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Exceed Enterprises hosts 30th annual Recognition Night

Tuesday, February 12th, 2013

Exceed Enterprises held its 30th annual Recognition Night at Gray Gables Estate last Thursday. Nearly 230 guests celebrated Exceed’s outstanding achievements of their workers with disabilities, volunteers, community partners, donors, businesses, staff, board and advocates.

Thirteen awards were presented, including:

  • Employees of the Year: John Farley and Ray Sehorn
  • Spirit of Exceed: David Pearson, Kristina Vigna and Marlene Lewis
  • Business Partners of the Year: Lockwood Products and Coca-Cola
  • Community Support Award: Kaiser Permanente Northwest
  • Community Partner Award: The Nonprofit Association of Oregon
  • Advocacy Award: Dean Walter from Georgia-Pacific
  • Staff Member of the Year: Dena Meyers
  • Volunteer of the Year: Carole Matthews

Their most prestigious award, named after Exceed founders Polly Londahl and Sally Risley, was given to Scott Hatley for his exceptional dedication to people with disabilities.

“This year’s Recognition Night was a very special evening that celebrated Exceed’s exceptional stars,” said Ken Fosheim, Exceed’s Chief Executive Officer. “It is a great honor to recognize such a talented group of individuals.”

Established in 1968, Exceed Enterprises is a nonprofit organization that provides vocational and personal development services for people with disabilities. Exceed’s friendly staff provide a safe and nurturing environment for more than 170 adults. For more information, please visit www.exceedpdx.com or call 503-652-9036.

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Exceed Enterprises hires new vice president

Friday, December 28th, 2012

Exceed Enterprises, a nonprofit that provides vocational and personal development services for people with disabilities, is pleased to announce that Gary Sirianni, PE has joined Exceed as a Vice President of Business Development.

Mr. Sirianni has more than 30 years of experience with engineering, business development and key account management in the hi-tech and material-handling industry. He has worked in a variety of fields, including laser systems, robotics and autonomous vehicles and brings a unique background of engineering, management and business development to Exceed.

Mr. Sirianni received his Bachelor of Science from Portland State University and is a Professional Engineer. In addition, he has completed the Stanford/AEA Institute and is a mentor for the Marylhurst University Mentorship Program.

Established in 1968, Exceed Enterprises is a nonprofit organization that provides vocational and personal development services for people with disabilities. Exceed’s friendly staff provide a safe and nurturing environment for more than 170 adults. For more information, please visit www.exceedpdx.com or call 503-652-9036.

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Exceed Enterprises receives three grants for New Work Futures Program

Thursday, December 13th, 2012

Exceed Enterprises has been selected to receive a $5,000 grant from The Safeway Foundation, a $9,358 Special Projects grant from the Clackamas County Board of Commissioners and a $10,000 grant from Trust Management Services to enhance its new Work Futures Program. The Program provides work skills assessment, vocational planning and job readiness for people with disabilities.

With the grant support from The Safeway Foundation, Exceed will transform existing office space into a dedicated Work Readiness classroom. The Clackamas County Special Projects grant is earmarked to purchase advanced testing equipment, educational material and support systems for this classroom. Proceeds from Trust Management Services will be used to augment the classroom by adding computers, audio/visual equipment and ergonomic desks.

The Program is designed to teach a wide variety of vocational skills that are necessary for adults with disabilities to successfully make the transition from facility-based, sheltered employment to supported or competitive employment in the broader community.

“We are pleased with the level of community support that has provided the impetus for this new program to grow and expand. It is getting strong support from both the private and public sector, and it has the potential to create new avenues to success,” says Ken Fosheim, Exceed’s Chief Executive Officer.

This innovative program will help evaluate, prepare and transition working age adults with disabilities into less restrictive employment options through supported or competitive employment in mainstream business. The Work Futures Program will be a valuable tool used to help mitigate the 80% unemployment/under-employment rate among adults with disabilities in Oregon.

Established in 1968, Exceed Enterprises is a nonprofit organization that provides vocational and personal development services for people with disabilities. Exceed’s friendly staff provide a safe and nurturing environment for more than 170 adults. For more information, please visit www.exceedpdx.com or call  503-652-9036.

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Exceed Enterprises raises $41,000 with Fall Harvest Celebration

Wednesday, October 3rd, 2012

Exceed Enterprises held its annual Fall Harvest Celebration at The Aerie at Eagle Landing last Saturday where nearly 200 guests contributed $41,000 to support people with disabilities in our local community.

Throughout the evening, guests enjoyed all aspects of the Garden Party, including island music from Northwest Panman, as well as cooking demonstrations and appetizers from Laura Atkinson of Parties That Cook and Greg Schasse of Curious Comedy Theater.

