Every Child Central Oregon celebrates 'Cheers to the Year' event, honors foster families, caseworkers and partners
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Every Child Central Oregon, the Redmond-based 501(c)3 nonprofit that fights relentlessly for the well-being of Central Oregon children and families impacted by foster care, recently hosted its annual Cheers to the Year event, recognizing outstanding contributions within the region’s foster care community. The event took place on a beautiful weekend afternoon,

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