Volunteers, board members, community members and donors...because of you, more than 220 students, families, donors, volunteers, and community members gathered to celebrate the extraordinary accomplishments of our scholarship recipients and the power of opportunity through athletics and education. The evening was full of joy, pride, and connection and it simply would not have been possible without you.
When we faced an unexpected, last-minute venue change, your flexibility, positivity, and...
On its own, it might not seem like much. But together with hundreds, even thousands of others, it becomes something powerful.
It’s a kid stepping onto the field for the first time, finally able to play a sport with their friends.
It’s a student becoming the first in their family to go to college and knowing someone believed in them along the way.
It’s a person living with a disability joining a team not on the sidelines, but fully in the game.
It’s a parent watching...
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 2026 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...
Join us on April 17th as We Believe in Portland for a couple of hours of community service and connection at the Spring Cleanup Event! After the kick off at Providence Park, teams will spend one hour cleaning up assigned zones in downtown Portland to make our city shine. We will be assigned the area around the club. Afterward, gather at Midtown Beer Garden for great food, conversation, and the chance to celebrate our collective impact while supporting local businesses.
Bring your...
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 17 at Noon https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1983996727620?aff=oddtdtcreatorApril 21 at 6.30 PM https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1983996972352?aff=oddtdtcreator
May 13 at 9 AM Contact us if interested via email or contact us form
We will...
Each spring, volunteers with the Multnomah Athletic Foundation step into one of the most meaningful roles in our community — serving on the Scholarship Review Team. These dedicated volunteers review applications for the Loprinzi and MAC Scholar Athlete programs, thoughtfully considering stories of resilience, leadership, athletic dedication, academic achievement, and financial need.
Our scholarships exist because we believe participation in athletics helps young people reach their...
The MAC Holiday Fashion Show Golden Ticket raffle is back, once again powered by the generous support of Alaska Airlines. One lucky winner will take home an exceptional prize: two round-trip tickets with no blackout dates, valid on both Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, to any destination they fly in Canada, the U.S., or Central America.
Only 250 tickets will be sold, so your chances are strong—and tickets won’t last long.
Why Your Ticket Matters
Every raffle ticket...
The Bud Award honors the legacy of Bud Lewis and his spirit of sportsmanship, fair play, and pure love of the game. Each year we recognize a nonprofit that reflects those same values by opening doors for youth to learn, grow, and play.
This year we are proud to recognize Project Lemonade, an organization that champions equity and opportunity for foster youth. Project Lemonade provides high-quality programming that builds confidence, fosters perseverance, and supports personal growth for...
The Multnomah Athletic Foundation’s Impact Award honors a nonprofit that embodies community collaboration, youth development, and access to athletics. Each year we celebrate one grant partner whose impact on young people is undeniable and collaboration in the community is remarkable, and this year we are proud to recognize Portland Community Football Club (PCFC).PCFC’s mission is simple and powerful: create access, belonging, and opportunity through high-quality soccer and wraparound...
Every year we invest in remarkable nonprofit organizations. In 2025 we conducted one grant cycle and learned about so much incredible, passionate, and effective work being done in our community of Multnomah, Washington and Clackamas counties. This year we are supporting these nonprofit organizations that inspire and enable kids to participate in athletics. On a daily basis, the individuals and volunteers at these community spaces provide access, inclusion, and opportunity for...
