2022 Friends of SAGE Awards

SAGE Metro Portland, a program of Friendly House, is proud to announce our 2022 Friends of SAGE Awards! These awards honor and celebrate those in our community who make a difference in the lives of LGBTQ+ older adults.

After two years of holding this event virtually we are finally ready to come together in person! Please join us on October 13th at 6:30pm at Friendly House (1737 NW 26th Ave.), and help us celebrate the exceptional people in our community who are making a difference in the lives of LGBTQ+ older adults. Space is limited and RSVP is required. If you are interested in attending please email rsvp@fhpdx.org.

The Friends of SAGE Awards is SAGE Metro Portland's biggest fundraiser of the year. You can donate at the event, or if you aren't able to attend, you can show your support by clicking on the above "Make a Donation" button. Please help us continue to serve our LGBTQ+ older adults by supporting SAGE Metro Portland. To learn more about SAGE Metro Portland please visit our website.

Legacy Award – Delores & Trista Jolly

The Legacy Award goes to an individual, group, or business who has made a substantial contribution of cash or in-kind support, allowing SAGE Metro Portland to maintain or grow services and programs benefiting LGBTQ+ older adults.

Agent of Change Award – Home First Development & Christ United Methodist Church

The Agent of Change Award is given to a business or individual who is setting the pace with new ideas to improve services, visibility, and quality of life for LGBTQ+ elders in the Portland Metro area.

Community Spotlight Award – Ruth Szilagyi

The Community Spotlight Award is presented annually to an individual or volunteer group who has used their time and talents to support SAGE Metro Portland and those we serve.

Lifetime Achievement Award – Peg Hackenbruck

The Lifetime Achievement Award goes to someone who has used their time, talents and resources to impact LGBTQ+ issues over their lifetime.