An evening of generosity, connection and shared purpose, the 28th Annual Celebration of Hope brought our community together in support of life-changing services across Oregon.
The room was glowing Friday night as friends of Catholic Charities of Oregon gathered at the Hyatt Regency in NE Portland for the 28th Annual Celebration of Hope.
Guests mingled, assembled care kits for neighbors experiencing homelessness, and filled donation bins with warm socks destined for cold winter days. Laughter carried across the ballroom, glasses clinked, and stories of impact took center stage — a beautiful reminder that when community shows up, hope grows.
We are deeply grateful to everyone who joined us, especially to our generous donors and sponsors who went above and beyond to support our mission. Your leadership ensures that families facing hunger, women transitioning into housing, and newcomers to Oregon have access to the stability and support they deserve.
Thank you to our incredible volunteers who kept the evening running smoothly, our event planners, benefit auctioneer and AV partners who brought the annual fundraising gala to life, and the Hyatt team for a delicious meal and warm hospitality. And to our staff — the heart of Catholic Charities — thank you for living this mission every day.
It was a joyful evening. A generous evening. A hope-filled evening.
And because of you, the work continues.
