He’s giving forward by teaching young adults accountability, respect, and integrity. For Bruce Watts, the word “retirement” has nothing to do with inactivity. It’s more a process of shifting gears. “Let’s just say I’m redefining my relationship to work,” says Bruce. A former Senior Director at TriMet, Bruce now lives…
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She’s giving forward by building a park in her home town. Sometimes, you have to go off the beaten path to figure out what your legacy will be. Eleven years ago, Roberta and her husband, Ed, hiked through a rare White Oak Savanna that was planned for development. This simple walk…
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She’s giving forward by sharing her skills with Millennials to help them achieve their potential. Lori Davidson is a “go to” volunteer who applies her business skills in management, strategy, and marketing to meet the critical needs of an existing nonprofit. Lori balances time with family, friends and community, while…
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His professional and volunteer efforts have helped to preserve water quality and improve energy efficiency for future generations. Walt describes himself as a citizen advocate for sustainable practices that protect the natural environment. Since childhood, his love of the outdoors, especially waterways such as the Long Island Sound, has been…
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She’s giving forward by helping students with scholarships, grants, and backpacks to get the right start for school. A retired communications director of the Oregon School Boards Association, Jeanne knows well the challenges facing students in North Clackamas County schools. Due to budget cuts that reduce staff and eliminate programs,…
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"It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men."
- Frederick Douglass