About Us

 

Heppner Community Foundation (HCF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established to support economic opportunity and innovation in South Morrow County. In addition to managing community spaces and a business innovation hub, HCF is a guiding and mentoring force looking to cultivate and sustain the Eastern Oregon we all want to live in. 

 

The Howard and Beth Bryant Foundation (HBBF) empowers Heppner through purposeful giving, and active engagement to ensure the community's bright, sustainable future.

 

The Howard and Beth Bryant estate has supported dozens of community enhancement projects since its establishment in 2015, and continues with many new projects in the works. The Heppner Community Foundation (HCF) was established in 2019 in partnership with HBBF to address local resource needs, and help Heppner thrive as a vibrant community.

 

Learn more about the Bryant family's immeasurable impact on Heppner, OR:  Howard and Beth Bryant Foundation. 

 

 

A vibrant and thriving Heppner community.

 

 

The Spirit of Community: We believe in the power of community. We prioritize providing local and accessible opportunities for Heppner's cultural enrichment and create community-building programs and services.

 

Advancing Opportunity: In partnership with the Howard and Beth Bryant Foundation, the HCF works to provide access to effective investment opportunities and collaborative partnerships. We assist with economic development activities by partnering with federal, state, and local businesses and organizations to advance the opportunities of all Heppner residents. 

 

Growth Mindset: We strive to be a hub of innovation for our most creative and entrepreneurial thinkers to connect and contribute to the economic development of South Morrow County. We are a guiding and mentoring force for individuals and families looking to cultivate and sustain the Heppner they want to live in.

 

 

 

Melissa Lindsay, President,  Melissalindsay16@gmail.com

Kim Cutsforth, Treasurer, kimchbbf@gmail.com

Patti Allstott, Secretary,  patti.a@live.com

Joe Armato,  Joseph.b.armato@gmail.com

Sandy Matthews, rockstreet155@gmail.com

 

The HCF is governed by a 5-person board of directors. We are a city-wide nonprofit with our office located at: 106 E. Main Street, Heppner, OR 97836.  Mailing Address: PO BOX 12, Heppner, OR 97836. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Tax ID #83-1112190

 

 

Katie Siri-Murray, Administration, ksirimurray@gmail.com, 503-504-8508

Willow Creek Valley Economic Development Group (WCVEDG) Project Manager, wcvedg@gmail.com

 

Kaley Patterson, Gilliam & Bisbee Building Reservation & Events Manager, 509-285-0833, admin@hcfgives.org

 

Shelby Matthews, Fitness Center Manager, lottsfitness@hcfgives.org, 458-224-6546

 

Angie Hanson, Event Support

 

Madison Rosenbalm, Member Services & Events Director, Heppner Chamber of Commerce

heppnerchamber@gmail.com, 541-676-5536

 

The Heppner Community Foundation currently provides administrative support for the Heppner Chamber of Commerce,

Willow Creek Valley Economic Development Group (WCVEDG), and the Morrow County Unified Recreation District (MCURD).