Purpose powers every gift and act of service. From donors to nonprofits, students to volunteers; we all want to contribute to a more flourishing southwest Washington. The Community Foundation has served as a key partner in moving this shared purpose forward over the last four decades. So, to mark our 40th anniversary and share our gratitude, we invite you to join us for an evening of celebration.

Together, we’ll honor the many stories that connect our past to the present, and we will share our vision for a bolder, brighter future in southwest Washington.

June 6, 2024

at ilani Casino Resort

6 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.
Cocktail Reception

6:45 p.m. to 8:45 p.m.
Dinner & Program

Business or Cocktail Attire

Get Tickets

Dinner Options

PNW Salmon – Gluten Free, Dairy Free
Salmon Filet with PNW Berry Gastrique

NW Braised Beef Short Rib – Gluten Free
Slow Braised Boneless Beef Short Rib with Washington Cherry Demi

Butternut Squash Ravioli – Vegetarian

Sponsors

This generous group of sponsors are making our 40th Anniversary Celebration possible. Sponsorships are still available for purchase. For more details, download our sponsorship guide. To become a sponsor, please contact [email protected].

Anniversary Sponsor

Champion Sponsor

Sustaining Sponsors

Partner Sponsors

Philanthropist of the Year Award

The Community Foundation established the Philanthropist of the Year Award to recognize and celebrate individuals, couples, families or foundations that serve as exemplars of generosity in our community through outstanding charitable support, leadership and service.

2023 – Mark Matthias and Ali Novinger

2022 – Ron and Terry Prill

2021 – Gary and Christine Rood

2019 – Jim and Judith Youde

2018 – Al and Sandee Kirkwood

2017 – Greg and Michele Goodwin

2016 – Bob and Pauline Kirchner

2015 – Bob and Sharon Lewis

2013 – Jim and Kay McClaskey

2012 – Steve and Jo Marie Hansen

2011 – Lee and Connie Kearney

2010 – Joe & Teresa Pauletto

2009 – Steve and Jan Oliva

2008 – Wes and Nancy Lematta

2007 – David and Patricia Nierenberg

2006 – Ed Firstenburg

2005 – Ed and Dollie Lynch

2004 – Leslie Durst

2004 – Ray Hickey Foundation

2004 – Margaret Pulliam

Friend Of The Foundation Award

The Community Foundation established the Friend of the Foundation Award to recognize individuals and organizations who provide both professional and personal support to the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington and its mission.

2023 – First Pacific Financial

2022 – Vaughn Lein

2019 – James Martin

2018 – Brett Bryant

2017 – Michael Burgoyne, CFP®

2015 – Pabst Holland & Reynolds, PLLC

2013 – Richard Melching

2012 – Scott and Jody Campbell

2011 – Max B. Kamp

2010 – Vernon F. Peterson, CPA

2009 – Brot Bishop, Jr.

2008 – Michael Minnick

2007 – T. Randall Grove

2006 – Jeanne Kojis

2005 – William C. Dudley

2004 – Rhona Sen Hoss

2003 – David Kenny

2002 – Ron Legg

2001 – Karen Sahlstrom

2000 – Jeanne Mack

2000 – Freeman Keller

2000 – Larry Smith

Community Champion Award

The Community Champion Award celebrates individuals or organizations that are deeply engaged in their communities and tackling the most pressing issues of our time.

2023 – Karen Morrison

2022 – Geri Hiller

2021 – Anna Cruz

2021 – Merril Firestone

2019 – Don and Margaret Fuesler

2019 – The Ryan Family

2015 – David and Diane Difford

2012 – Harris Dusenbery

2012 – Margaret Colf Hepola

Catalyst Award for Philanthropic Innovation

The Catalyst Award for Philanthropic Innovation is reserved for southwest Washington’s most influential changemakers to recognize individuals who have achieved lasting community improvement through innovative philanthropic approaches. These visionaries combine extensive amounts of time, talent, treasure, ties and testimony to advance original approaches that have transformed southwest Washington organizations, places and communities.

2016 – Ed Lynch

2011 – Mary Granger