Celebrating Leadership and Philanthropy in Our Community Philanthropy Awards 2011 Change the world with a giving heart PORTLAND TRIBUNE COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS The Association of Fundraising Professionals Oregon & Southwest Washington Chapter Thanks to more than 2600 donors, the Linus Pauling Science Center will serve as a home for scientific discovery at OSU for years to come. PHILANTHROPY: HELPING OSU BUILD LEADERS 10 FOR OREGON STATERS, philanthropy is in our roots. The university’s oldest building, Benton Hall, was an early gift from the citizens of Benton County in 1888. That great tradition of generosity continues. Thanks to our growing community of supporters, Oregon State opened two new privately-funded buildings this fall, the Linus Pauling Science Center and the Hallie Ford Center for Healthy Children and Families, and soon will open a restored Joyce Collin Furman Hall, home to the College of Education. More than bricks and mortar, these buildings will help inspire tomorrow’s leaders. At OSU, we understand the power of private giving. And we know that the winners of this year’s AFP Philanthropy Awards are likewise transforming their communities and the lives of those around them. CONGRATULATIONS. Thank you for building a better Oregon. campaignforosu.org 16 Profiles in Caring Philanthropy Awards 2011 Association of Fundraising Professionals Oregon & SW Washington Chapter Welcome to the 2011 5 AFP Philanthropy Awards Ed and Dollie Lynch 8 8 Vollum Award For Lifetime Philanthropic Achievement Greg Chaillé 10 Thomas Lamb Eliot Award For Service To Philanthropy Harry A. Merlo 12 Outstanding Philanthropist 10 12 Pendleton Foundation Trust 14 Outstanding Philanthropic Foundation Safeway, Portland Division 16 Outstanding Philanthropic Corporation Outdoor School Student Leaders 14 18 Outstanding Volunteer Group Published by Pamplin Media Group Publisher: Mark Garber ©2011 Pamplin Media Group / Portland Tribune. Association Art Director: Kevin Anspach of Fundraising Professionals Oregon & SW Washington Graphic Designer: Karl Deutsch Chapter 2011 Philanthropy Awards Program is published by Pamplin Media Group / Portland Tribune, 6605 S.E. Writer: Randalyn Nickelsen Clark P.O. Box 55512 6605 S.E. Lake Road, Lake Road, Portland, OR 97222 • Phone: 503-684-0360 Portland, OR 97238 Portland, OR 97222 Photographers: Vern Uyetake, Fax: 503-620-3433. 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They are leaders, AWARDEESAWARDEES FOR FOR YOUR YOUR volunteers, and philanthropists like you who inspire the LEADERSHIP,LEADERSHIP, COMMITMENT COMMITMENT next generation. Our students as well as faculty ANDAND GENEROSITY GENEROSITY IN IN HELPING HELPING OTHERS. OTHERS. and staff members are committed partners in Portland, working side-by-side with local organizations to make a www.unitedway-pdx.orgwww.unitedway-pdx.org difference in the community. GIVE.GIVE. ADVOCATE. ADVOCATE. VOLUNTEER. VOLUNTEER. For more information, visit www.pdx.uoregon.edu or call 503-412-3696. White Stag Block, 70 NW Couch St., Portland OR, 97209 pdx.uoregon.edu 4 Association of Fundraising Professionals Oregon & SW Washington Chapter | www.afporegon.afpnet.org | 2011 Philanthropy Awards November 2011 Celebrating Philanthropy This year’s event marks the 25th vulnerable citizens, but many have November 15th is National Phi- James K. Phelps, ACFRE Annual Philanthropy Awards pre- stepped forward to ensure that the lanthropy Day, but philanthropy President sented by the Oregon and Southwest hungry are fed, that the homeless should be celebrated daily. As you Oregon & SW Washington Chapter Association of Fundraising Professionals Washington Chapter of the Associa- have roofs over their heads, that learn more about our awardees, tion of Fundraising Professionals! the next generation has educational take inspiration from their stories. November 15 is National Philan- opportunities, that the sick receive Our awardees did not give just to thropy Day. We join many across care, that the environment, our receive a plaque. They have truly the nation and around the world in rights and animals are protected, learned the lesson that those who celebrating the best that our com- and that we are inspired by art. give receive so much more in re- munity has to offer in service to phi- The Association of Fundrais- turn. Go forth and reap the rewards lanthropy. Those