by Angela Meyers | Oct 20, 2025 | Our Stories, Volunteer Spotlight
Meet Vivian, a recent graduate from the Rachel Carson Middle School School of Environmental Science. As part of a school action project, students were asked to find a meaningful way to support an organization of their choice. After learning more about Candlelighters...
by Angela Meyers | Oct 15, 2025 | News
Candlelighters Supporters, What a summer it has been! During the past few months, we have hosted a wide range of successful family events throughout the state – Family Day in June was truly memorable. Our Latino Family picnic brought families together in a safe...
by Angela Meyers | Sep 26, 2025 | Uncategorized
We’re partnering with the American Red Cross for our second blood drive, hosted at our office on Tuesday, October 28. Blood is essential for treating a wide range of medical conditions, including accidents, surgeries, cancer, and blood disorders. Every two...
by Angela Meyers | Sep 5, 2025 | News
We’re kicking off Childhood Cancer Awareness Month with strength and hope! On September 3, Candlelighters was honored to join the Multnomah County, Oregon proclamation recognizing this important month. Our Program Director, Nicole Ek, shared her powerful story as both...
by Angela Meyers | Aug 15, 2025 | Community Partner Spotlight, News
Candlelighters, this is our chance to make a BIG impact—and we need your votes—every day from August 15-30 to make it happen! WHAT IS IT? Portland Thorns’ Sam Hiatt was nominated for the 2025 Lauren Holiday Impact Award and she chose Candlelighters as the Thorns’...
