Posts by CHF Admin
Growing Hearts and Giving Hands at Oak Creek Elementary
The first- time partnership between The Chelsea Hicks Foundation and Oak Creek Elementary was nothing short of inspirational. In the busy lives of educators, who already have more than…
Read MoreCelebrating the Heart of the Early Ford V8 Car Club Ladies
Every once in a while, we are reminded that generosity, friendship, and community are still very much alive. This month, the Ladies of the Early Ford V8 Car Club of…
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Lego Love (and One Sneaky Stuffy!) from OSNA
We are over the moon about the amazing generosity of the Oregon School Nutrition Association (OSNA)! At their recent annual conference, this incredible group collected 88 Lego sets for kids…
Read MoreHeartfelt Moments at Doernbecher: More Than Just a Costume
On November 10, our Chelsea’s Closet team brought a little magic to Doernbecher Children’s Hospital. What began as a day of dress-up and play quickly became something deeper, a day…
Read MoreHalloween Magic at Randall Children’s Hospital
Halloween came early to Randall Children’s Hospital, and the halls were buzzing with giggles, wide eyes, and a little bit of spooky magic. Chelsea’s Closet rolled in with three mobile…
Read MorePacific Northwest Properties Volunteers Bring Heart and Joy to The Chelsea Hicks Foundation
On the morning of October 22, the amazing team from Pacific Northwest Properties arrived at The Chelsea Hicks Foundation Warehouse, all 15 of them-ready to roll up their sleeves and…
Read MoreAvangrid Volunteers Bring Heart and Helping Hands to the CHF Warehouse
On October 16, we were thrilled to welcome an amazing team from Avangrid to the Chelsea Hicks Foundation warehouse. Each year, Avangrid employees volunteer across their communities during the company’s…
Read More100 Women Who Care Portland Share Compassion and Color with the Chelsea Hicks Foundation
On October 14, the inspiring women of 100 Women Who Care Portland held their quarterly Compassion Drive, dedicating this event to supporting the Chelsea Hicks Foundation. Their incredible generosity and…
Read MoreA Magical Day at Randall Children’s Hospital with Chelsea Hicks Foundation
Monday, September 15, was one of those unforgettable days that reminds us exactly why we do what we do. Our team of Chelsea Hicks Foundation volunteers rolled into Randall Children’s…
Read MoreSeas the Day Costume Ball
Saturday, October 12, 2024
Avenue Portland
Thank you for a successful 14th Annual Costume Ball
Thank you to our 200 guests for joining us at this year’s 14th Annual Costume Ball. Our Chelsea’s Closet friends really got into the spirit of the 70s, showing off…
Read MoreAlison Hicks presented Project Poster at the Knight Cancer Institute Community Partnership Program
CHF Executive Director Alison Hicks was invited to present for Project Poster to fellow grant recipients at the Knight Cancer Institute Community Partnership Program grantee conference this week in Eugene.…
Read MoreMeet Carson
Our son, Carson, was diagnosed with B-cell leukemia in April 2022. It has been a difficult year navigating his journey. But one of the amazing things to come through this…
Read MoreCHF Newsletter – Spring 2023
Table of Contents: Family Spotlight – Meet Carson 2022 Impact Corner Save the Date – Saturday, October 21 for our 14th Annual Costume Ball 70’s Disco Fever Heroes Wanted –…
Read MoreCHF at the Portland Roadster Show as one of the benefitting charities
We were excited to be at the Portland Roadster Show as one of the benefitting charities. We couldn’t wait to gift the families we work with their own tricked-out wagons,…
Read MoreChelsea’s Closet was selected as the local charity at The Night of Excellence
Chelsea’s Closet was selected as the local charity at The Night of Excellence. An amazing awards event celebrating commercial real estate professionals in the local area. With over 300 professionals…
Read MoreChelsea’s Closet partners with The Yard Milkshake Bar
We’re excited about our new partnership with The Yard Milkshake Bar. Release Party! Saturday, March 4th 1pm -3pm. Come celebrate the release of the Berry Monkey Milkshake benefitting Chelsea’s Closet.…
Read MoreFounder and CEO, Alison Hicks, selected as Hometown Hero at Portland Trail Blazers game
Congratulations to our founder and CEO, Alison, for being selected as the Hometown Hero honored at last night’s Portland Trail Blazers game! Sponsored by Directors Mortgage. We hope that this spotlight inspires people…
Read MoreCHF supports the Congenital Foundation Walk
An early morning start supporting the Congenital ❤️ Foundation Walk and these amazing little heroes. Such a blessing to see some of the tiniest warriors continue to grow and flourish. The kiddos love getting new capes and masks and are always excited to see what’s in their goody bags.
Read MoreCelebrating 14 Years
Chelsea’s Closet has been successful but the need continues. Watch Video
Read MoreShow Your Gold this September
We’re all in this together! For us the month of September means a little more. We are uniting together to SHOW OUR GOLD! Show Your Gold is a national campaign…
Read MoreLights, Camera, Auction! CHF In-Person Costume Ball is back in 2022!
Join us at our 13th Annual Costume Ball and Auction. Dress up in your favorite red-carpet look, for the fun Lights, Camera, Auction theme in support of Chelsea’s Closet. Your…
Read MoreMeet Madison
Madison is a precious 7 year-old battling cancer and mitochondrial crisis. “This is our second time being hospitalized in 2.5 weeks, as a 7 year-old, this isn’t exactly a fun…
Read MoreCHF Newsletter – Winter/Spring 2022
Table of Contents: Family Spotlight – Meet Madison Volunteer Shout Out – Cameron and Terri Save the Date – Saturday, October 22nd for our 13th Annual Costume Ball Lights-Camera Auction…
Read MoreThankful for our local Young Mens Service League of volunteers
We’re so thankful to our local Young Mens Service League of volunteers. We had 10 moms and sons that came out and helped sort, sticker, and process our recent donations…
Read More2021 Highlights & Stats – Chelsea Hicks Foundation
Over 2,200 seriously ill children and siblings served. Costume Care Packages delivered to 8 states including Oregon. 411 costumes delivered to Doernbecher and Randall Children’s Hospitals during Halloween. Virtual Costume…
Read MoreThank you to Positive Charge! PDX
Sharing another great partnership Chelsea’s Closet has – Positive Charge! PDX. They do so much for so many, and we’re lucky to be a part of their giving back and…
Read MoreGrateful to be a part of the wonderful KGW Toy Drive
“So many great organizations benefitting from the KGW Toy Drive pick-up. Blessed to be a part of this event each year!” Co-Founders Alison Hicks and Sabrina Prill were interviewed about…
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