MILWAUKIE, Ore. Advantis CU has awarded $50,000 in grants to community groups through its 2013 Advantis GROW Community Fund, all chosen by the public.
The public was invited to vote on 14 proposed local charitable projects that promise long-term benefits to the community. More than 40,000 votes helped the $1-billion credit union determine the following six grants:
Growing Gardens received $10,000 to purchase tools, supplies, and garden beds for the Garden Tools for Schools program organizers said more than 800 children will benefit, learning to grow produce that will be served in school cafeterias.
Boys and Girls Aid received $5,500 to paint and furnish five bedrooms at The Seneca House, annually serving about 175 girls ages 10-18 who are in foster care.
David’s Harp received $10,000 to purchase a commercial oven for the community kitchen serving low- and no-income adults who have major mental illnesses.
DoveLewis Emergency Animal Hospital received $9,500 to purchase critical surgical equipment to reduce blood loss and shorten anesthesia time to save pet’s lives.
Impact NW received $10,000 to bring the Communities for Safe Kids Initiative to Portland elementary school classrooms for child abuse prevention workshops.
Meals on Wheels People received $5,000 to purchase new oven and food-warming equipment to serve 500 meals per week to homebound seniors in SE Portland.
Since 2011, Advantis’ GROW fund has contributed $150,000 to help small- and moderate-sized non-profits with grants of up to $10,000 for specific, one-time capital expenses.
