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COMMUNITY A4 • HERMISTONHERALD.COM WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 8, 2020 Altrusans drive dream for Made to Thrive By TAMMY MALGESINI COMMUNITIES EDITOR A Hermiston-based non- profi t organization is driv- ing into the new year with a brand new 8-passenger van — courtesy of Altrusa Inter- national of Hermiston. “It’s a dream come true,” said Kriss Dammeyer, founder and executive direc- tor of Made to Thrive. “We are so thankful and so blessed by that group of women that all rallied together to make this happen for us.” Founded in 2014, Made to Thrive aims to provide support to assist vulnerable youths in the community. The main focus is to facili- tate opportunities for them to engage in sports, adventure activities, music and the arts. Based on personal experi- ence, Dammeyer knows that getting kids plugged into activities can make a dif- ference in their lives. How- ever, when she noticed a lot of kids weren’t engaging in available opportunities offered through the schools and parks and recreation programs, she found out there were fi nancial barriers and transportation issues. Growing up in what she called a “less desirable situ- ation,” Dammeyer found an outlet through sports. Fos- tering a feeling of belong- ing, it motivated her to thrive rather than merely survive. Dammeyer graduated with a business degree from Western Oregon University and then pursued post-grad- uate studies in social entre- preneurship through Pep- perdine University. She later returned to Hermiston when her mother became ill. In addition to provid- ing registration fees, needed equipment or shoes/clothing for participants to engage in activities, Made to Thrive coordinates rides when needed. In addition, it pro- vides transportation for spe- cial outings. Dammeyer couldn’t be happier with the 2020 Toy- ota Sienna. After just a hand- ful of years, she’s racked up more than 200,000 miles on her personal rig. A vehicle, Dammeyer said, has been on Made to Thrive’s wish list since the beginning. The van is already getting good use, logging 1,000 miles in less than a week. Also a nonprofi t, Altrusa International focuses on helping create better commu- nities. The name “Altrusa” is derived from combining altruism and USA. The local club tack- les both big and small proj- ects — some only require time and labor, while oth- ers depend upon funding. The group hosts a fall auc- tion event each year as its only fundraiser, said JoAn Hill and Sue Dag- gett, co-chairs of the club’s Community Service Com- mittee. A portion of the auc- tion’s proceeds are set aside for a future “major project,” which must address literacy, community service, voca- tional services or interna- tional relations. The committee was looking to fund a project that would make a signif- icant impact on the com- munity — Dammyer’s pro- gram serves more than 200 youths a year. The Altrusans were impressed by Made to Thrive’s outreach, its mis- sion and leadership, Hill and Daggett said. After Hill and Daggett submitted a $40,000 budget request for the project, local dealerships were contacted to submit proposals. General manager Glenn Silaski of Rogers Toyota of Hermiston came back with the best deal on a vehicle, Hill and Dag- gett said. The women were quick to point out that money for the project didn’t merely come from Altrusa. The generos- ity of area businesses and individuals provided fi nan- cial support and in-kind donations for the auction, and community members attended and opened their wallets to contribute. For more information about Made to Thrive, con- tact Dammeyer at 541-571- 6169, kriss@madetothrive. org, www.madetothrive.org or search Facebook. For more about Altrusa, visit www.districttwelve.altrusa. org or search Facebook. BRIEFS Kids’ program features active play Parents have a chance to help their little ones expend some energy during the winter months at a weekly event offered through Hermiston Parks & Recreation. Geared towards children ages 6 months to 7 years, Tod- dler Movie & Active Play is Thursdays from 9:30-11 a.m. at the Hermiston Community Center, 415 S. Highway 395. The cost is $2 per family. Advance registration is not required; people can pay at the door. The program runs weekly through Feb. 27. Activities with mats, balls, hula hoops and more are available for kids while the grown-ups can socialize with other parents while supervising the playtime. In addition, a toddler-friendly movie will be screened. For more information, call 541-667-5018 or search the 2020 Winter Activity Guide, which is available via a link at www.hermiston.or.us. Cason’s Place announces upcoming activities People can learn more about Cason’s Place during a pair of upcoming events. Providing grief support for area families, Cason’s Place opened its doors in 2017. The nonprofi t organization was founded to help children and their families adjust to the loss of a loved one. A rock-painting activity is planned Saturday at 1 p.m. at The Arc, 215 W. Orchard Ave., Hermiston. In addition to painting a rock — which can be taken home or placed in the Cason’s Place memorial rock garden — participants can enjoy refreshments and hear about the services and pro- grams offered through Cason’s Place. Also, people are invited to tour the facility Sunday from 2-3 p.m. Cason’s Place is located at 1416 S.E. Court Ave., Pendleton. Refreshments will be available. Cason’s Place was created in memory of Cason Terjeson, 16, who died during a farming accident in Umatilla County in 2007. The teen’s family found grief support at the Dougy Center in Portland. 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Walla Walla theater sets ‘Godspell’ auditions The Little Theatre of Walla Walla invites people to audi- tion for parts in its upcoming production of “Godspell.” The musical highlights biblical tales from the gospel of Matthew. The play has roles for 10 actors. The open auditions are Saturday beginning at 1 p.m. at the theatre, 1130 E. Sumach St., Walla Walla. Participants should have a basic understanding of the musical and be pre- pared to sing at least one song from the show. For a list of recommended songs, visit www.ltww.org. Music rehearsals for the production will begin as soon as the roles are cast. Full rehearsals start in mid-February. Per- formances are on weekends March 27 through April 18. For more information, contact Kevin Loomer at kevin.loomer@ wwcc.edu or 509-240-0125. 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Barnett Children’s Church & Nursery Available 700 West Orchard Avenue P.O. Box 933 Hermiston, Oregon www.hermistonlmbc.com 541-567-8441 First Christian Church The Full Gospel Home Church 125 E. Beech Ave. • 567-3232 Pastor David Dever “Proclaiming the Message of Hope, Living the Gospel of Love” Sunday School...9:15 am Worship Service...10:30 am Children’s Church 10:45 am 567-3013 775 W. Highland Ave., Hermiston 235 SW 3rd Phone 567-7678 Rev. Ed Baker - Rev. Nina Baker Sunday: Sunday School........10:00 am Worship...................11:00 am Evening Service........7:00 pm Wednesday Service..7:00 pm “Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.” 1 Pet. 5:7 Our Lady of Angels Catholic Church 565 W. HERMISTON AVE. 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