By Jennifer Holzapfel-Hanson
Sometimes a small gesture — a moment of generosity — makes a lasting impact. At the Multnomah Athletic Foundation (MAF), these moments happen every day, often sparked by something as simple as a $25 donation. For MAC members, this modest gift during the annual fund drive is more than just financial. It’s an investment in dreams, ambition and the unwavering spirit of young athletes like Fernanda Rodriguez.
Fernanda’s journey began in East Portland,...
As a 2025 Loprinzi Scholarship Finalist, each of these remarkable young people will receive a $10,000 scholarship to support their journey in higher education and beyond.
Giovanny Dillanes is a resilient, hardworking student who has turned adversity into action.
After overcoming substance abuse, Gio found healing and discipline through track and cross country at Beaverton High School—earning a spot on the varsity team and redefining what success means to him.
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Tomorrow is the night! The 2025 Scholarship Celebration Event is tomorrow, Tuesday, June 11 at the Multnomah Athletic Club!
This event is a joyful celebration of our scholarship recipients and the community that uplifts them. To ensure we’re prepared to welcome everyone, please let us know if your plans have changed.If you can no longer attend, please cancel your RSVP via Eventbrite or reply to this email so we can adjust our guest list.
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Congratulations to the 2025 Loprinzi Scholarship recipients! These remarkable high school seniors are from all over the Portland Metro Area! We are thrilled to share the school finalists and the award finalists. Over $49,000 will power their next steps in education! Watch our upcoming Saturday Scholarship Shoutouts for the individual photos and bios.
Learn more about the Loprinzi Program here.
$10,000Beaverton High SchoolGiovannyDillanes$10,000David Douglas High...
Since 1971, each spring we welcome in a new cohort of MAC Scholar Athletes into a historic and collaborative program between the Multnomah Athletic Foundation and the Multnomah Athletic Club. Comprised of current sophomores from 30 possible program area high schools, we are thrilled to announce the 2025 MAC Scholar Athlete Cohort which is made up of amazing student athletes from all over the Portland Metro Area! Stay tuned for more features on theses students and the program as we progress...
For many years, the Youth Grant Initiative (YGI) has been a cornerstone of youth engagement at the Multnomah Athletic Foundation. Through YGI, middle school students have had the opportunity to apply their curiosity, compassion, and critical thinking to the fields of philanthropy and grantmaking. The initiative has provided a powerful introduction to community impact while demonstrating that early leadership development can be truly transformative.
This year, we’re placing...
Spring cleaning is upon us! So, clear out your garage and make a difference. We’re teaming up with Bike First! and Reborn Bikes to collect new or used bikes, bike parts, and gear — giving kids the chance to experience the joy of movement and independence this summer.
📅 April 13
🕛 Noon – 2 PM
📍 Multnomah Athletic Club - 1849 SW Salmon St, Portland, OR 97205
Let your old bike spark big smiles and even bigger rides!
Join us in partnership with the Multnomah Athletic Club and We Believe in Portland for a couple of hours of community service and connection at the Spring Cleanup Event! Kicking off at Providence Park, teams will spend one hour cleaning up assigned zones in downtown Portland to make our city shine. Afterward, gather at Midtown Beer Garden for great food, conversation, and the chance to celebrate our collective impact while supporting local businesses.
Bring your coworkers, friends, or...
Thinking about funding opportunities to get kids playing, participating, and moving through athletics? Join a grant Q&A to learn more about funding from the Multnomah Athletic Foundation. Sessions are free, but require a reservation.
March 26 at 7 PM https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1261987030179?aff=oddtdtcreatorApril 16 at 11.30 AM https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1261988123449?aff=oddtdtcreator
May 8th at 9 AM...
Isabel Homsi graduated from Lincoln High School in Portland, Oregon and was the recipient of the Houser Scholarship. She is a senior at the University of Vermont with an expected graduation date of May 2025. Her field of study is Environmental Sciences with a minor in Geospatial Technologies and a certificate in Place-Based Education. We asked her recently in our "where are they now" effort to provide a highlight from 2024.
Here is her experience:
My highlight has to be my study...
