Keynote Speaker
Tiffany (DrT) Manuel, Founder & CEO, TheCaseMade
DrT is the founder and CEO of TheCaseMade, where she collaborates with social changemakers across the U.S. to build diverse, equitable, and inclusive communities.
She authored Case Made! 10 Powerful Leadership Principles that Win Hearts, Change Minds, and Grow Impact. Growing up in Detroit during turbulent times inspired her commitment to transformative policy, programs, and services.
With over 25 years of experience in various sectors, DrT holds advanced degrees in public policy from the University of Massachusetts Boston, and political science from Purdue University and the University of Chicago.
Emcee
Tim Gordon, KGW News Anchor
Tim is the 4 p.m. news anchor at KGW in Portland. He also continues reporting duties as much as possible. Tim has covered the news in Portland since 2004. You name it, Tim’s probably covered it!
The veteran journalist finds the common denominator in telling good stories is the people who give them life and meaning.
Tim’s family history runs five generations deep in the Portland area, now including his wife and two daughters.
From Proud Ground’s
Executive Director
You’re Invited!
Join us for an evening of connection and
celebration all in the spirit of community.
Thanks to your support, Proud Ground has become the largest community land trust in the Pacific Northwest, helping more than 650 households become first-time homeowners.
This is your moment to join with others—individuals, corporations, Proud Ground homeowners, realtors, lenders, coalition partners, public agencies, and more—as we honor the incredible people and partnerships that define the “community” in community land trust.
Let’s celebrate the power of community. Together, we make the dream of affordable homeownership a reality for families in Oregon and SW Washington!
Hope to see you!
Dominique (Dom) Merriweather
Thank You to Our Sponsors
Title Sponsor
Foundation Co-Sponsors
Cornerstone Sponsor
Bedrock Sponsor
Key Sponsors
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact Marilyn Kun at 503.493.0293 ext. 105
with any additional questions or concerns.
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At Proud Ground, our tagline is “Dreams Start Here.” When individuals and families fulfill the American dream of homeownership, they gain stability and begin creating wealth. Then, they can create even more dreams for their futures.
Whether it’s continuing their education, getting involved in their child’s neighborhood school, starting a family, inviting aging family members to live with them, starting a business . . . futures become brighter thanks to your support of Proud Ground.
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It’s our silver anniversary! We invite you to wear something silver if you’d like to get in the spirit of things.
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The event is a benefit/fundraiser for Proud Ground. We will have a paddle raise and hope you will be inspired to support our work. There also will be an opportunity to purchase tickets for a drawing.
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Your three-course dinner includes a choice of chicken, pork, or vegetarian entree, as described below.
Herb-Roasted Farm Chicken with Fancy Mushrooms and Calvados Cream
Tomato-Braised Pork Shoulder
Panisse: Chickpea Fritter with Grilled Maitakes, Pickled Shimejis, Roasted Cippolinis, and Herb Emulsion
Indicate your preference by clicking the link in the ticket confirmation you will receive by email.
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Yes. Please indicate any dietary restrictions or food allergies when you select your entree.
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The Redd on Salmon is located at 831 SE Salmon St, Portland, OR 97214.
Public and metered street parking is available in the area surrounding the event venue.
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The event is schedule to end by 8:00 PM.