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Community Spotlight: SMART Reading

It’s National Reading Month, so it’s the perfect time to highlight a local nonprofit that provides children with the tools and resources that empower them to read. SMART Reading was developed in 1991, led by Governor Neil Goldschmdit, to address children’s reading levels. It formally launched in 1992 with the goal to “positively impact literacy outcomes by providing early reading support, access to books and community engagement in an equitable and inclusive environment for everyone involved.” In the… more >

Community Spotlight: BEAT Children’s Theatre

BEAT Children’s Theatre is empowering youth by fostering creativity, collaboration and self confidence while enriching the Central Oregon community. BEAT was founded by Mary Kilpatrick and Howard Schor and has been serving the Central Oregon community since 2006 with classes, mainstage performances and audiences. BEAT enriches and transforms the lives of young people through performing arts by offering fun and instructive programs with a safe and supportive environment and we are proud to support this program. … more >

Community Spotlight: Central Oregon Gives

Central Oregon Gives is the region’s center for nonprofit giving at the end of each year. It’s a digital giving platform for donors to learn about their communities’ nonprofits and donate to the nonprofit of their choosing and with each donation, the donor receives a gift. Last year, 80 nonprofits were selected to participate in the end-of-year giving and they topped $1 million in donations. We love seeing our community come together for… more >

Community Sponsorship: The Season of Nonviolence

Brooks Resources is proud to sponsor the upcoming Central Oregon Community College Season of Nonviolence, with various events and activities being held January – March 2023. Created to bring together community partners to educate and empower communities on how to use nonviolent methods to create a more peaceful world, the event series includes lectures, book discussion groups and facilitated community conversations. It is the 15th year Central Oregon Community College has hosted the… more >

Brooks Resources 2023 Annual Wall Calendar Now Available!

Our annual wall calendar tradition continues in 2023 – featuring an iconic image of Central Oregon. Last year was the first time we held a photo contest for the featured image, and its success encouraged us to issue another contest for the 2023 edition. This year’s winner is Bend’s Jim St. John who photographed Reynolds Pond featuring an enchanting sunrise reflected on the water. This year’s photo contest theme was “Hope on the Horizon”, chosen to represent the… more >

Community Spotlight: MountainStar Family Relief Nursery

Snow has recently fallen to the ground in Central Oregon, and the holidays are just around the corner. Now is a great time to get involved in the community and help those around us to have a special holiday season. MountainStar Family Relief Nursery began providing services to families in the community of Bend in 2001 and now serves the tri-county Central Oregon area including Deschutes, Jefferson and Crook counties. We are proud to support this organization… more >

Community Spotlight: Hunger Prevention Coalition

As the holidays approach, it’s a good time to raise awareness and address hunger in our community. In 2022, an enormous 42% of people in Deschutes County alone reported food insecurity. One organization that is making a difference is The Hunger Prevention Coalition of Central Oregon, a nonprofit agency that raises and distributes funds for nutritious food to outlets and distribution points throughout Central Oregon. We are proud… more >

Hard Hat Happy Hour at Shevlin Crossing

We recently hosted a few of our colleagues and community partners at the new Shevlin Crossing building for a special “Hard Hat Happy Hour” to show progress on the building and talk a little bit about the unique approach we’re taking to construct the building. Also in attendance was a representative from our very first tenant, RBC Wealth Management – U.S., one of the country’s leading financial services companies and part of the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC). This Class-A… more >

Photo Contest is Back! Submit now for our 2023 Wall Calendar

We are pleased to bring back our Wall Calendar Photo Contest for the second year in a row! This year’s theme is “hope on the horizon.” See our news release below for details on how to enter the contest. We look forward to seeing your submissions. ~~~~~~~~~~~~ Brooks Resources Issues Call for Photos for its 2023 Wall Calendar Bend, Oregon real estate developer opens up a photo contest for its iconic annual wall calendar … more >

What I learned as a Brooks Resources intern this summer

– By Hannah Clawson Hannah Clawson, Summer Intern This summer, I worked as a marketing intern at Brooks Resources Corporation, a real estate development company in my hometown of Bend, Oregon. Going into this position, I didn’t know much about what real estate development entailed and thus what my job would consist of. Luckily for me, I met some great mentors along the way, and was able to work hard this summer… more >

