Virtual Gala December 3, 2020
Virtual Gala Dec. 3, 2020
Streaming online at 7 p.m. www.ProvidenceFoundations.org/portlandgala Special thanks to our sponsors
Andersen Construction • CARR Subaru • JRJ Architects • MetroWest • NW Newborn Specialists – Mednax • Oregon Emergency Physicians • Stu Peterson • PAE Engineers • ZGF Architects, LLP
Benefiting
A year of resilience, creativity and gratitude This has been a year of great change for everyone. At Safeway, we had to adapt our business overnight to provide a safe environment for our customers and employees. We know Providence faced and met an even greater challenge – rising to the call to care for the sickest in our communities. Our hearts and thoughts are with all the Providence caregivers on the frontlines who give so much of themselves to others. We also know that supporting our communities this year is more important than ever. We are honored to serve as the title sponsor for the 2020 Safeway | Providence Festival of Trees event series in Portland, southern Oregon and the north coast area. This year’s Portland festival raises funds for Providence Children’s Health, and we’re proud to continue our tradition of supporting this important community event. During the holiday season, Festival of Trees holds a special place in our heart. We’ve been honored to sponsor this series of magical, family-oriented events for several years. We always look forward to the stunning displays of trees and the atmosphere of warmth and family. This year’s events may look a little different, but the need remains. Thank you for joining the activities and giving generously. Together, we can improve the lives of children and their families throughout Oregon. May you stay safe and healthy this holiday season,
Gineal Davidson Division President, Safeway Oregon and southwest Washington
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Caring for Oregon’s most vulnerable Perlo Construction is proud to again present the Safeway | Providence Festival of Trees Gala in Portland. Tonight, we gather virtually to support Providence Children’s Health and its critical programs that help children and families throughout Oregon. Perlo Construction has been here since the 1950s and has a long tradition of caring for our customers and communities. We believe that long-standing relationships built upon a foundation of trust are essential to creating successful partnerships. We are proud to partner with Providence, a Mission-focused organization with deep roots in serving the Portland community. As we face this pandemic together, we are honored to support Providence caregivers who are committed to caring for others. We wish we could all be together tonight for this magical holiday tradition. The need to support Providence Children’s Health is even greater this year, as we help some of the youngest, most vulnerable Oregonians. Thank you for standing with us.
Gayland Looney Owner, Perlo Construction
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Festival auction online Online auction opens Monday, Nov. 23 and closes 9 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 3 Register here:
https://fot2020.ggo.bid How to register as an online bidder Follow these steps to create your online bidder account: 1. Click the GET STARTED button in the upper right corner of the page. 2. Click the Create Account green bar at the top. 3. Enter your email address. *For Providence caregivers, we recommend using a personal email address to bid online and receive bidding and donation notifications. 4. Check your email for the confirmation link and click on that link. 5. Complete your registration process by entering your contact information, credit card and creating a password.
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How to bid on auction packages Once your account is created, you can bid on packages anywhere. It’s simple and designed to help you easily manage your bids. Follow the steps below and get started now. 1. After registering, access the Online Bidding page by clicking Start Bidding on this page. 2. Login to your account by entering your username, which is your email, and password. 3. Select the package you wish to bid on by clicking that package. 4. Select “Bid More” and choose your bid amount. Note: You will be charged only for donations you make or auction packages you win.
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Program 6:30 p.m. Virtual pre-event begins
Tune in to make sure your browser is working and enjoy photos, music and other festival items.
Visit ProvidenceFoundations.org/portlandgala to watch.
7 p.m.
Virtual Gala begins
Hosted by Steve Dunn and Johnna Wells
Message, Lisa Vance, chief executive, Providence Oregon
Performances by Amos Lee, The Brown Sisters with Aaron Meyer, and Storm Large
Auction spotlight and moments of giving
*Alaska Airlines raffle closes at 7:15 p.m.
8:15 p.m. Program ends 9 p.m.
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BENEFICIARY
Providence Children’s Health Each year 112,000 babies, children and teens rely on Providence Children’s Health for compassionate care, hope and healing. Amid the pandemic, this care is even more important. Generous community members such as you can support our programs that bring life-changing care to local children and their families. By giving generously tonight, you will help sustain and advance specialized programs for children in need, including:
Swindells Resource Center
Being the parent or caregiver of a child with special health care needs can be overwhelming. Many families don’t know where to turn for help. Providence’s one-of-a kind Swindells Resource Center provides free resources, information, education and peer-to-peer support. Last year our centers, located in Portland and Medford, served more than 20,000 families.