being recognized ing Professionals is an association of giving. Change the world with a are some of the best that Oregon of nearly 30,000 development giving heart! and Southwest Washington has to professionals worldwide who pro- offer. But they are also representa- mote philanthropy and ethical tive of everyone giving back to the fundraising. With more than 150 community. As we applaud those members throughout Oregon and who appear on the stage, we need to Southwest Washington, the lo- applaud everyone who gives freely cal chapter supports professionals ANDIE PETKUS PHOTOGRAPHY of their time and their money. who have committed their careers We are pleased that you are able to to matching the dreams of donors join us in our annual celebration. If with the organizations that can fill you are reading this, you show that community needs. All members philanthropy is important to you of the Association of Fundraising and that you recognize the impor- Professionals pledge to adhere to tant role philanthropy plays in our the Code of Ethics. The association society. Thank you for all that you supports them in their profession do in service to others. by providing continuing education, Over the past few years the need networking opportunities and by has grown. The downturn in the advocating on behalf of nonprofits, economy hit some of our most donors and the profession. Connie and Lee Kearney with Joe Kortum of the Southwest Washington Medical Center. Congratulations to Harry A. Merlo Recipient of the 2011 Outstanding Philanthropist Award Since 1976, your inspiration and dedication to our organization has meant the “world” to us. November 2011 Association of Fundraising Professionals Oregon & SW Washington Chapter | www.afporegon.afpnet.org | 2011 Philanthropy Awards 5 Previous winners: Youth in Philanthropy Award Youth United Steering Committee Madras Youth Community ANDIE PETKUS PHOTOGRAPHY Habitat for Humanity Action Team Portland/Metro East Community 101– Jimmy Fowkes A PGE Foundation Program Ben Walker & Rory Bialostosky Young Audiences of Oregon & (Africa Bridge) SW Washington Katelyn Tomac Sullivan Tillamook High School Nancy Serna Jennifer Fletcher Previous winners: Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser Award Rob Shick Jim Rudd Jackie Gango Jordan Schnitzer Jim Putney William R. Moffat Ken Thrasher Ken Lewis Ed & Sue Cooley Al Gleason Gwyneth Gamble & Worth Caldwell Gary Maffei Brian Booth Frank Brawner Sho Dozono Myron Child Don Frisbee Mario Pastega Claris Poppert Lou Perry Bill R. Swindells Julie Emry Nancy Russell Edwin M. “Ted” Baker Dr. Joe Robertson of OHSU with Keith Thomson of OHSU Foundation. University of Portland congratulates Congratulations Outstanding Philanthropist Harry Merlo for an honor well deserved. To all Recipients of the Philanthropy Awards e Samuel S. Johnson Foundation HARRY MERLO WATCHING PILOT SOCCER AT MERLO FIELD. Redmond, Oregon (541) 548-8104 6 Association of Fundraising Professionals Oregon & SW Washington Chapter | www.afporegon.afpnet.org | 2011 Philanthropy Awards November 2011 Association of Fundraising Professionals Mission Madras Youth Community The Oregon and Southwest Washington Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) welcomes you to celebrate philan- Action Team thropy and “giving back” in our every day lives. Our mission is to advance philanthropy and ethical fundraising. Community 101– A PGE Foundation Program We: Educate, Facilitate certifi cation, Advocate, Mentor, Honor and recognize Young Audiences of Oregon & SW Washington Tillamook High School Jennifer Fletcher Congratulations, AFP Philanthropy Award Winners! Your good works and extraordinary talents have had an (noun): A person, who practices Phi•lan•thro•pist, enormous effect on Oregon. charitable giving and provides benevolent assistance to those who are in need. One who places the welfare of others before their own interests and does so without desire for recognition. It takes more than a defi nition to make a difference. It takes a huge heart. Congratulations 2011 Oregon Philanthropy Award Winners CONGRA TULAT IONS Pendleton Foundation Trust The Pendleton Round-Up® and Happy Canyon® share your values of service to community and preservation of Pendleton’s heritage. We deeply appreciate your example of generosity and leadership. Thank you for everything you do to make Pendleton a great place to live, work and play!