Season of Giving

The Portland Thorns and Kaiser Permanente are teaming up this holiday season to support local nonprofits through charitable giving, volunteerism, and community engagement, with a focus on food security, health and wellness, and access to essential resources. Explore our community partners and discover ways to support their work this holiday season and beyond.

Community Partners and Ways to Get Involved:
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‍SMART Reading Book Drive - November 11th - December 9th
Join the Portland Thorns and Kaiser Permanente in supporting children's literacy by donating new or gently used children’s books at the following locations:
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Kaiser Permanente Sunnyside Medical Center 
10180 SE Sunnyside Rd
Clackamas, OR 97015 

Kaiser Permanente Westside Medical Center 
2875 NE Stucki Ave 
Hillsboro, OR 97124
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Equitable Giving Circle - Advances economic equity and food access in Portland’s BIPOC communities.

Lift Up - Provides fresh, nutritious food and essential resources to individuals and families experiencing food insecurity.  

Bethanie's Room (A Blanchet House Program) - Provides emergency shelter and support for women and gender-expansive people experiencing homelessness.  

‍Impact NW - Supports individuals and families through housing, youth, early childhood, and family services.
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Every contribution makes a difference. Thank you for joining the Portland Thorns and Kaiser Permanente in supporting our local community this holiday season!

community impact

Kaiser Permanente serves as the presenting partner of the EmpowHER Awards, RAJ Sports’ newly launched women’s empowerment initiative. The annual celebration recognizes and uplifts girls and women who are leaders, innovators, and change makers in the Portland community, while creating greater access and visibility for young girls to see what is possible. Guided by the belief that “if you can see it, you can be it”, Kaiser Permanente plays a central role in championing this initiative and inspiring the next generation of female leaders.

As part of the EmpowHER Awards, Kaiser Permanente proudly presents the Kaiser Permanente Community Health Impact Award, recognizing an individual or organization making a meaningful difference in the health and well-being of communities across Oregon and Southwest Washington.

Official Team Physicians of the portland thorns

Kaiser Permanente physicians serve as the official team physicians and primary care providers of the Portland Thorns, delivering an integrated approach to sports medicine, injury prevention, rehabilitation, mental health support, and long-term athlete health. This model reflects a growing understanding that women athletes require care that is informed by research, experience, and innovation specific to their needs across the full arc of their careers.