Happy National Team Manager Day! Last month we held our Manager Meeting offsite, and it was clear we have a fantastic team! We discussed key topics like team building, interviewing, onboarding, hazard identification, and other general business matters. We’re grateful for each manager’s contributions in keeping our company moving forward.
Encouragement Rocks!
At every age and ability, we all have the power to make a difference. For this year’s Make a Difference Day (October 26, 2024), Sunrise chose to celebrate kindness – a language everyone understands. Thanks to the creativity and heart of 19 wonderful volunteers, we now have a planter filled with uplifting words and hand-painted rocks as part of the … Read More
Thank you, Brosi!
Mark Brosi from Brosi Sugartree Farms generously donated 42 pumpkins to our nonprofit organization to support our Day Support Activities program. This contribution will enhance our activities and provide a seasonal experience for our participants. We sincerely appreciate Brosi Farms’ commitment to our community and their support of our mission.
Bowling in Reedsport
Last week, some of us had a blast hanging out with the Sunrise Shop & Save team in Reedsport! We enjoyed pizza and bowling, and a special shout-out to Mike Hale for the highest score! Is there an interdepartmental bowling competition in Sunrise’s future?
Blocktober Fest Fun
October 5th was a gorgeous fall day, and Sunrise had some good traffic at Roseburg’s Blocktober Fest with 139 raffle entries for our beautiful gift basket (featuring a Sunrise gift card). Around 500 “kids” of all ages spun the Wheel of Kindness, sharing jokes, kindness cards, and thoughtful ideas for spreading kindness.
Buddy Walk!
Sunrise was happy to join UHI for the 1st Annual Intellectual Developmental Disability Buddy Walk in Roseburg on August 24, 2024! Starting out at Stewart Park, we made some brilliant posters and then walked the loop together along Harvard Avenue and back via the Green Bridge. Thanks to all who joined us on this inclusive event as we made new … Read More
Help Make Our Picnic Unforgettable
It is almost time for the 2024 Sunrise picnic! This amazing annual event is an opportunity for individuals partnering with Sunrise to enjoy a day full of fun, food, and friendship. For many of our participants, this picnic is a highlight of the year. It’s a day to enjoy the outdoors, play games, and win awesome prizes. If you’ve ever … Read More
Need Volunteers? Let Us Know!
Sunrise has started a volunteerism initiative to inspire our organization to give back to our community! Have an awesome event coming up and need volunteers? Comment below with info and we will post on our employee engagement platform!
The Living the Mission Award Goes to…
Donnie Jones! There were many worthy candidates for the Living the Mission award, but the executive team finally selected Donnie and his department for the “lunch-on-us” award! Donnie works as a Janitor at the Oregon DHS building. His team has this to share about him: “With Donnie, I don’t have to ask much, and he takes care of things without … Read More
Sunrise Enterprises Announces Leadership Change
Jane Maritz to lead organization as Interim Executive Director Roseburg, Ore (June 23, 2024) – Sunrise Enterprises, a nonprofit agency dedicated to providing employment services to adults with disabilities in Douglas County since 1969, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jane Maritz as Interim Executive Director. This leadership transition follows the recent resignation of Jim Wilson, who served as … Read More