Program Spotlight Series
Meet the people. Hear the stories. See the impact.
A monthly lunchtime gathering to connect donors, partners, and community members with the programs that make MFS thrive.
Join us for a 30-minute conversation where MFS staff share updates, stories, and the impact your support makes possible.
Come learn, ask questions, and enjoy dessert with us!
January Program Spotlight: Experience Corps
📅 Friday, January 16, 2025
12:30–1:00 PM
📍 MFS NE 24th Office — 2200 NE 24th Ave Portland, Oregon 97212
Join us for this month’s Program Spotlight, featuring MFS Experience Corps—one of our most impactful intergenerational programs.
Hosted by Jessica McLaren (MFS AARP Foundation Experience Corps Coordinator), this short lunchtime session offers an inside look at how trained older adult volunteers support students in building strong literacy skills, confidence, and connection—helping kids stay on track for long-term academic success.
Desserts and drinks provided.
Come connect, learn, and see your impact in action!
2025-26 Program Spotlight Series
CASH Oregon — July 15, 2025
Hosted by Riley Eldredge
at MFS Lloyd Office
Electric Ways to Work and Portland Clean Energy Fund — August 15, 2025
Hosted by Sandra Jones
at MFS Civic Office
No Program — September 2025
Ready, Set, Go! — October 22, 2025
Hosted by Maria Quijano
at MFS Civic Office
Community Schools — November 20, 2025
Hosted by Meghan Zook
at MFS Civic Office
Experience Corps — January 16, 2026
Hosted by Laura Heller
at NE 24th Office
Career Exploration & Youth Internship — February 9, 2026
Hosted by Nicole Johnson-Moses & Jeff Boone
at MFS Civic Office
Hunger Relief — March 20, 2026
Hosted by Anna Walter
at MFS Civic Office
Community Schools — April 23, 2026
Hosted by Meghan Zook
at MFS Civic Office
Community Engagement — May 15, 2026
Hosted by Ebony Foreman
Location TBD
Project Linkage — June 5, 2026
Hosted by Laura Heller
at NE 24th Office
What to Expect
Dessert & drinks provided
Open to donors, partners, volunteers, and anyone curious about MFS.
A quick, conversational look at your impact—and the people making it happen.
Locations
Civic Office
1700 NW Civic Dr. #200
Gresham, OR 97030-3773
NE 24th Office
2200 NE 24th Ave
Portland, OR 97212