
2023 Partners Party
October 4, 2023
5:30-7:30 pm
The Loft at 8th Avenue
2010 SE 8th Ave
Portland OR, 97214

Each year 200 people come together to raise critical funds for our work. You'll enjoy a light buffet catered by Vibrant Table (V, VG, GF options), plus wine, beer, spirits, and soft drinks. Our event has a mingle-friendly cocktail party format; less formal - more festive.
If you would like to register for the event ($125 admission/pp) please click the REGISTER link below.
2023 Guest of Honor
Theressa hollis of fitzwater law

Our 2023 Guest of Honor is Theressa Hollis, partner at Fitzwater Law. Theressa is a Guardian Partners founder and has served nine years on our Board of Directors, including six years at Board President.
2023 Auction ITEMS
Auction Items
We are excited to share with you this year's Auction Items for our 2023 Partners Party. Bid on three live auction trips and adventures, and a host of curated silent auction items. (See the details below.)
Trips and Adventures (Live Auction)
Hawaiian Destination
Book yourself a warm weather getaway! A six night stay on the sunny western shore in Kona on Hawaii's Big Island, at either the Club Kona Coast Resort or the Club Wyndham Kona Hawaiian Resort. These one bedroom suites sleep up to four people, and include full kitchen, laundry, private bathroom, and pool. Both are within walking distance or a short drive to the beach. Donated anonymously. (Expires April 2025)
Oregon Wine Getaway for Four
This overnight adventure includes two rooms at the luxury style Atticus Hotel in McMinnville, OR, and tastings for four at both Lemelson and Stoller Wineries. Rooms at the Atticus include a fireplace, luxurious bathrooms, locally sourced coffees and teas, Pendleton bathrobes, and more. The hotel also has a restaurant and bar. Thank you to Atticus Hotel, Lemelson Vineyards and Stoller Family Estate. (Expires October 2024)
"Liberace and Liza" at Portland Center Stage
Kick off your holiday season with Executive Director, Marc Kochanski and an evening of song, dance and comedy from Liberace & Liza. Performers David Saffert and Jillian Snow bring these legendary entertainers to life with a festive, sparkly twist. Purchase includes a pre-show glass of wine with Marc, a seat for the show and a post-show meet and greet with the amazing cast. Show date is November 26, 2023 (Sunday of Thanksgiving weekend) at 7:30pm. Ten tickets available
Secret Silent Auction
We will be hosting our first "Silent Auction" style auction at this year's partners party. We have received some incredible donations from our board and community. This will be a blind silent auction, meaning there is no bid sheet. You will write your bid on a ticket, which you will drop into a container. Once we close the auction, the highest bid wins. If you like what you see, bid high! This auction will close at 6:45pm.
Items:
(3) Individually hand-carved wooden birds, carved and donated by board member Mark Nishi-Strattner. These birds valued at over $200 each, represent a Western Meadowlark, a Western Sandpiper, and a Cedar Waxwing - all local to Oregon. (Sold separately.)
(2) Necklaces, created by Linda Nishi-Strattner are crafted using real pearls and glass beads. Each necklace valued at over $100. (Sold separately.)
(6) Bottles of Jackson County wines (2x 2020 Padigan Tempranillo, 2x 2022 Padigan Sauvignon Blanc, 1x 2018 Bella Fiore Pinot Noir, 1x 2019 United Ink Pinot Noir) at a total value of over $215. (Sold as a package.) Donated anonymously.
(1) Resin Painting of a beach scene by artist Sarah Logue, valued at $150. Donated anonymously.
(1) Quilt donated anonymously.
(1) Dinner & a Show. $50 Gift Card for McMenamins and TWO tickets to a Portland Center Stage performance during the 2023-2024 season. (Sold as a package.)
Raffle
A Long Weekend at the Coast - President's Day Weekend
Buy your raffle tickets today ($25). Enter to win a long weekend at the Oregon Coast on President's Day Weekend (February 16-19, 2024).
The Schilling Beach House, located in secluded Arch Cape, offers the ultimate in luxury and comfort with the most stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. Enjoy the sound of crashing waves, panoramic ocean views, breathtaking sunsets, and your own beach access when you stay in this spacious one-story home.
- Perfect for two or a small family
- Four bedrooms
- Two full bathrooms
- Full kitchen
- Fireplace
- Large dining room
- Plenty of seating throughout
- Pet Friendly
It also has large picture windows with five-star views of Oregon's most spectacular coastline and sunsets. Cannon Beach is just a short hop away.
For details on the property, click HERE.
This weekend is valued at over $2000! At just $25/ticket, you'll have a chance to win an amazing weekend at the coast. A limit of 400 tickets will be sold. Thank you to Mary Jaeger and Jerry Walker for donating this incredible package.
(You can purchase a ticket in advance by clicking the button below; all sales must originate from the state of Oregon.)
2023 CURRENT sponsors
2023 sponsorship opportunities
$5,000 PRESENTING SPONSOR (One Available)
- 60-second “spot” during event. Sponsor may submit a filmed clip or provide text for our emcee to read.*
- Exclusive logo recognition on all event collateral as Presenting Sponsor*
- Inclusion in annual video*
- Logo visibility during event
- Yearlong website logo recognition
- Inclusion in thank you ad in Multnomah Bar Association Newsletter
- Inclusion in annual report
- Event admission for eight guests with reserved table
$2,500 GOLD SPONSOR
- 15-second “spot” during event. Sponsor may submit a filmed clip or provide text for our emcee to read.*
- Recognition on all event collateral*
- Logo visibility during event
- Yearlong website logo recognition
- Inclusion in thank you ad in Multnomah Bar Association Newsletter
- Inclusion in annual report
- Event admission for eight guests with reserved table
$1,500 SILVER SPONSOR
- Name visibility during event
- Yearlong website name recognition
- Inclusion in annual report
- Event admission for eight guests
Payments may be made by check made payable to: Guardian Partners, 1600 SE Bybee Blvd, Suite 206, Portland, OR 97202 or contact Marc Kochanski to arrange online payment: marc@guardian-partners.org. We sincerely appreciate the support of all our sponsors.
*Aug. 31 deadline for inclusion