TGG SUPPORTING SPONSOR AT DOUGY CENTER LUNCHEON
In November The Gunter Group (TGG) was proud to again serve as a corporate sponsor for The Dougy Center’s “Portraits of Courage” luncheon held at the Sentinel Hotel. The purpose of this annual “friend-raising” event is to increase awareness and financial support for The Dougy Center which provides services to grieving children and families coping with the loss of a family member or loved one.
TGG Partner Ashleigh Gunter serves on The Dougy Center Board of Directors and invited her teammates to the event. Most of our local team attended to offer support and hear personal stories of grief and triumph from people who have benefited from this unique organization. TGG is very proud of Ashleigh’s work and involvement with The Dougy Center and we feel fortunate to participate on a professional and personal level.
“This was my second year attending the Luncheon,” said Sally Davey, “It’s such a meaningful event, and a nice way for our team to reconnect and show our support. Ashleigh is a great leader and mentor; I think her work with TDC is very indicative of her generosity and willingness to help others and make a difference. I’m really grateful to work for a company that recognizes its employees’ charitable endeavors and the importance of giving back to our community. Looking around the luncheon I was struck by the energy, emotion and enthusiasm from TDC staff and Board members. It felt good to know that Ashleigh and TGG have contributed to its growth and positive impact.”
More than 300 people attended the Annual Fall Fundraiser, and the event raised over $65,000 for programs to help grieving children and families.
The Dougy Center provides a safe place for children, teens, young adults and their families who are grieving a death to share their experiences. They offer peer support groups and vast resources to ensure that everyone gets the help they need. They also offer support and training to individuals and organizations seeking to assist children in grief. It is supported solely through private donations from individuals, foundations and companies. The Dougy Center does not charge a fee for its services. Due in part to the success from this annual fundraiser, TDC can continue to provide support and training locally, nationally and internationally to build awareness and ultimately bring hope and comfort to those who are coping with traumatic loss and grief.
Please visit www.dougy.org to earn about the work, mission and impact of this incredible organization.
About The Gunter Group
The Gunter Group is a management business consulting firm in Portland, Oregon, led by a team of experienced professionals with a track record of delivering practical consulting services. We provide operational and project-based consulting services that help our clients achieve tangible business results. We do this by pairing the deep experience with a “get things done” approach and energy from our associates. We are a results-oriented firm with experience across a number of industries including retail, healthcare, public sector, financial services, and manufacturing. Please visit www.guntergroup.com for more information.
THE GUNTER GROUP SPONSORS ANNUAL CHECKING FOR CHARITY FUNDRAISING EVENT
On the evening of August 13th, The Gunter Group (TGG) will once again proudly sponsor the annual Checking for Charity Beef & Beer Event at the On Deck Sports Bar & Grill in the Pearl District.
Checking for Charity is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to changing the world through competitive hockey events. TGG Associate, Matt Bader started Checking for Charity in 2009 while he was serving in the U.S. Air Force in New Jersey. An avid hockey player since childhood, Matt wanted to create an organization that combined participants’ passion for hockey with a desire to raise money and awareness for worthy causes. Upon returning from a deployment to Iraq, Matt decided to move his family back to Portland, Oregon where he quickly expanded Checking for Charity to the west coast. Every year, each team that enters the tournament declares a charity to represent. The combined proceeds from the Beef & Beer Event and the tournament are then donated to those charities. To date, the organization has raised more than $194,000 for 169 different charities and the list continues to grow.
This year’s Beef & Beer Event will feature beer (of course), a variety of foods, silent auction, prize drawings, and a 50/50 raffle. Adults and children of all ages are welcome to attend – it will be a fun and festive evening with something for everyone to enjoy! There will be a variety of raffles and auction items as well as several participating charities on hand to raise awareness about their unique causes.
Sponsoring and participating in the Beef & Beer Event has become somewhat of a tradition for The Gunter Group. Along with their families and friends, TGG teammates are amongst the many people that look forward to attending this annual summer fundraiser. Founding Partner, Mike Gunter has built a community consultancy that takes great pride in supporting a variety of charitable endeavors. The firm is particularly involved in causes that are important to its employees, and as a Portland-based company TGG is thrilled to support a local cause that benefits so many great non-profit organizations.
When asked about The Gunter Group’s financial support and participation Matt Bader said, “I feel so lucky to have TGG sponsor an endeavor that is so meaningful to me and so many others in the community. An employer that not only supports, but, also encourages community and charity involvement is truly special. Having my TGG family come out to support us every year really speaks to the caliber of people in our organization. We have a well-rounded and engaged team that wants to be part of something special both inside and outside of work, so it feels really great to have them come together to support Checking For Charity.”
