Classic Wines Auction, a major charity fundraiser based in Portland, recently presented the YWCA Clark County with a check for $285,810.
The money was raised at various food and wine events throughout the year, culminating in a gala auction held March 1 at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland. A record 960 people attended, and nearly $3.5 million was raised.
The YWCA is a downtown Vancouver nonprofit agency that specializes in supporting women and families that have been affected by domestic violence, homelessness and other disadvantages. Visit http://ywcaclarkcounty.com to learn more.
Classic Wines Auction also provided support recently for Metropolitan Family Service, New Avenues for Youth, Friends of the Children-Portland, and Randall Children’s Hospital at Legacy Emanuel. Learn more at www.classicwinesauction.com.