Where is the event?
Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront
1401 SW Naito Pkwy
Portland, OR 97201
What time is the event?
Registration opens at 10:30AM and the event will go until 1:15PM.
What will the program be like during SHINE?
When you arrive, there will be a mimosa bar and the chance to mingle and connect. During this time, you'll have an opportunity to purchase a ticket for the Golden Ticket raffle to win a package out of the live auction, and also to purchase fun and festive grab bags filled with gift certificates from some of Q Center's favorite businesses.
The program will begin at 11:45AM and include performances, a Q Center update from Executive Director cameron whitten, a live auction and a chance to honor the heroes among us with Constellation Awards.
What should I wear to SHINE?
Your shiniest dressy-casual, business or semiformal attire.
Where can I park?
Portland Marriott Downtown offers valet parking for $44, and there is paid parking on the streets around the venue.
What kinds of drinks will be available, and will they be complimentary?
Mimosas, bloody mary's, sodas, water, coffee and tea will all be complimentary at the event.
What food will be served at the event?
Fresh baked biscuits & Oregon-grown blackberry jam
Huevos Rancheros (GF)
Scrambled eggs on a crispy tortilla with refried beans, queso fresca, fresh salsa & chopped cilantro served with crispy bacon
Huevos Rancheros (Vegan)
Tofu scramble on a crispy tortilla with refried beans, fresh salsa & chopped cilantro served with wilted kale and roasted butternut squash
What if I have a food allergy?
Just let your server know when you get to your brunch table the day of the event. They can accommodate any food requests you have (vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, etc.).
How can I purchase an auction item or donate to Q Center at the event?
You will be asked for your credit card during the registration process when you arrive, to start a tab. You will be provided a bid paddle to make any donations or purchases throughout the event. The credit card on file will be charged at the end of the event to include all of your purchases. You will only be charged for what you spend. You will be emailed a receipt, or we can print one for you at check-out at the end of the event. You can also bring a check or cash to pay for purchases at check-out.
Anonymity
If you would rather not be photographed at SHINE, you are welcome to walk up to the photographer and request you not be included in the photographs. Our photographers will be instructed to honor these requests.
Accessibility
We are committed to making this event as accessible as possible. Our venue is ADA accessible and the program will include live captioning for all guests. We would also love to hear about any ways to accommodate you in advance of the event, or you're welcome to bring any needs you might have day-of to anyone at the registration desk.
To get in touch about any accommodations, please contact Q Center at 503-234-7837 or development@pdxqcenter.org.
How do I get to the venue?
From the North (Seattle) Southbound on I-5
Take the Interstate 5 South exit 300B toward U.S. 26E/OR-99/OMSI/Oregon City. Keep right, follow signs for Morrison Street/City Center. Continue onto the Morrison Bridge. Take the Naito Parkway S ramp to Insterstate 5S. Merge onto SW Naito Pkwy/Pacific Hwy W.
From the South (Salem) Northbound on I-5
Take the Interstate 5 North exit 299B on the left toward City Center. Continue onto SW Harbor Dr. Turn right onto SW Naito Pkwy/Pacific Hwy W. Make a U-Turn just past the entrance to the hotel.