Soroptimist Hood River held its annual Women of Distinction awards reception at Riverside Church on Oct. 21. This year’s honorees, pictured left to right with chapter President Julie Belmore, are Ann Harris, Lesley Tamura, and Tonya DeHart.
Soroptimist Hood River held its annual Women of Distinction awards reception at Riverside Church on Oct. 21. This year’s honorees, pictured left to right with chapter President Julie Belmore, are Ann Harris, Lesley Tamura, and Tonya DeHart.
Lauren Kraemer introduces recipient Ann Harris, founder of Black in the Gorge, a leader of the OSU Strong People fitness for aging program, and and a retired OSU Extension faculty.Â
Ann Harris has devoted her career and retirement to building inclusive community connections, empowering health and wellness, and creating spaces where diversity and resilience thrive.
Recipient Leslie Tamura is introduced by her grandmother, Barbara Cadwell.
Leslie Tamura, chair of the Columbia Gorge Fruit Growers Association, has championed collaboration, sustainability, and innovation in the region’s fruit industry.
Debby Chenoweth introduces Tonya DeHart, director of The Sunshine Club in Hood River.
Tonya DeHart, director of The Sunshine Club, which has become a model throughout Oregon for serving people living with dementia and their families.Â
HOOD RIVER — Soroptimist Hood River held its annual Women of Distinction awards reception at Riverside Church on Oct. 21. This year’s honorees, pictured left to right with chapter President Julie Belmore, are Ann Harris, Lesley Tamura, and Tonya DeHart.
About the recipients
Ann Harris — Founder of Black in the Gorge, a leader of the OSU Strong People fitness for aging program, and and a retired OSU Extension faculty. Ann has devoted her career and retirement to building inclusive community connections, empowering health and wellness, and creating spaces where diversity and resilience thrive.
Leslie Tamura — Chair of the Columbia Gorge Fruit Growers Association, respected leader in the agricultural community, Leslie has championed collaboration, sustainability, and innovation in the region’s fruit industry, supporting both growers and the local economy. A powerful role model for women in agriculture.Â
Tonya DeHart — Director of The Sunshine Club, a lively daytime activity program for people with dementia, and offering respite and support for families. Through Tonya’s compassion and leadership, including securing a permanent building, The Sunshine Club has become a model throughout Oregon.Â
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The chapter is currently seeking applications for its annual Live Your Dream education and training awards for women, which can be used to offset associated costs with higher education or additional skills training. Applications are available at soroptimist.org (click on Live Your Dream Awards) or by contacting Belmore at 541-380-2124. The application deadline is Nov. 15.
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