Entries for 'Portland, Oregon'

"When I created Binky Patrol, it was to fulfill a need I saw to allow people to volunteer as they could, on their own schedule and using their talents.  I didn't realize the additional gifts I would be given by helping women learn new leadership and professional skills, gain confidence, and even build a resume while making a difference in the ... ::   

“Monica Beemer is a truly inspirational and visionary leader. She realizes that we are not separate. And, she approaches her work with deep compassion and listening. She makes all people feel welcomed and valued. “ Nominated by Maureen A. Kenney . http://www.sistersoftheroad.org   Contribute to Monica’s voting process by sharing a review aft... ::   

Nancy has dedicated her life to helping women in their recovery from substance abuse. “I have to keep doing what I’m doing because this very morning, somewhere, a woman woke up thinking her life is over. She doesn’t realize it yet, but she will never take a drink or drug again and her life is going to turn inside out. I know, because mine did.” Co... ::   

Ms. Henderson has won the hearts and minds of many senior artists. Her efforts are never self-serving and she is always thinking of the elderly as the people she wants to serve. Her passion is contagious to everyone who meets her. Nominated by Michael Johnson. http://www.geezergallery.com. Contribute to Amy’s voting process by sharing a review aft... ::   

Tres Islas Orphanage Fund, founded by Donelle Manton, a photojournalist originally from Wyoming,  is now in its 23rd year and currently serves 123 children in five orphanages in Mazatlan, Mexico. With 100% of all donations, over $332,500 to date, going towards the betterment of the children. Contribute to Donelle’s voting process by shari... ::   

“My goal is to make children feel secure and help their families put food on the table.” Sharon Straus is a woman with a big heart and a incredible mission to help our local community with food, household goods. http://www.sunshinepantry.org/ Contribute to Sharon’s voting process by sharing a review after the article below.   Sharon... ::   

Adelante means rise up, move forward. Mujeres means women. Empresas means small business. Working as a VISTA Volunteer for Adelante Mujeres, Ali Brown recognized a need for additional services for small business owners. She thought up, created, sought funding and implemented Adelante Empresas, a comprehensive, small business development program des... ::   

Parenting Unplugged Radio provides resources to parents from all walks of life via authentic, entertaining and interesting programming. Contribute to Laura and Todd’s voting process by sharing a review after the article below. Parenting Unplugged Radio was conceived out of a desire for many things one of which was to include Todd on a more regu... ::   

I would like to nominate Joan Cramer of Portland, Oregon. Puppeteer and volunteer. Since 1994 ,Joan has been volunteering for Kids on the Block Awareness Program educating children in our schools and community on social, safety and Health issues. Children today face many traumatic challenges and Joan is always available to volunteer for our program... ::   

Her vision to increase opportunities for Latino families through holistic education, workforce and entrepreneurial training and family literacy; build community through leadership development and the search for solutions to common concerns; preserve, foster and share cultural heritage and facilitate intercultural exchange; and to advocate ecologica... ::   

“Cathy has personally taken on the medically fragile animals that would otherwise not have made it out of the shelter and found them the treatment they needed to recover and find a forever home. These cats and dogs are now a life time companion for families who took a chance on an adopted cat or dog. OFOSA would not be without Cathy and her husband... ::   

‘Your Best Foot Forward’ assists job seekers meeting their clothing needs for all career fields from the business office, to the hospital, to the construction site. Putting "your best foot forward" at an interview begins with attire that makes a great first impression. Contribute to Kathryn’s voting process by sharing a review after the article be... ::   

The Hood River Life Skills program is designed to build healthy relationships by bringing closure and healing to past events while teaching important life skills missed in childhood. Learn how to recognize where reactions come and how to deal with them. Contribute to Mike and Pam’s voting process by sharing a review after the article below. &... ::