Providence Center for Medically Fragile Children
The Center for Medically Fragile Children cares for children who will need complex medical care their entire lives. It is the first and only pediatric skilled nursing facility in the Pacific Northwest. Generous donors have supported the center’s facilities, equipment and activities for decades – enhancing the care, dignity and quality of life for these vulnerable children and their families. Since a lifetime of care for these children is financially overwhelming to any family, your support helps bridge what Medicaid and private insurance does not cover. Families do not pay anything out of pocket. This financial shortfall for the center exceeds $1 million a year.
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Camp Erin
Camp Erin is the only weekend camp in Oregon where children ages 6-17 can be with other kids who are coping with the death of a loved one. The program is funded entirely by donations. Under the care of trained therapists and volunteers, children express themselves and build community through creative outlets such as poetry, art, music and physical activities. This year, Camp Erin is providing support virtually to grieving children.
Neonatal Intensive Care Units
Providence’s neonatal intensive care units care for the tiniest babies throughout Oregon, some as young as 23 weeks preterm. In addition, supporting child development before and after birth is a growing field of medicine. Providence has increased research to improve outcomes for babies and mothers, with projects that focus on improvements to pre-natal and post-partum care and on the impact of adverse childhood experiences on maternal and child health. Your gift will provide specialized equipment for these fragile babies and clinical resources for newborn research.
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Now more than ever, Providence needs your support. A gift of any size will make an important difference to the children we serve. Thank you. $50,000
Allows Swindells Resource Center to explore new technology to remove barriers and improve access to resources for families statewide
$25,000
Helps fund child life specialists at Providence Child Center and across the state who provide support for our most vulnerable kids and their families
$10,000
Provides one year of art services and supplies to Providence’s art therapy clinic programs in partnership with the Children’s Healing Art Project
$5,000
Provides 100 children with a chance at hope and healing through Camp Erin’s grieving services and support
$2,500
Helps provide the latest advances in technology, including a special bassinet in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
$1,000
Provides a year’s worth of toys, games and art supplies for children receiving mental health crisis care
$500
Covers the cost of one child to experience Camp Erin with support from professional bereavement counselors and volunteers, food and lodging, and activity supplies (includes virtual support during COVID-19)
$250
Covers the cost of a new “kangaroo chair” for parents to use in the NICU and supports scholarships for first-time parenting classes (includes virtual classes during COVID-19)
$100
Provides 10 comfort sleep sacks for babies in the NICU
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Zoom with Santa Experience
Santa in 2020 is tech savvy. Reserve your spot for a special 10-minute Zoom visit with Santa Claus himself from the comfort of home. Kids will have a chance to tell the big guy their Christmas wishes, and each child will receive a special letter sent home from Santa after their visit. You also will receive a video recording of the visit to remember this special time. Santa is available to Zoom with families everywhere, so you don’t need to be in Oregon to purchase and schedule a Zoom call. There are 84 spots available for purchase. Time slots are available on Friday, Dec. 11; Saturday, Dec. 12; and Sunday, Dec. 13.
Alaska Airlines Raffle
Enter to win two round-trip airfare vouchers on Alaska Airlines. Tickets are $75 each, and only 250 tickets will be sold. The winning ticket will be drawn and announced at the end of the show. Don’t miss your chance to win. Package is valued at $2,578. Vouchers need to be ticketed prior to Dec. 31, 2021. Ticket sales for this raffle ticket package end at 7:15 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 3. The winner will be announced during the livestream Virtual Gala.
“Buy It Now” feature
If you find your perfect tree or other auction item, we encourage you to take the opportunity to Buy It Now. Each tree and auction item has a set price, and an offer at that price removes the tree from the auction. The Buy It Now price includes a charitable donation to Providence.
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Featured item
Signed Vintage Clyde Drexler Jersey Donated by: Mary Salquist Beatty A perfect piece for a true Blazer fan, this signed vintage Clyde Drexler jersey is a rare and wonderful treat. This jersey was made before the team moved to the Champion brand of jerseys, making it harder to find and worth significantly more. Clyde “the Glide” Drexler played 15 seasons in the NBA, spending most of his career with the Portland Trail Blazers. He is a 10-time NBA All-Star and was named one of the 50 greatest players in NBA history. He earned a gold medal on the 1992 United States Olympic Team known as “The Dream Team,” among many other accomplishments. Beautifully framed, this piece of memorabilia is the perfect addition to any collection. View the online auction package for photos.
