Wednesday, October 15
6:30pm
Kiggins Theatre, Vancouver Livestream Available
Presented by:
2025 Annual Fundraising Event
Homelessness is solvable; and together, we're proving it.
Please join us for our biggest fundraising and community building event of the year, Gathering for Change.
On October 15, we’ll come together to build real momentum around lasting solutions to homelessness. This is a powerful moment to unite as a community and continue moving forward, together, to ensure that everyone in Clark County has a safe, stable place to call home.
Change happens when we take action together. Gathering for Change is more than an event—it’s a movement.
This year, we’ll celebrate progress, share what’s ahead, and highlight how Council for the Homeless (CFTH) is leading the way to help individuals and families in crisis, to support service providers, and strengthen our entire community.
Be part of the movement. Join us on October 15.
FEATURED CONVERSATION: LEADING WITH EMPATHY
In a time of growing need, how can empathy guide our community’s response to addressing homelessness? Join Northwest Health Foundation President, Jesse Beason, Oregon Law Center Director of Litigation, Ed Johnson, and moderator, Community Foundation for Southwest Washington Senior Program Officer, Esra Khalil, for a powerful conversation on leading with empathy in advocacy, funding, and community work.
Together, we will explore how individuals and communities can respond to real-life challenges with compassion and effective solutions.
Meet the Voices of Change
Guest Speaker: Jesse Beason
Jesse is the President and CEO of Northwest Health Foundation, where he leads efforts to advance health equity across Oregon and Southwest Washington. He previously served as Vice President of Strategy & Public Affairs at the Foundation and has held leadership roles in housing (Proud Ground), public affairs (Metro), and civic engagement (Office of Commissioner Sam Adams). Jesse is a graduate of Lewis & Clark College and has been recognized as a Portland Business Journal 40 Under 40 and a Portland Monthly Rising Star.
Guest Speaker: Ed Johnson
Ed is the Director of Litigation at the Oregon Law Center. He has been a legal aid lawyer in Oregon since 1996. His work focuses on fair housing, subsidized housing, housing preservation and homeless rights litigation. Ed is a 1993 graduate of Columbia Law School.
Moderator: Esra Khalil
It’s coming!
Fundraising Host: Kelly Russell
Back by popular demand!Back by popular demand! Kelly Russell of Artisan Auctions will be our fundraising host, bringing her enthusiasm for Clark County’s generous spirit to the stage.
Event Details:
Date: October 15, 2025
Location: Kiggins Theatre + Virtual Option Available
Time: 6:30 PM | GMT-5
Tickets: $150 in-person
TICKETS AND SCHOLARSHIP OPTIONS
Tickets for Gathering for Change are $150, which includes entry to the event, pizza dinner, drinks, and a meaningful evening in support of solutions to homelessness in our community.
We also recognize that this is a community event, and we want everyone to feel welcome, regardless of financial circumstances. Cost shouldn’t be a barrier to participation. This year, we are pleased to offer a sliding scale option for tickets to ensure everyone can join us for this year’s event.
To purchase a ticket, please click here.
Thanks to our generous sponsor, Legacy Health, we’re able to offer a limited number of scholarship tickets at no cost. To request a sponsored ticket, please fill out this form here. Questions? Please reach out to Maggie Bernetich, CFTH Annual Giving and Events Manager, at mbernetich@councilforthehomeless.org – we’d love to have you join us.
Kiggins Theatre
The historic Kiggins Theatre has been a staple in our community since 1936. Today, the iconic marquee and preserved Art Deco design instantly take us back to a bygone era.
The Kiggins Theatre is a jewel of Clark County and is a community gathering spot for films, local entertainment, lectures, performances, and our 2024 Gathering for Change event.
Thank you to our 2025 Gathering for Change Sponsors
Platinum Sponsors:
Gold Sponsors:
Silver Sponsors:
Keynote Sponsor:
Community Ticket Sponsor:
Bid Card Sponsor:
Join us in bringing this amazing event to the community! Sponsorship opportunities are available.
Maggie Bernetich at mbernetich@councilforthehomeless.org or (360) 916-6008.
Your presence matters. Your voice matters. Your action matters.
Join us at Gathering for Change 2025 and help ensure everyone has a place to call home.