The skies over Tumwater Vineyard started to clear just in time to give shine to the sparkling silver worn by party goers for Home Builders Foundation’s 25th Anniversary bash. The Building Hope Gala and Auction, presented by California Closets drew an enthusiastic crowd to the winery tasting room in the late afternoon for the VIP […]
When Home Builder’s Association leaders created the Metro Portland Housing Industry Foundation 25 years ago, they decided to bankroll the new venture with a big party. “Indiana George and the First Crusade” was the inaugural event’s theme back in 1998, chaired by HBA leader George Lorance. As HBA CEO Dave Nielsen explains “The first auctions […]
This year’s Building Hope Gala & Auction presented by California Closets proved to be another successful year for Home Builders Foundation. The event, held on April 13th at The Nines Hotel in downtown Portland, raised nearly $300,000 to help build and renovate shelters for those experiencing homelessness throughout the Portland metro area. Led by Honorary […]
Home Builders Foundation is excited to announce Nate Bond, President & CEO of Pacific Crest Cabinets and former HBA Board President, as the Honorary Chair for the 2019 Building Hope Gala & Auction. Beginning a career in building materials in 1972, Nate worked his way into sales and management positions, ultimately becoming Vice President of […]
This year’s Building Hope Gala & Auction proved to be a record year for Home Builders Foundation. The event, held on April 14th at The Nines Hotel in downtown Portland, raised a record $416,000 to help build and renovate shelters for those experiencing homelessness throughout the Portland metro area. Led by Honorary Chair Wally Remmers, owner […]
Tables and tickets are on sale now for the premier philanthropic event of the year! The Building Hope Gala & Auction, benefitting Home Builders Foundation, will be held on Saturday, April 14th at the glamorous Nines Hotel in downtown Portland. Guests will be treated to hosted wines from Willamette Valley Vineyards, an exceptionally prepared dinner, […]
Sponsorships for the 2018 Building Hope Gala & Auction are still available! Sponsors of this event receive incredible benefits and exposure to an audience of industry and community leaders, philanthropists, and elected officials. Each sponsorship is customized to fit your company’s desired level of participation within the event. For more information about sponsorships, please contact […]
Home Builders Foundation would like to extend its gratitude to Wally Remmers, co-owner of West Hills Homes NW and Everett Custom Homes, for serving as the 2018 Honorary Chair for the Building Hope Gala & Auction. The title of Honorary Chair is reserved for an individual whose contributions to the home building community and philanthropic […]
Home Builders Foundation would like to thank everyone who attended the inaugural Foundation Builders Breakfast on October 18th! This event, sponsored by Delap LLP, raised $5,000 for HBF and celebrated HBF’s annual award winners. Tom Melia was honored as the HBF Volunteer of the Year, and Shelter Solutions, represented by owner Joe Robertson, was honored […]