The small community of Portola (population 2,000) is located on the eastern slope of the Sierra Nevada mountain range in northern California. The town, and the surrounding area in general, has been in a slow economic decline in recent years. In an effort to turn that situation around a group of unpaid local volunteers has joined together to develop a piece of property on the major shopping street in town. They are now in the process of creating an outdoor event center that will become the major focus in the rejuvenation of the entire area.  

Last year local citizens and businesses through donated cash, labor and materials have contributed 92% of the cost to fund construction of the Event Center. We're reaching out to the general public at this time to assist in raising the additional 8% needed to complete the project. 

To obtain the amount necessary to complete the Event Center an engraved brick with the name of your choosing is being offered for sale for a minimum of $100.  The bricks will become part of the walkway at the Commercial Street entrance.  Three hundred eighty-three have been sold to date.  Those contributing $1,000 or more will be recognized on a scroll at the information kiosk in addition to receiving two engraved bricks for the walkway.

Be advised that the Old Town Portola Event Center is a registered 501(c)3 Corporation. All donations are fully tax deductible.  If you feel that a donation is in order, please CLICK HERE to print out the donation form and mail it along with your check to Old Town Portola Event Center, P.O. Box 1143, Portola, CA  96122.

Thank you for your consideration.