Shangri-La’s long service to it’s community is fueled by the dedication and commitment of many employees who have been with the organization for over 15 years. Quite a few have over 20 years. Several others, more than 25. But the longest employed staff have over 30 years! Almost unheard of these days. CEO Jan [...]

Among large nonprofits, Shangri-La was the only diverse human services organization named in the top 20. Shangri-La Corporation achieved the #18 spot for large nonprofits, on Oregon Business Magazine’s list of “100 Best Nonprofits to Work for in Oregon.” The results were announced at a formal dinner and award ceremony held at the downtown Hilton [...]

Six members of Shangri-La’s ERN Team (Employment Resources Northwest) attended the annual OregonETA Rendezvous conference in Seaside, Oregon September 13-15th. This year’s Rendezvous offered a variety of short sessions relating to Work Force development. Two Shangri-La staff members have been given the opportunity to directly support the Oregon Employment Training Association (OETA). Margie Paulson, ERN [...]

OregonETA (Oregon Employment & Training Association) held it’s 27th Annual Conference in Seaside, Oregon this year. Entitled “Rendezvous for Workforce Development Professionals,” the 3-day event, held September 13-15, was filled with breakout sessions and workshops for Oregon Workforce providers looking to update and increase their skills. There was also time taken at the convention to [...]

Well, it’s happened again. Shangri-La has won another parade float award! Our great coastal group built and decorated the award winning float for the 103rd Annual Rhododendron Grand Floral Parade which was held in Florence, Oregon on Sunday, May 23, 2010. This was the first year Shangri-La entered a float in this parade and we [...]