Annual Mentoring Awards
As the statewide partnership for mentoring programs, Oregon Mentors recognizes exceptional matches, programs, individuals, and partners. Awards are presented at our Annual Recognition and Awards Luncheon in the fall. Nominations are accepted in the spring and early summer. For more information, contact us.
2008 Winners
Outstanding Individual
Debbie Vought, Kids in the Middle, Klamath Falls
Exceptional Mentor Program
Committed Partners for Youth, Eugene
Oregon Mentors Premier Partner
Byrd Financial Group
Exemplary Mentor/Mentee Pair
Pam and Nathaniel, COPY Program, Bend
Winner of a $500 educational scholarship (New in 2007)
Pablo Saldana, Step Up Program
Winner of a $1500 educational scholarship (New in 2007)
Nicole Adamski, Open Meadow
Past Award Winners
2007 Winners:
- Mentor/Mentee Match of the Year: Toni Dennison and Rosie B. from LIFT Program at the White Shield Center
- Exceptional Mentor Program: Big Brothers Big Sisters Columbia Northwest
- Outstanding Individual of the Year: Tom Keller, Ph.D., Duncan and Cindy Campbell Professor for Children, Youth, & Families
- Premier Partner: Liberty Northwest
- Oregon Mentors Founder's Award: Mark Rosenbaum
2006 Winners:
- Outstanding Individual: Linda Wright from US Bank
- Premier Partner: Portland General Electric
- Mentor-Mentee Match: Sara and Jasen from Committed Partners for Youth (now Mentor Portland)
- Innovative Program: Powerhouse
- Founders Award: Cathy Cleghorn and Morgan Anderson
2005 Winners:
- Individual: Sarah Spinks with Project J.E.M.
- Premier Partner: Legacy Health System
- Mentor-Mentee Match: The Steiner Family and David F. from Family of Friends Mentoring Program
- Founders Award: Katie Swartz & Robert Pallari
2004 Winners:
- Outstanding Individuals: Duncan and Cindy Campbell
- Premier Partner: Intel
- Mentor-Mentee Match: Cheryle and Cady and Layla from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central and Eastern Oregon and David Filer and Richard from Portland Impact
