2025 Focus on Hope

Oct 28th, 2025

Focus on Hope 2025 event

Join us for Focus on Hope, an inspiring luncheon to honor the shared experiences, hope, and healing found through Dougy Center's life-changing programs.

We are thrilled to welcome bestselling author Cheryl Strayed as the keynote speaker. Cheryl’s #1 New York Times bestseller, Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail, was made into an Oscar-nominated film. Her bestselling collection of Dear Sugar Columns, Tiny Beautiful Things, was adapted for Hulu. Cheryl’s books have sold more than five million copies around the world.

Focus on Hope will also include a panel conversation with Dougy Center participants who will share how they express their grief through art.

Learn how you can make a positive impact in the lives of children, teens, young adults, and families who are grieving.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2025, at AVENUE Portland, 631 NE Grand Ave. in Portland
11:30 a.m. to Noon: Registration
Noon to 1 p.m.: Luncheon & Program

Thank you to past Dougy Center participant Tiffany Palafox for sharing her painting, "A Song Just for You."

Registration for Focus on Hope will open on August 18.

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