Oregon Non-profit News (United States)

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.

Beaverton and Aloha Oregon: Jan's Paperbacks is hosting its 3rd annual charity raffle, April 18th – May 14th, 2011, to benefit donorschoose.com, an online charity connecting classrooms in need.

Free family financial workshop for low-income families will include sessions on budgeting and saving

Center for Car Donations is now accepting car donations from California donors whose cars have not passed the smog test. The company has also lowered the requirements the car has to meet before it can be donated and auctioned for charity.

Oregon Community Becomes Newest Location on Youth Basketball Camps Nationally Expanding List

Car owners looking to donate their old, unused vehicles can take advantage of the services offered by Center for Car Donations. The organization is committed to providing assistance to non-profit groups through funds generated from donated vehicles.

Pro Ball Players Return to Bend, Oregon for Youth Basketball Camp July 2011

Summit will bring together individuals and organizations throughout the state that are dedicated to improving the financial literacy of Oregonians

Central Oregon’s largest winter festival features activities for the entire family—while raising funds for local nonprofit Saving Grace

The OnPoint Community Credit Union Celebrity Spelling Bee raises funds for Schoolhouse Supplies and the Free Store for Teachers

Car donations to the Warrior Foundation through CenterForCarDonations.com will not only give donors the satisfaction of helping injured soldiers, but also reward the donor with a $50 gift check to San Diego Homecooking.

Stem cell organization presents findings on RNL Bio Investigation

Silent auction, cocktails, dinner, live auction. Grant Putnam is the auctioneer for this Holiday Banquet and Auction. The NSIA is dedicated to the preservation, restoration and improvement of sport fisheries and the businesses dependent upon them.

As the sponsored charity, Mercy Corps will receive $.05 from each bid spent on all travel auctions

50 Oregon College Savings Plan accounts, worth $500 each, to be awarded

Funds will support Credit Unions for Kids—a nonprofit collaboration of credit unions, associations, and business partners that fundraise for Children's Miracle Network affiliated hospitals

Leslie Stickel author of Hope Defined brings the National conference to Spokane.

Save Lane Extension Programs Supports Jack O Lanterns on 5th

Event will unite educators, finance industry leaders, community members, and the media for an evening of dinner, entertainment and goodwill

RBP Methods receives the first-ever Sage Eagle Award for their devotion to customer care in 2009-2010 at the Insights partner conference in Denver, Colorado.

Beckon Call is a local window cleaning company that is looking to donate some time cleaning windows for local non-profits.

RBP Methods announces their expansion to the Upper-Midwest and the addition of a new Consultant, John Copeland.

Basic Rights Oregon will award TransActive Founder and Executive Director Jenn Burleton its 2010 Equality Champion Award at their upcoming 28th Annual Dinner & Auction at the Oregon Convention Center..

Portland-based nonprofit announces additions to its board of directors

Mandy's Special Farm for Women with Autism is just one of the many charities affiliated with the Center for Car Donations. Recently, it has been receiving a lot of car donations from willing donors across the country.

OCP and the Diocese of Orlando FL. partner to bring spiritual aid to those affected by the earthquakes in Haiti.

RBP Methods announces the release of their new Leave Accrual enhancement for users of Sage North America’s MIP Fund Accounting software.

Heaven's Garden offers more than just fresh flavors. Each purchase supports local and international charities which help suffering women and orphans.