“Our company is built on relationships,” said Founding Partner, Mike Gunter, “Getting our team involved in fundraising efforts not only helps others, but, it also provides a great opportunity for us to spend time together and include our spouses and kids. Matt has devoted so much of his time, energy and passion into Checking for Charity, and the annual Beef & Beer Fundraiser is a total blast. I’m glad we are part of something that is personally significant and fulfilling to Matt.”
If you are interested joining The Gunter Group for the annual Checking for Charity Beef & Beer Fundraiser, please visit www.checkingforcharity.org to purchase your tickets and learn more about the organization.
Beef & Beer Event Details
When: Thursday, August 13th from 6:30-10:30PM
Where: On Deck Sports Bar
910 NW 14th Ave.
Portland, OR 97209
Auction Items & Prizes Include:
1. The Gunter Group Beer, Wine, Cheese & Chocolate Basket
2. The Gunter Group Baby Basket
3. Twist Yoga Gift Basket
4. Remedy Chiropractic Gift Basket/Massage
5. CCM Hockey Sticks
6. TaylorMade Golf Clubs
7. Boston Bruins Merchandise Package (shirts, jackets, hats)
8. CCM Tampa Bay Lightning Pro Hockey Gloves
9. Oregon State vs. San Jose State Football Tickets (2)
10. Leupold GX3 Range Finder
11. Leupold GX4 Range Finder
12. Big Green Egg ‘MiniMax’ Smoker & Grill
13. Budweiser Charcoal Grill
14. Lanphere Suite at Winterhawks Game
15. Full Vehicle Detail
16. Dosha Salon and Spa Gift Package
17. Oregon Zoo Gift Package
18. OMSI Gift Package
19. Skin Care Package from Dr. Rajani
20. One-Night Stay for 2 with Comedy Show Tickets at Chinook Winds
21. Foursome of Golf at Gearhart Golf Course
22. Flat Screen TV
23. MORE TO COME
About The Gunter Group
The Gunter Group is an emerging business consulting firm in Portland, Oregon, led by a team of experienced industry professionals with a track record of delivering practical consulting services. We provide operational and project-based consulting services that help our clients achieve tangible business results. We do this by pairing the deep experience of industry veterans with a “get things done” approach and energy from our associates. We are a results-oriented firm with experience across a number of industries including retail, healthcare, public sector, financial services, and manufacturing. Please visit www.guntergroup.com for more information.
TGG SUPPORTING SPONSOR AT DOUGY CENTER LUNCHEON
On November 11th multiple members of The Gunter Group, LLC (TGG) team were present at the Dougy Center’s Annual Fall Luncheon held at the Sentinel Hotel. TGG served as a proud supporting sponsor of the annual ‘friend’ raiser luncheon where the theme was Portraits of Courage. The luncheon featured a number of speakers who highlighted the amazing work the Dougy Center is currently doing to support grieving children and their families.
Ashleigh Gunter, Partner at The Gunter Group, serves on the Board of Directors for the Dougy Center and was the co-chair for the event with Karen Chong. Ashleigh said “ I was really excited to be able to support the Dougy Center by working on the Fall Luncheon. When I hear the stories that the families share about losing a mom, a dad or a child, I feel like it is the least I could do.” Vivian Dhadli-Robinson, an associate with The Gunter Group who attended said, “It was a wonderful event and inspiring to hear about the folks who have helped to make the Dougy Center a success. Also, it was absolutely tear-jerking to hear the stories of those who have been impacted by the loss of a loved one and how this safe haven has welcomed them in their time of need, allowed them to grieve, feel safe and renew their spirits”.
The Dougy Center is exclusively funded through individual and corporate donations and they do not charge a fee for their services. Since 1982 they have helped over 30,000 children, teens and families and have set up workshops to replicate their model in over 250 locations around the world.
When asked why she got involved with the Dougy Center Ashleigh said, “I lost a close friend when I was in high school. Shortly after I left home to go to college. I felt very isolated and overwhelmed by my grief. I know that if a Dougy Center had existed at that time for me, it would have made an incredible difference. I want to work to ensure that fewer children and young people have to experience loss without the support the Dougy Center can offer.”
The Gunter Group has been active in charitable endeavors since the company was founded in 2008 and is continually looking for ways to support causes that are important to the team. So far in 2014 the company has supported The Dougy Center, Checking For Charity, The Wounded Warrior Project, & Everyday Warrior and the Portland Children’s Museum. When asked why participation in charitable organizations is important to the firm, founder Mike Gunter had the following to say, “Our company is built on relationships, and this is such a great way to get involved and connect with people in our community. As individuals, we all have causes that are valuable to us, so it also provides a unique opportunity for team unity and collaboration. We’re gaining exposure to different charities that are meaningful to people on our team, and getting to know each other better in the process. So by helping others we are benefiting personally and professionally – it’s a win-win for everyone.”
For more information about the Dougy Center, or to volunteer or donate visit Dougy.org