Thank you! The MAC and the Foundation share the belief that increasing access to participation fuels possibilities! Combining Foundation funding and volunteer energy, powered by MAC member support, thousands of youth in the Portland metro area are able to take part in athletics and education.
Each year, the Multnomah Athletic Foundation’s Annual Fund Drive harnesses the power of individual contributions to make a collective impact on the lives of Portland-area youth. Together we...
The Impact Award Celebration brings together our community of grant partners, MAC members, donors, and local leaders for an evening of connection, inspiration, and recognition.
More than just a gathering, it’s a space designed to spark meaningful conversations and create pathways for involvement, whether through volunteering, board service, or community partnerships. Through these connections we all come together to strengthen the expansion of access for youth in...
By Jake Ten Pas
Originally published in the August 2025 edition of the MAC Winged M
Pictured: Spencer and his family on left, and Anna and her family on right
“Someday, this year’s Scholar Athletes may be in a position where they’re looking back on how they got started in this community, and it’ll resonate even more with them, the significance of it, because they will feel like they earned it,” Anna Friedhoff says.
No maybes about it, the 2004 MAC Scholar Athlete knows...
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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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...
