Thank you for helping us celebrate the best local examples
of youth leadership!
Thursday March 5, 2009 / Governor Hotel – Downtown PDX
We surpassed our goal of raising $20,000 to ensure that we can continue to run programming as planned for the remainder of the year. Check out pictures from the event here!
Our Absolutely Incredible Kids Day event honored children from each of our four programs as well as one extraordinary service learning project conducted by one or more Camp Fire kids. With over 350 guests in attendance, this signature luncheon recognized outstanding youth for their exceptional leadership, achievements, and service in the community. Youth selected to receive awards strive to be their personal best and make a positive difference in their schools, communities, and families.
Honorary Co-Chairs:
Carole Smith, Superintendent, Portland Public Schools
Jeremy Lyon, Superintendent, Hillsboro School District
Robert McKean, Superintendent, Centennial School District
Master of Ceremonies: Drew Carney of KGW Newschannel 8
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Special thanks to our sponsors
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2009 AIKD Winners
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Maddie Mathey
Camp Namanu Leadership Award
As a counselor in training at Camp Namanu, Maddie Mathey gained self confidence and learned what it means to be a role model for younger kids. She became more outgoing and self-assured, which has led to more friendships, more inquisitiveness in school, and more ambition to make a positive difference in the lives of others in the greater community. |
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Gianni Brizzee
School-Based Program Leadership Award
Under the guidance of a mentoring staff member, Gianni discovered how to focus his jovial energy to be a positive influence and role model. He has stepped up as a confidant and caregiver in his family, especially when it comes to taking responsibility for his younger sister. |
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Elizabeth Townsend
Club Program Leadership Award
Elizabeth is the embodiment of the Camp Fire tenet to “Give Serviceâ€. A participant in Camp Fire’s Club Program for 7 years, she has honed leadership skills that she now utilizes for the betterment of the world around her, such as at a local SOLV environmental restoration project and raising money for humanitarian relief in Darfur. |
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Brendan Todd and Elizabeth Townsend
Top Candy Seller Awards
Brendan and Elizabeth led their fellow candy sellers with a combined total of 2,745 boxes of candy sold. |
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Xploregon Teen Road Trips
Outstanding Service Learning Project Award
Giving teens the opportunity to travel across Oregon in search of fun, adventure and personal growth, participants explored beyond their community and comfort zone following an itinerary of team building activities, community projects and outdoor adventures. |
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