2026 Blooms & Brunch Gala
Saturday - April 4, 2026 | 11:00 am ~ 2:30 pm
Portland Art Museum | Kridel Grand Ballroom
Join us on Saturday, April 4, 2026, for a delightful morning of mimosas, eggs, and warm conversation as we come together to celebrate and support the work of the Oregon Lions Sight & Hearing Foundation.
This event will bring together friends, sponsors, and community members to learn more about our programs that screen, treat, save, and restore sight and hearing for those in need across Oregon and Northern California.
We’re excited to share this special day with you and grateful for your support in helping us continue our mission, we look forward to seeing you there! 🌸🥂
Thank you for your support of our 2024 Galaween, see you next year!
Bidding Opens: March 27, 2026 at 12 pm
Bidding Closes: April 5, 2026 at 12 pm
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Social Hour: 11 am
Brunch Service: 12 pm
Live Event: 12:30 pm
LIVE EVENT
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Street parking (1–4 hours) and nearby lots/garages are available; many accept credit card or apps like Parking Kitty and Reef.
Bus and streetcar lines run directly by the Museum; the MAX light rail stops about four blocks away.
Accessibility assistance is available via the TriMet network, including LIFT service.
Learn more at: Portland Art Museum
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All restrooms are accessible; wheelchair access is provided throughout the Portland Art Museum
For special accommodations, please contact gala@olshf.org or call (503) 413-7399 at least 2–3 weeks in advance
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Formalwear is not required, but polished, celebratory spring attire is encouraged.
Celebrate the season in spring-inspired style. Pastels, florals, light and airy fabrics, and cheerful touches are encouraged. Think of the colors and charm of mimosas, fresh blooms, and spring brunch! Elegant, festive, and bright.
Past Award Winners:
OLSHF Staff of the Year
2023
Kelly Asbra
2019
Tracy Brown
2018
Tiffany Warren
2017
Melinda Rhodes
2016
Katie Torgerson
2015
Matthew Phillips
2014
Nicole Mandarano
2013
Wallace (Wally) Anderson
2012
Kerith Vance
2011
Brenda Anderson
Providers of the Year
2023
Nick Schenfeld, Play it Again Hearing
2022
Dr. Lena Walker, Family Vision of Oregon
2019
Hearing: RJS Acoustics
Patient Care: Legacy Devers Eye Institute
Vision: Central Oregon Eye Care
2018
Hearing: Gateway Hearing
Patient Care: Pacific Cataract & Laser Institute
Vision: Clackamas Volunteers in Medicine - The Founders Clinic, Dr. Barbara Briscoe
2017
Hearing: Klamath Audiology
Patient Care: Dr. Mike Straiko, Legacy Devers Eye Institute
Vision: Casey Eye Institute Outreach Van
Partners of the Year
2023
Verian Wedeking, OHSU Casey Eye Outreach
2022
Jorgenson Peninsula Optical Supply
2019
Funder: Winco Foods Portland Open
2018
Funder: Eugene Speech & Hearing Center
Community: Central City Concern
2017
Funder: Biamp Systems
SVS School District: North Clackamas