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Since 1989 we have raised money for Our House of Portland, CAP, New Avenues For Youth, Esther's Pantry, Todd's Corner, The Audrey M Edwards Scholarship Fund, The Pride of the Rose Scholarship Fund, The HIV Day Center, Cascade AIDS Project, The Princess Diana Fund, The Susan G Koman Foundation, PWA, SMYRC, The Living Room, Trevor Project, and Tijuana AIDS Foundation.
The Sweethearts of Portland was founded on the spirit of Rose Empress Velvet Monet, who was commonly referred to as the Sweetheart of Portland. In 1989 the Title became official and Velvet and Robert Thomas became the first crowned Mr. and Miss. Sweetheart of Portland .
The titles of Mr./Miss./MX. Sweetheart of Portland differ from other Portland titles in that the titleholders are determined, not by a talent contest or popular vote, but on who can raise the most money for charity. This is done at the Sweethearts Annual Raffle contest held on or around Valentines Day each year. Candidates sell raffle tickets and raise cash donations for the raffle over the course of three weeks. The Contest culminates at the Annual Sweetheart Ball where the winners are crowned.
The Duke and Duchess of Hearts title was started in July of 2015 with the crowning of Duke of Hearts 1 - Diamond Starrlite Scities and Duchess of Hearts 1 - Syrin Scities Trimaneit it was and is a chance for the organization to grow and have a little fun doing it. The Duke and Duchess title is won by competing in 4 areas of competition - A 4 min Talent Number, A Creative Fashion Look, A Formal Wear look and Judges Interview
The Sweethearts of Portland was founded on the spirit of Rose Empress Velvet Monet, who was commonly referred to as the Sweetheart of Portland. In 1989 the Title became official and Velvet and Robert Thomas became the first crowned Mr. and Miss. Sweetheart of Portland .
The titles of Mr./Miss./MX. Sweetheart of Portland differ from other Portland titles in that the titleholders are determined, not by a talent contest or popular vote, but on who can raise the most money for charity. This is done at the Sweethearts Annual Raffle contest held on or around Valentines Day each year. Candidates sell raffle tickets and raise cash donations for the raffle over the course of three weeks. The Contest culminates at the Annual Sweetheart Ball where the winners are crowned.
The Duke and Duchess of Hearts title was started in July of 2015 with the crowning of Duke of Hearts 1 - Diamond Starrlite Scities and Duchess of Hearts 1 - Syrin Scities Trimaneit it was and is a chance for the organization to grow and have a little fun doing it. The Duke and Duchess title is won by competing in 4 areas of competition - A 4 min Talent Number, A Creative Fashion Look, A Formal Wear look and Judges Interview
What's Happening!It's Giving ThanksIn Person🌟✨ **It's Giving Thanks Benefit Show** ✨🌟
👑 Join us for an unforgettable night of dazzling performances and heartfelt generosity! The Duke, Duchess, and Duchx of the Sweethearts of Portland--Luciano Verinotti, Rio Diehl Volt, and Grimm Obscura—are set to grace the stage with their mesmerizing talents, alongside the incredibly special guest, Riley Burrows. 📅 Date: November 18th 🕗 Time: 8:00 PM 📍 Location: CANDY - 904 NW Couch St 🔞 Age Limit: 21+ This mesmerizing event is not just about entertainment—it's about making a difference! ALL proceeds from the evening will directly benefit New Avenues for Youth, supporting their incredible work. The Sweethearts of Portland, a registered 501(c)3 charity, are dedicated to spreading love and aid in our community. Prepare to be enchanted by a night of diverse performances, showcasing the incredible talents of these phenomenal artists. From electrifying lip-syncs to breathtaking dances, this show promises to leave you in awe and gratitude. Let's come together, celebrate the season of giving, and support an extraordinary cause! Mark your calendars, invite your friends, and let's make this evening an unforgettable celebration of talent, kindness, and unity. See you at CANDY for a night of glamour, impact, and gratitude! 🌈💫 Past events!Duke, Duchess, DuchX InterviewsVirtualIt's time for the 9th annual Duke, Duchess, and Duchx pageant. Interviews will be conducted virtually. Get your applications in today!
DRAG-AOKE AnniversarySuki's Bar and GrillThe 2nd Anniversary party for DRAG-AOKE is here! And we're raising money for SMYRC: The sexual & gender minority youth resource center of Portland!
Join us for a night of exciting karaoke from 7PM - 1AM hosted by Mr. Sweetheart XXXV Kherry Okay Holiday, with a spectacular drag show happing around 9PM: including some of your local favorite performers! No cover charge, so bring your tipping money's for the performers & enjoy some delicious food + drinks! All proceeds, including tips + a large portion of sales, are all going towards our awesome cause! See you on Sunday, May 28th Portland! Only at Suki's Drag-Aoke every sunday night Annual Public Board Meeting!Monday May 22nd, 2023 at 7pm (Pacific Time)
35th Annual Sweethearts BallSlaughters PortlandIt's finally time to welcome in the next Sweethearts and wish Fallon Love and Sue From Corporate a fond farewell on completing a successful year
Sweetheart 35 interviewsGoogle CallWant to be the next Sweetheart of Portland
The Sweethearts of Portland is a non-profit organization that gives back to the community in create ways. The primary titles are Mr/MX/Miss. Do you want to give back to your community? Do you want to be a voice for your community? Make a difference! Apply today! Zombie PromThe Annual Sweethearts Holiday PartyThe Sweethearts of Portland, Miss Sweetheart 34 Sue from Corporate and Mx. Sweetheart 34 Fallon Love proudly present a party that will surely wake the dead…ZOMBIE PROM!!
