the past two years, primarily due to job loss and unemployment. Here's how you can help.

Argentstratus, of Vancouver Washington, is pleased to announce it is sponsoring the 2011 BIA of Clark County Auction for Political Action to raise funds for pro-bulding industry candidates. Keynote speaker is Rob McKenna, AG for Washington state.

Ronni Lacroute, Owner of WillaKenzie Estate winery, is celebrating the opening of the new Garden Education Center at the Oregon Food Bank West. The center was built to help educate children and families about how to grow and prepare their own food.

Six Oregon colleges were featured in the new issue of The Princeton Review’s Guide to Green Colleges, including Linfield College, Oregon State, Portland State, University of Oregon, University of Portland and Willamette University.

Society initiates worldwide effort to distinguish and identify verifiable stem cell treatment outcomes.