Sponsors


Run for the River will involve hundreds of active Portlanders, their families and supporters of Portland Triathlon athletes – joined together in support of youth and science education that improves student learning, watersheds and ultimately our communities. Event proceeds will help more than 5,800 students participate in streamside learning, facilitate student-initiated stream improvement and research projects, and help deliver free curriculum and publications to more than 15,000 students statewide.

If you are interested in becoming a sponsor for the 2010 Run for the River, please contact:
Hans VanDerSchaaf, Development Director for The Freshwater Trust at 503.222.9091 x26 or hans@thefreshwatertrust.org

 
Presenting Sponsor
 
   

The Oregon Lottery® is proud to sponsor the 2010 Run for the River and support The Freshwater Trust in its efforts to help educate students and improve watersheds. Since 1999, over $322 million of Lottery profits has gone to enhance Oregon’s watersheds, restore salmon habitat and improve water quality.

Sponsors
 
    Foot Traffic is Oregon's premier running & walking store, specializing in complimentary video gait-analysis shoe fittings. In addition to their great service and product selection, they exemplify community support with over 4,000 hours contributed to community collaboration and over a quarter million dollars in donations. They love Portland, Oregon and they love Run for the River!
       
    Iberdrola Renewables, Inc., headquartered in Portland, Oregon with nearly 850 employees across the country, has installed more than 3,600 MW of wind power in the US, making it the second largest provider of wind power in the U.S. Learn more at www.iberdrolarenewables.us.
       
    LifeWise Health Plan has been serving the health insurance needs of Oregon families and employers for nearly 25 years. Learn more about our reliable, dependable health plans and personalized tools to support your healthcare decisions at www.lifewiseor.com.
       
   

REI is a national outdoor retail co-op dedicated to inspiring, educating and outfitting its members and the community for a lifetime of outdoor adventure and stewardship. Founded in 1938 by a group of Pacific Northwest mountaineers seeking quality equipment, REI is committed to promoting environmental stewardship and increasing access to outdoor recreation through volunteerism, gear donations and financial contributions.
 
In Kind Donations
 
    Bob's Red Mill produces more than 400 products, including a full line of certified gluten free products and an extensive line of certified organic products. With a wide variety of whole grain products, from flours and hot cereals to baking mixes and grains, Bob's Red Mill has "whole grain foods for every meal of the day." At the triathlon, Bob will serve up steel cut oats (with toppings!) free to all athletes, volunteers, and spectators.
       
   

Live a healthy, green lifestyle on any budget with Chinook Book. Save hundreds of dollars with coupons for grocery, dining, bike shops, home and garden, arts, and more.
       
   

Christenson Electric, Inc. is located in Portland, Oregon and has been serving the community as an electrical Contractor Since 1945. Christenson is a multi-faceted company capable of performing all kinds of technology infrastructure and electrical installations, large and small, for commercial, industrial, and utility installations. They are supporting The Freshwater Trust’s Band on the Barge.
       
   

Manufactured in the Columbia River Gorge using only Northwest grown fruit, Gorge Delights JustFruit bars are naturally free of nuts, gluten, dairy and soy.  When we say 100% fruit we really mean it.
       
   

Orchard View Farms specializes in growing, harvesting and packing fresh cherries. They manage approximately 2000 acres of fresh cherries using sustainable farming methods on growing sites in and adjacent to the Columbia River Gorge and are happy to provide fresh cherries to Run for the River participants.
       
   

Shaver Transportation is a regional tug and barge company with a fleet of ten tugs and sixteen barges. Since 1880, Shaver Transportation has served clients of the Columbia River system. We focus our efforts on three lines of business: ship assist , grain barging and harbor/specialty towing.
 
Shaver is founded on the basic principles of safety, quality, experience, reliability and excellent customer service. Our reputation for success is built on operating a powerful fleet with experienced employees.
       
   

Vigor Industrial is a family of companies offering state-of-the-art marine and industrial services. We stand for quality of work at a cost-effective price, with an emphasis on customer satisfaction.  We are happy to support The Freshwater Trust by sponsoring the Band on the Barge.