Featured item
Condo stay in beautiful Puerto Vallarta Donated by: Friends of the Festival and Alaska Airlines Months of social isolation have us all itching to get out of Portland and into the sunshine. Plan a trip next year where you and a guest will enjoy a one-week stay in a lovely studio apartment at Club Velas Vallarta. Enjoy beautiful Puerto Vallarta, including warm beaches and delicious food. The winning bidder also receives two round-trip tickets on Alaska Airlines for anywhere Alaska flies. Use the tickets for this trip or another – your choice. Restrictions apply. See online package for details.
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Featured item
Eagle Crest spring break getaway Donated by: Friends of the Festival You’ve got spring break 2021 covered – and within driving distance. Enjoy seven days and six nights in eastern Oregon at Eagle Crest. You’ll have room for the whole family in a two-bedroom, two-bathroom unit that sleeps six: master bedroom suite with king bed on the upper level, two twins in the second bedroom, and a queen sofa sleeper on the main with a full kitchen and dining area. Enjoy full resort amenities, including three sports centers, four pools, splash park, miles of paved and off-road trails, hiking along the Deschutes River, two championship golf courses and The Spa at Eagle Crest. Treat the family to time away from home to relax, recharge, and create new family memories.
Featured item
2021 festival VIP experience Donated by: Friends of the Festival We can’t wait to welcome everyone back to the festival in person. Enjoy next year’s Festival of Trees Gala as a VIP. This package has everything you need for a night to remember, including a premium table of 10 for the 2021 Festival of Trees Gala with upgraded wine, custom dinner menu, VIP cocktail service and other surprises. There is no better way to experience the Festival of Trees Gala dinner and auction.
Be sure to explore the online auction – filled with one-of-a-kind trees (large and small), wreaths, décor pieces and baskets.
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Gala Sponsors
Andersen Construction • CARR Subaru • JRJ Architects • MetroWest • NW Newborn Specialists – Mednax • Oregon Emergency Physicians • Stu Peterson • PAE Engineers • ZGF Architects, LLP
Printing sponsor
STEVENSIS
Wine sponsor
Decor Sponsor
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Remembering our Past Sponsors: SLD Technology Designers: Leslie Radke, Sandy Miller, Carol Nielsen and Dorothy Douglas The Columbia River Gorge and east to Pendleton is rich with historical landmarks, museums and towns offering a glimpse into the life of Oregon pioneers. This tree includes everything you need to enjoy the lush forests, beautiful waterfalls and the “king of roads,” Oregon’s Scenic Highway on your journey east. Gift certificates including Skamania Lodge, Multnomah Falls and Wild Horse Casino Matching Chief Joseph Pendleton blankets, backpack, hat, gloves, wallets, scarves and coin purse Fourteen baskets ready for gifting this Christmas featuring wine, candles, ornaments, chocolates and more
Elf Office Party Sponsor: Iva Gjerde Designers: Lisa Quinn, Megan Bradley, Ethan Adamson and Jason Marson These hardworking elves have spent all year making toys for good little children, but now Santa’s away and it’s time for the annual Elf Office Party. Toys for kids ages 3 to 11 and a toy box to help keep the toys tidy Huge collection of socks in many different designs from Sock It To Me to keep or share
Gift baskets to keep or share
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Back to the Future Sponsor: iHeart Media Designers: Ty Christian If you want to dance around this Christmas tree, you may want to dust off your leg warmers and tease up your hair. This ‘80s-themed, rad tree will be the totally awesome centerpiece of your rocking holiday.
Zoom call with American ‘80s R&B group Nu Shooz
Lots of ‘80s themed toys, including an Atari with 120 games included, Magic 8 Balls, Simon Says, Rubik’s Cubes, Care Bears, Spirograph, slap bracelets and more Original artwork depicting the ‘80s by local artist Aaron McConnell
It’s a Wonderful Life Sponsor: The Sawyer family Designers: Emily Sawyer, Troy Sawyer and Jeff Sawyer It’s a Wonderful Life has been called a timeless film that continues to be relevant today. Inspired by the heartwarming holiday classic, this tree reminds us that even in difficult times there is always hope. The gifts of love, family and friendship will carry us through. Classy tree that pops and sparkles full of silver, black and white décor Many items reminiscent of the movie, including a print of “George Lassos the Moon” and Tom Sawyer that was enjoyed by angel Clarence Electric fireplace to keep you and your loved ones warm during chilly nights, plus a cozy classic chair to place beside it Vintage-style Victrola record player with built-in CD and tape deck
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Where is Santa? Sponsor: Providence Milwaukie Designers: Sandy Miller, Shelly Hamann, Mark Johnson, family and friends The reindeer are ready, but … where is Santa? Never fear, he’ll arrive to deliver something to delight everyone in the family, from the young to the young at heart. Proceeds from this tree will benefit The Community Teaching Kitchen.