Just Announced: Shevlin Crossing Signs First Tenant

Shevlin Crossing is underway in the neighborhood of NorthWest Crossing! See below for an exciting progress update and the announcement of our first tenant, RBC Wealth Management – U.S. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ PRESS RELEASE Shevlin Crossing Takes Shape in NorthWest Crossing, Announces First Tenant Agreement First building slated for completion in early spring 2023; RBC Wealth Management – U.S. will make the new Bend, Oregon Class A office space its home… more >

Community Spotlight: Kôr Community Land Trust

As one of the fastest growing cities in the United States, Bend certainly feels the pressure of growth from many different angles. Kôr Community Land Trust addresses one of these, helping to ensure that the Central Oregon workforce has access to healthy, affordable homes for generations to come. We are proud to support this nonprofit organization and their work in building sustainable, affordable homeownership communities. The primary audience for Kôr is working families and individuals such as nurses, teachers,… more >

Top three things to do before summer is over in Bend, Oregon

If you’re looking for a solid “bucket list” for your Bend, Oregon 2022 summer fun, head to our Top 10 blog post from last year. From hitting the mountain for fun in the sun, to the ubiquitous pastime of floating the Deschutes River, there are a whole host of must-do recommendations from our local team. This year, we’ve added some more general recommendations to the list. There’s never a shortage of things to… more >

Development’s Role in Fire-Safe Communities

One of the biggest benefits to living in Central Oregon is its proximity to nature. Walk outside and see a forest, head to the middle of town to enjoy the river, or drive several miles and reach a mountain or a lake. It’s one of the main reasons for the population boom Central Oregon has been experiencing the last couple of decades. Bend, as many cities in Central Oregon are, is surrounded by the Wildland Urban Interface,… more >

Nonprofit spotlight: The Museum at Warm Springs

If you are looking for an interesting and educational day trip in Central Oregon, look no further than The Museum at Warm Springs. Just an hour from Bend, this fascinating attraction is located on Shi-tike Creek which feeds into the beautiful Deschutes River on the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs Reservation of Oregon. A shaded parking lot, picnic tables and river access make it a perfect place for a summer day, but it is what’s inside the… more >

We wish a happy retirement to our principal broker Linda Schmitz

We gathered recently to celebrate the retirement of Linda Schmitz, our principal broker, who has been with the company for 16 years. A couple of years ago, we interviewed Linda for our employee spotlight and she gave us a little peek into her daily life and her job. Over the course of her career with us, she served as the homeowner concierge and developer broker for North Rim, as well as serving as the broker for the sales… more >

Top things to do in Bend Oregon this “sprinter”

In Bend Oregon, our seasonal weather is anything but predictable. These past couple of months have proved this, alternately between snow, rain, sun, wind and everything in between. The good news is that this “bridge” time gives us many options when it comes to recreation, depending on the day and its arbitrary weather pattern. The season right now? A mix of winter and spring: Sprinter. Get some final turns in at Mt. Bachelor: Don’t put… more >

Community spotlight: Every Child Central Oregon

Did you know that more than 11,000 children in Oregon spent time in foster care last year? In order to meet their needs, and the needs of the families that care for them, it takes a collaborative effort. That’s where Every Child Central Oregon (ECCO) comes in. This unique organization helps to connect foster children and foster parents with resources in the greater community. Brooks Resources is a proud supporter of ECCO, as… more >

Central Oregon Community College Visiting Scholar Lecture Series

We are proud to support Central Oregon Community College’s Nancy R. Chandler Lecture Series, formerly called its Visiting Scholar Program, which brings renowned speakers, lecturers and experts to the region. Over the past few weeks, they have been holding a number of events in support of the Season of Nonviolence, with a wide array of programming in partnership with the college’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion. Earlier this month, the final event in the series featured Julie Sze, Ph.D. more >

Bend Foundation Funds Four Roundabouts for Public Art

Bend Foundation, a philanthropic organization established by Brooks-Scanlon, Inc. and shareholders of Brooks-Scanlon and Brooks Resources, is donating funds to support new public art in four Bend roundabouts. The Bend Foundation and the City of Bend are collaborating with local non-profit organization, Art in Public Places, to place large-scale sculptures in the roundabouts over the next two years. Kirk Schueler, a trustee of Bend Foundation, said, “Our city’s vibrant collection of public art is one of the aspects that makes… more >

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