Guests were also invited to participate in a Wine Wall (made possible by John and Karen Kraus of Contemporary Landscape Services) and a raffle with 12 very exciting prize packages, such as a 2-night stay at the Inn at Otter Crest and original artwork created by some of Exceed’s Activities Toward Enrichment program participants.

Art Edwards from KGW-TV emceed the evening’s program, which included a new video entitled “A Day in the Life” that gave guests insight to one of our program participant’s daily routine, and how her life has been changed by being part of the Exceed team.

“We’re very appreciative of the support we receive from our community to further our mission of serving people with disabilities, and our annual Fall Harvest Celebration has proven to be a fun way for everyone to do so,” says Ken Fosheim, Exceed’s Chief Executive Officer.

Our event sponsors included:

§  Gold Sponsors: Blount International, The Aerie at Eagle Landing and Supply Source
§  Garden Party Sponsor: Bob’s Red Mill
§  Silver Sponsors: Alten Sakai & Company and Unitus Community Credit Union
§  Bronze Sponsors: Innovative Growth Solutions, MP Plumbing and Office Space Planners

Established in 1968, Exceed Enterprises is a nonprofit organization that provides vocational and personal development services for people with mental, emotional and physical disabilities. Exceed offers meaningful employment and personal development services to more than 170 adults and students each year. For more information, please visit www.exceedpdx.com <http://www.exceedpdx.com>  or call 503-652-9036.

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Exceed Enterprises’ Work Futures Program receives a total of $80,000 from the community

Thursday, August 23rd, 2012

Exceed Enterprises has received generous financial support during the past nine months from Advantis Credit Union ($10,000); Kaiser Permanente Northwest ($20,000); and an anonymous charitable trust ($50,000) to launch its new Work Futures Program that will provide vocational skills assessment, work futures planning and job readiness training for people with disabilities.

With the financial support from Advantis Credit Union, Exceed converted unused office space into a Work Assessment Lab where participants will undergo a series of activities and tests designed to inventory their strengths, weaknesses, aptitudes and interests. From there, Exceed will develop a work futures plan that will serve as a personal road map leading toward the desired employment outcomes for each individual. Proceeds from the Kaiser Permanente Northwest grant were used to source a Work Futures Specialist to lead this cutting-edge program and pay for a portion of their first year salary. The anonymous gift will cover the remainder of the Work Futures Specialist’s first year salary and allow Exceed to hire a part-time Work Futures Assistant.

This innovative solution will help prepare and transition working age adults with disabilities into less restrictive employment options through supported or competitive employment in mainstream business. The Work Futures Program will be a valuable tool used to help mitigate the 80% unemployment rate among adults with developmental disabilities in Oregon.

“Investment of this type is critical when so many of the people that Exceed serves are experiencing significant barriers when seeking competitive or supported employment in the broader community,” says Philip Stuva, Exceed’s Director of Development. “Support like this from the community is wonderful because it allows us to fast-track programs that provide vital services to some of our area’s most vulnerable citizens.”

Established in 1968, Exceed Enterprises is a nonprofit organization that provides vocational and personal development services for people with mental, emotional and physical disabilities. Exceed offers meaningful employment and personal development services to more than 165 adults and students each year. For more information, please visit www.exceedpdx.com or call 503-652-9036.

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Exceed Enterprises completes Spring Food Drive

Saturday, June 2nd, 2012

Exceed Enterprises recently wrapped up its Spring Food Drive for the North Clackamas Family Support Center, collecting nearly 400 pounds of food in two weeks.

Collection bins were distributed throughout the Milwaukie area and Exceed’s staff and people with disabilities that we serve collected and packaged food for the Center. The pantry provides food for nearly 1,000 students a year.

“The people with disabilities that we serve were so excited to help with this project,” said Shanna Moro, Exceed’s Community Integration Specialist, who led the Spring Food Drive. “It was a fantastic way for everyone to contribute to the community in which they work and live in.”

“The food came at the perfect time,” said Kristin Kinnie, Site Coordinator/Homeless Liaison for the North Clackamas Family Support Center. “We served a lot of families in the last couple weeks and our shelves were looking a little bare. This food helped us restock and is already in the homes of many of our families in need.”

 Established in 1968, Exceed Enterprises is a nonprofit organization that provides vocational and personal development services for people with mental, emotional and physical disabilities. Exceed’s dedicated employees offer meaningful employment and social services to more than 150 adults and students. For more information, please visit www.exceedpdx.com or call 503.652.9036.

The Family Support Center serves over 2,000 individuals each year in the North Clackamas School District with food, clothing, school supplies and hygiene products, to name a few. The Family Support Center is housed at the Wichita Center for Family and Community which has programs such as Head Start, WIC, Lunch Buddies, Backpack Buddies, Ready, Set Go!, and many more. For more information, please call 503.353.5663.

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