Huge selection of toys and games for kids ages 3 to 11
Nine stuffed reindeer ready to pull Santa’s sleigh
Let’s Read While the Cookies Bake Sponsor: PPMC Professional Staff Designers: Leilani Wilson, Raji Chandrasekaran, Jan Clark, Sharon Martin, Nivedha Sathish Kumar Baking cookies is a much-loved holiday tradition. With this tree, you can make enough cookies for everyone and also give a cookie cutter and cookbook along with the holiday treats. Hundreds of children’s books tucked into Christmas stockings, ready to give
Baking utensils with 100 cookbooks
Custom handmade tree skirt
More than 100 decorated metal cookie cutters that can be removed from the tree and used to make cookies
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Dog Gone Good Catmas Sponsor: Howard S. Wright, a Balfour Beatty Company Designers: Nicole Schatz, Lynne Collum, Dani Bennett and family, Lisa Accuardi and family Your furry family members have been a constant source of love and comfort during quarantine. Give them the holidays of their dreams with this tree full of special gear and treats. Custom pet-themed ornament by local artist Lynne Collum Lots of gear for your feline friends, including a cat tower, toys and treats Items for your canine friends including dog beds, chew toys and treats
An Evening with Radko Sponsor: Friends of the Festival Designers: James Lenhart, Alejandro Velez and Cathleen Small Famed ornament designer Christopher Radko has a philosophy that Christmas is no time for restraint. Filled with exquisite ornaments and glittering details, this tree featuring Radko designs will be a showpiece in any home. Many collectible Radko ornaments, including a Radko finial for the tree topper A three-night stay in a two-bedroom, two-bath house near Mt. Hood between March 15, 2021 and Dec 30, 2021
A limo wine tour near Portland for four
Collection of Radko books to read about the history of the ornaments on your tree
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Naughty-cal or Nice Sponsor: LUXE Christie’s International Real Estate Designers: Margi Chesbro and Melanie Niemeyer Ahoy mateys! You can almost smell the salty air around this tree. But don’t let the lighthouse steer you away from the shipwreck of gifts that your favorite Santa buddy will love. This nautical tree will turn any land-loving griller into a happy sailor. Crated gifts with themes such as “kebob king, fajita maker, wing master and grilling guru”
The shipwreck that actually is a bookcase
Snacks that include single malt scotch caramels, rum peanuts, and gin and tonic chocolate bar
Star of Wonder Sponsor: Providence Benedictine Nursing Center Designers: Shelly Hamann, Sandy Miller, Mark Johnson, family and friends The first star of Christmas pushes away the darkness of night and sets the world aglow from afar. This tree will bring that cherished light into your home. Proceeds from this tree will benefit Providence Benedictine Nursing Center. Tree and matching wreath with a coordinated holiday design Décor with plenty of stars, holy family ornaments and accent candles
Three cozy, hand-knit blankets
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T, a Tree, a Christmas Tree! Sponsor: Providence Medical Group Designers: Robin Birge, Dominique Buhl and Min Stearns This tree is alive with the Sound of Music. More than five decades ago, the film Sound of Music first sang its way into audiences’ hearts. It remains popular with families today. This tree pays homage to the movie’s 55th anniversary, incorporating musical components and visual elements inspired by the Austrian landscape. Rich hues of blue, gold, white and cream adorn this elegant tree from trunk to tip Sound of Music collector’s Items, including limited edition Blu-ray movie set, 55th anniversary scrapbook, framed movie poster and Thomas Kinkade puzzle Bavarian village vacation package to Leavenworth, Washington Themed gift baskets showcasing “A Few of our Favorite Things”
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Have Yourself A Merry Little Gift-mas
Sponsor: The Don Hanna Family Designers: Ali Hanna-White, Matt White and Katie Hanna Have a happy, self-isolating, quarantined, six-foot-apart, social distancing Christmas. This tree includes everything you need to keep yourself entertained, at home and grateful for the holidays. Wine fridge stocked with a selection of wine, beer and other beverages Themed gift baskets including taco night, baking, arts and crafts, hot chocolate and s’mores, date night and more
Bar cart with accessories, ice bucket and glasses
Keurig K-Duo coffee maker
Time to Cozy up and Hibernate Sponsor: Providence Hospice Designers: Jacquelyn Dunn, Shawn Dunn, Judith Mimnaugh, Olivia Gober and Kate Gober Have the bear-iest Christmas ever! This beautiful tree and three black bears will give you the log cabin Christmas you’ve always wanted, without ever leaving home. Proceeds from this tree will benefit Camp Erin. Large cabin-themed house for your Christmas décor or your favorite pet Three cases of Oak Knoll wine in decorative wine sacks and baskets to savor or share
Three giant black bears
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Gnome for the Holidays Sponsor: Metro West Ambulance Designers: Kelsi Dow, Erin Miller, Jan Lee, Sandy Pies and Lillie Miller This is a fireside sittin’, present wrappin’, movie bingin’, hot cocoa sippin’, hanging with my gnomies kind of tree. We think you’ll agree that “Gnome for the Holidays” is the best place to be.
