Heart of a Woman 2008

The Luncheon this year was a great success raising $40,000—20% more than last year! Thank you to all who attended and gave from your wallets—and your hearts! Congratulations to the team of girls and mentors at CH2M Hill who won the Associates Mentoring Program Challenge Award. Way to go girls!

Heart of a Woman celebrates the hard work and dedication from volunteers, donors, and community leaders that have prepared more than 10,000 girls for a confident and economically-independent adulthood. The Heart of a Woman Luncheon gathers more than 350 local girls, volunteers, sponsors, supporters, and community and business leaders from across the Portland area to honor the following individuals for their strong, smart, and bold service and achievement this past year:

• Girls of the Year—Jami
• Volunteer of the Year—Cindy Tortorici
• Business Partner of the Year—The Standard

When & Where

• Thursday, October 16, 2008
• 11:30 Luncheon, Heritage Ballroom
• Governor Hotel
• Downtown Portland
• Tickets $25 per person

Last year at Heart of a Woman, Girls Inc. launched the Associates Mentoring Program (AMP) to offer girls ages 10–18 collective workplace mentoring during the workday to develop the communication and problem-solving skills necessary for a successful and rewarding career. To close year 1 of the program, AMP culminates with a competition among the participating teams of girls and companies to decide the best project of the year. Girls on the winning team receive a 529 college-saving plan—valued at $750—for her family to continue to contribute. AMP projects will be displayed and winners announced during the Luncheon; participating companies include The Standard, REI, PGE, Recess Fitness, CH2M Hill, and Northwest Staffing.

With local roots dating to 1998 and national status since 1945, Girls Inc. has responded to the changing needs of girls through research-based programs and public education efforts that empower girls to understand, value, and assert their rights. Girls Inc. programs and curricula provides local girls with opportunities to reach their potential, honor their resiliency, and acquire the skills they need in order be successful in life.