Rooted in Service: A JVC Northwest Community Gathering in Portland
Saturday, Nov. 8 from 4–6 PM at Rossi Farms, Northeast Portland
Registration is now closed. You can give to support the event now.
You’re warmly invited to a soulful, community-centered fall evening in Portland—open to all ages and all members of our extended JVC Northwest community.
This is a family-friendly event, so children are more than welcome! We’ll have corn hole, sidewalk chalk, and coloring sheets available to help keep young ones entertained throughout the evening.
Together, we’ll honor Jack Kennedy for his decades of service and spiritual leadership, celebrating the impact he’s had on generations of Jesuit Volunteers, JV EnCorps members, and the broader community.
This gathering is rooted in simplicity and connection, reflecting the unique spirit of Portland and the core values that guide JVC Northwest: simple living, social and ecological justice, spirituality and reflection, and community. Distinct from our Seattle Benefit, this event is designed to grow into a beloved annual tradition.
Expect storytelling, music, and meaningful connection around a symbolic campfire, while raising vital funds to support JVC Northwest’s mission across the Pacific Northwest.
Children under 12 are free and can be registered here. Children 12 and older can be registered here at the reduced rate of $35.
Why We Gather
We gather to celebrate the spirit of service, deepen our connections, and raise essential funds to sustain JVC Northwest’s work. This is more than an event—it’s a chance to nourish our Portland community and honor the legacy of those who’ve shaped it.
Can’t Attend? You Can Still Support the Movement.
If you’re unable to join us in person, we invite you to make a gift in honor of Jack Kennedy and the spirit of service that defines JVC Northwest.
Your donation helps sustain our work across the Pacific Northwest and ensures gatherings like this continue to nourish our community.
Sponsor the Event
Interested in sponsoring this gathering? Sponsorships help cover event costs and amplify our fundraising efforts.
Contact Kelly Hickman at khickman@jvcnorthwest.org to learn more about sponsorship opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions…
Rossi Farms is an urban farm venue with historic roots located in NE Portland at 3839 NE 122nd Ave., Portland, OR 97230. Learn more about the venue at https://www.rossifarms.com/
We have three options for tickets to allow accessibility. The corps supporter ticket price is $95, the standard ticket price is $65, and the reduced ticket price is $35.
You can register via this link: Rooted in Service Portland Event – Jesuit Volunteer Corps (JVC) Northwest. Registration deadline is October 26th.
For some iPhone users, the registration form may only be compatible on the Google Chrome browser. If you receive an error message when registering, please try accessing the form on another internet browser or another device.
Reach out to Chris Suriano (csuriano@jvcnorthwest.org or 971-353-6808) if you continue experiencing technical issues while registering.
No worries, you can still contribute to our mission! Click here to give a gift.
Yes! All ages are welcome! We will have chalk, cornhole, and coloring sheets available.
Children under 12 are free. Please use this link to register them.
Tickets for children 12 and older are a reduced cost of $35. Please use this link to register them.
The event will be over no later than 6pm.
We encourage you to lean into the fall, cozy vibe in however way that feels good to you. Sweaters, flannels, dresses, skirts, jeans, or whatever you will be comfortable outdoors and indoors. Feel free to express yourself in a way that embraces you!
