Volunteer Recognition and Awards

 

In addition to recognizing a "Star of the Month," Donate Life Northwest awards achieving volunteers annually.  See past awards and recipients below.

Furthermore, Donate Life Northwest is committed to expressing gratitude and appreciation to volunteers throughout the year through personal thanks, group emails, appreciation events, small gifts and kind wishes.

AWARDS

Judy Mountain Award for Outstanding Volunteer Service

2007: Bob Dexter, liver recipient, Portland, OR
2006: Rob Ayers, liver recipient, Portland, OR
2005: Gene Mask, liver recipient, Longview, WA
2004: Tracy Hoyle, heart recipient, Sandy, OR
2003: John Parker, heart recipient, Seal Rock, OR

Outstanding Health Care Professional Award

2007: Christine Stockdale, Lane Memorial Blood Bank, Eugene, OR
2006: Roberta Ruimy, Portland VA Medical Center
2005: Michael Seely, Director, OHSU Transplant Services Department
2004: Corrina Patzer, Lions Eye Bank of Oregon
2003: Roberta Ruimy, Portland VA Medical Center

Outstanding Fundraising Professional Award

2005: Roy Abramowitz, heart recipient, Principal, Perkins & Company, Portland, OR
Gary Kisling, heart recipient, Owner, Gary A. Kisling, CPA, Portland, OR

Outstanding Educational Partner

2006: Lori Barr, Coordinator, Discover OHSU Program

Visionary Leadership Award

2006: Dave DeMots, President, DHX Advertising, Portland, OR
2005: Dennis Tichenor, donor family, Portland, OR

Philanthropist Award

2007: Ted Bentley & Kathy Bentley, liver recipient, Vancouver, WA

Inspirational Courage Award

2004: Thom Cheadle, kidney recipient, Vancouver, WA

Registry Award

2007: Mary Ray, kidney recipient, Albany, OR

Community Champion Award

2007: Salem Hospital & Chaplain David Watson

Student Champion Award

2006: John Powers, Eagle Scout, Beaverton, OR