Freestanding warm and wonderful fireplace
Christmas baskets brimming with goodies to eat and drink for both your big and little gnomes Beautiful new and vintage home décor, including an arctic white fur rug, blankets and candles
Games and toys for kids all ages
Stardust Sponsor: Titos Handmade Vodka Designers: Stephanie Kaady As Tito Beveridge likes to say, “We are all made of stardust and it wants us to do good.” During this holiday season, “doing good” includes sharing the gift of Tito’s Handmade Vodka. Gifts and cocktails for adult friends and family members to enjoy all year long “Vodka for Dog People” gifts that include a dog house, leash, toys, plus more goodies for our furry friends Golf lover’s gifts to help the golfer in your life fit right in on the 19th hole For snowbirds, a fun-in-the sun gift set that includes chairs, a cooler, hats and more
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Angels Among Us Sponsor: Providence Health Plan Designers: Stacy Ryback, Ronni Nichuals, Velma Rodriguez and Tiah Kershaw Let the Christmas angels gather around and oversee your season’s festivities this year. This lush tree in gold, green, white and silver will spread majestic grace into your home. Lots of angelic ornaments and décor for your tree and home Twenty $100 Visa gift cards ready to give or use as a blessing to others this holiday season
Poinsettia Tree Home for the Holidays Sponsor: Al’s Garden Center Designers: Friends of the Festival Make this holiday season a little brighter for hospital patients who will enjoy these beautiful poinsettias. You can give the gift of wonder, joy and warmth this Christmas. 100 cheerful, colorful poinsettias to decorate the halls of Providence Portland Medical Center and Providence Child Center
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Raffle tree Sponsor: Providence Credit Union Designers: Cara J. Self and Mikaela Self-Layton Purchase a raffle ticket (or several), and this tree and all its trimmings could be yours. This beautifully traditional tree will be a showpiece in any home or business. Adorned in red, green, gold and just a hint of blue, it will be an eye-catching addition to your holiday dĂŠcor. One lucky winner will also receive a $1,000 Visa gift card and other surprises. Tickets are $25 each and restrictions apply. See online auction for additional details.
Thank you for joining us during this year’s virtual Festival of Trees. Please have a safe and healthy holiday season.
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Frequently asked questions What if I buy a full-size tree requiring delivery?
We will contact you between 9 p.m. and 10 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 3 to confirm all delivery details. Prestige Moving and Storage Company will deliver full-size trees within 30 miles of the Oregon Convention Center on Friday, Dec. 4 and Saturday, Dec. 5. As a special courtesy to those who bought full-size trees, we can deliver other auction items with your tree to the same delivery address. Each item will be delivered on a timely basis, barring any acts of God, inclement weather or inaccessible locations. Unfortunately, we are unable to commit to an exact delivery time. We will be in touch with you to coordinate a delivery window.
How will I know if I won an auction item?
When the auction closes at 9 p.m., all winning bidders will receive a text or email confirming the items they’ve won.
Auction item pickup:
Buyers are asked to pick up auction items (except large tree packages) at the Oregon Convention Center between 12 p.m. and 4 p.m., Friday, Dec. 4, or between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m, Saturday, Dec. 5. Auction pickup is located on the back side of the building, on the corner of First and Holladay. On the back side of the convention center, proceed north on First Avenue toward the light at Holladay. Before you reach the light, you will see a sign that reads “Auction Pickup.” Make a hard right turn into the loading area and look for the long bank of doors. We will email all winning bidders on Friday morning (Dec. 4) with instructions on where to go. If you have questions regarding pickup, please contact Julie Wallace at: 503-757-1937.
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TV Christmas Special Saturday, Dec. 5 • 8:30 p.m. on KATU Channel 2 Hear musical performances by Amos Lee, Storm Large and Train! Go behind the scenes with decorators who craft Festival trees. ProvidenceFoundations.org/festival Special thanks to our sponsors
Our Mission
As expressions of God’s healing love, witnessed through the ministry of Jesus, we are steadfast in serving all, especially those who are poor and vulnerable.
Values
Compassion, Dignity, Justice, Excellence, Integrity
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