COMMUNITY
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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. Based on their experience, they spear-
headed efforts to create something similar in Umatilla
County.
For more information, leave a message at 541-612-0828,
visit www.casonsplace.org or search Facebook.
IMAC announces meeting, spaghetti dinner
People are invited to enjoy a spaghetti dinner and learn
more about the Irrigon Multicultural Arts Center project.
The group’s annual meeting is Saturday at 6 p.m. at
Stokes Landing Senior Center, 150 Columbia Lane, Irrigon.
The cost is $6 per person. The gathering will include the
election of offi cers.
The IMAC group is dedicated to preserving Irrigon’s
1921 school building and developing a regional art venue.
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COMMUNITY
Encouragement and support is available after the death of
a spouse, child, family member or friend through GriefShare.
New sessions begin Tuesday, Jan. 14 from 5:30-7 p.m. at
Stanfi eld Baptist Church, 310 E. Wheeler St. There is no fee
to participate for the 13-week program.
The faith-based support group includes a leadership team
that assists in facilitating sessions, including people affi li-
ated with the church and Vange John Memorial Hospice. A
workbook for personal study and refl ections about the grief
process costs $15. Scholarships are available for those who
may have limited resources, said Scott Zielke of Stanfi eld
Baptist Church. For more information, call Zielke at 541-
571-6886 or hospice at 541-667-3543.
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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Photo contributed by Nancy Lauck
Connie Ferranti, Hermiston Altrusa Foundation president,
checks out the new 2020 Toyota Sienna passenger van Altrusa
International of Hermiston purchased from Rogers Toyota of
Hermiston for Made to Thrive.
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