October 23rd at CC Slaughters, 7pm $15 Cover Benefitting The Trevor Project 21+ Advance Tickets available at http://www.sweetheartsofportland.com/zombieprom Did you not get to experience your high school prom as your most authentic queer self? Well come experience our prom as your most UNDEAD authentic queer self!! $15 will get you into a night of ghoulish prom dancing to extra spooky beats, ghastly prom photos with your zom-bae, gruesome drag performances, and a chance to win PROM THING! How do you win Prom Thing? It’s scarily simple! Come dressed to kill in your undead best and have your friends (or foes) vote for you! Each vote for Prom Thing is $1 and you can vote as many times as you want! Do you really want that crown and sash? Then feel free to vote for yourself!! All proceeds from the votes will benefit The Sweethearts of Portland (so we can continue to throw some ghoulishly fun events!) See less A night at the cinemalThe 8th Annual Duke, Duchess & DuchX of Hearts PageantMassive Congrats to DuchX 2 Babylon Brooks and Duke 7 DJxDanimal on completing a fabulous year.
It's time to select our next Duke, Duchess, and DuchX. These titles are a key part of the Sweethearts organization by giving individuals in our community a chance to raise funds and give back. It comes with less responsibility than the Mr., Mx, and Miss Sweetheart titles as an introduction into what it means to be a title holder. Babylon Brooks and Danner have selected the Center for Reproductive Rights as their step-down charity. Do you want to give back to your community? Do you want a crown? Do you want to compete in a judged pageant? Apply Today and for those of you who to just buy tickets to the pageant you may do so here! Drag Out The ClosetFUNDRAISER FOR SMYRC!Pride won't be over just yet. Come celebrate and support our youth at this sober brunch show and clothing drive hosted by Mx. Sweetheart XXXIV Fallon Love and Jenna Saiquoix.
Doors and clothing swap start at 11:00 , and show at 12:00. Please make sure that any clothing brought is clean and in new or in gently used condition any clothing remaining will be donated to SMYRC. (They are also requesting new makeup.) $10-15 cover for those over 21 but free to youth. Door and any additional donations will be given to SMYRC. Performers include current Rosebud AJ Nox as well as Lucy Lavey, Rosie Cakes, Gayotine, and Vegas Flights. Additional performers TBA. The “DRAG-AOKE” 1-Year Anniversary Party +FUNDRAISER FOR SMYRC!Help us reach our goal of $1000 for the Sexual & Gender Minority Resource Center of Portland as we celebrate one-year of Drag-aoke!
What is Dragaoke? It’s drag meets karaoke…Dragaoke! Join Kherry O’Kay, Babylon Brooks, & Anne J. Tifah as we celebrate the night with friends, colleagues, community leaders, and drag performers through song, dance, and lip-syncs while doing it for a good cause! Expect non-stop energy, live singing, stupid mic humor, and pop up drag all night long! As well as a full bar & grill menu, and cocktails specials! GUEST PERFORMANCES FROM (BUT NOT LIMITED TO): LEILANI VOLT SIR J CARMICHAELS FALLON LOVE LUKE MARSHALL COCO JEM HOLIDAY JENNA SAIQUOIX TONY J CARMICHAELS RYVAL THEOLOGY CRUZ DANIELS TINA D PARTON ANNE ELLE FISCHER FLAWLESS SHADE MARLA DARLING LEXI SIREN SUE FROM CORPORATE ANNA MOSSTITTIES MX DAHLIA BELLE CARLEE J PHOENIX CINTRONIOUS BEAUTE PHOENIXX & SO MANY MORE! Including you! Sing a Karafun karaoke song or lip sync! DOORS OPEN AT 7:00 PERFORMANCES BEGINNING BEFORE 8 KARAOKE & DRAG UNTIL MIDNIGHT Let’s do this Portland! A Matter of the heart34th Annual Sweethearts BallJoin us for the step down of Mr. and Miss Sweetheart of Portland 33 Coco Jem Holiday and DJ QueerCub. Be there as we select the next Mr/MX/Miss Sweetheart of Portland.
A Matter of the heartZoom CallWant to be the next Sweetheart of Portland
The Sweethearts of Portland is a non-profit organization that gives back to the community in create ways. The primary titles are Mr/MX/Miss. Do you want to give back to your community? Do you want to be a voice for your community? Make a difference! Apply today! Barb b's Bearded PlayhouseCC Slaughters - Sunday, Feb 13thWhat is Camp Hope?
The idea behind Camp HOPE America – Oregon is to help children heal from trauma and have the fun, playful experiences that they deserve. Developed through the National Family Justice Center Alliance in 2003, Camp HOPE is based on proven research that indicates how important hope is for child survivors of violence. It is a natural extension of the Family Justice Center model. The Cinderella ballNovember 7th, 2021This black tie event is here for YOU to raise money for Bradley Angle. Domestic Violence goes so underreported in the queer community. This year's Sweethearts want to provide support for this event.
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Board membersPresident: Kimber K Shade Vice President: Bruce Ross Treasurer: Scott Seibert Secretary: Bobbi Pins Media Liaison: Coco Jem Holiday Members at Large Carlee J Phoenix Monthly meetingSweethearts Monthly Board Meeting
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