SAGE Center Wins Impact Award for Morrow County Harvest Festival

URGENT UPDATE: The SAGE Center & Event Center in Boardman has just been awarded the prestigious Impact Award by the Oregon Festivals & Events Association for its remarkable role in the Morrow County Harvest Festival. This recognition comes as part of a conference held in Seaside from February 26-28, 2023, where event professionals and community leaders gathered to celebrate excellence in local festivals.

This award underscores the festival’s significant impact on the community, fostering connections among families, businesses, and organizations each fall. Interim Manager Angel Aguilar and Facility and Event Coordinator Emilio Jaimez proudly represented the SAGE Center at the conference, emphasizing the importance of community engagement and support.

In addition to the Impact Award, the SAGE Event Center received the Fundraising Event of the Year Award for the Rebuilding Hope Dinner & Auction, which benefits the Boardman Food Pantry. This accolade highlights the event’s crucial contributions to local families in need, showcasing the SAGE Center’s commitment to community welfare.

The SAGE Center team also celebrated Amazon as the Sponsor of the Year. This recognition reflects Amazon’s generous financial support and ongoing partnership with the SAGE Center and the Boardman Food Pantry. Community Engagement Coordinator Benjamin Harvey was acknowledged for his exceptional leadership and collaboration, reinforcing the significance of corporate partnerships in enhancing community impact.

Aguilar expressed gratitude for the collective efforts that made these achievements possible, stating,

“This conference was not only a wonderful experience for our team, but also a powerful reminder of what can be accomplished through strong community partnerships and shared commitment.”

The SAGE Center & Event Center remains dedicated to offering high-quality educational programs, cultural events, and fundraising initiatives aimed at strengthening the Boardman community and the broader Morrow County area.

For those eager to support and participate in upcoming events, further information can be found on the SAGE Center’s official website. Stay tuned as this story develops and community initiatives continue to unfold.