Kai Talley
Aloha High School, Aloha, OR
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(April 2020) Kai is a sophomore who has a passion for the game of lacrosse and has played the sport for a large portion of his life. He has turned his passion for the game into a business that helps others get involved in lacrosse. The business is called Lumber Lax and it all starts with the wood stored in his garage. Kai cuts down 10-foot long pieces of lumber to make shafts for lacrosse sticks. Along with his sisters, parents and some friends, they paint and engrave them in the shop at their home. About 150 sticks are made a month. For every shaft he sells, he donates one. His donated sticks are used in programs in Panama, Malaysia, Kenya and Uganda.
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Danika Leaver
Brookings-Harbor High School, Brookings, OR
(December 2019) Danika is a senior at Brookings-Harbor High School and has an amazing ability to serve in her school, to donate time to the American Red Cross, and encourage other classmates to serve all at the same time. She has been coordinating the school blood drives for the last few years. Her duties are to recruit donors, coordinate donation times, set up and clean up the gym, communicate with administration and the office of absences missed by donors, collect permission slips, answer questions, troubleshoot problems arising in the gym on the day of the drive, coordinate student volunteers and make sure they are on task and doing their job, be a liaison between the school and the Red Cross, and reserve the gym and inform physical education teachers. For the month leading up to the blood drive she can spend 5 hours a week or more just trying to do all these things. The day of, she is in the gym for at least 8 hours that day. She then starts gearing up for the next one.
Danika has helped run the blood drives for two years, and has worked at the blood drives since her freshman year. At the end of October, Brookings-Harbor had their latest blood drive. Their goal for the school was 43 units. They were able to collect 54 units. For every unit collected, it has the potential to save 3 lives. This means that 162 people could get blood collected at our blood drive. Danika worked at 2 blood drives last year and one the year before. Brookings-Harbor, with a population of 475 students has continually outperformed the much larger (1,500+ students) in the valley. This is due to the great organization and the recruitment efforts of Danika. When she graduates, she will train a new volunteer and the school plans to continue to outperform the large valley schools in southern Oregon.
On top of all of the work that Danika donates to the American Red Cross, she also serves at the local food bank, Operation Christmas Child Donations, assisted in raising funds for Doernbecher Children's Hospital, and has served as a class officer.
Danika has helped run the blood drives for two years, and has worked at the blood drives since her freshman year. At the end of October, Brookings-Harbor had their latest blood drive. Their goal for the school was 43 units. They were able to collect 54 units. For every unit collected, it has the potential to save 3 lives. This means that 162 people could get blood collected at our blood drive. Danika worked at 2 blood drives last year and one the year before. Brookings-Harbor, with a population of 475 students has continually outperformed the much larger (1,500+ students) in the valley. This is due to the great organization and the recruitment efforts of Danika. When she graduates, she will train a new volunteer and the school plans to continue to outperform the large valley schools in southern Oregon.
On top of all of the work that Danika donates to the American Red Cross, she also serves at the local food bank, Operation Christmas Child Donations, assisted in raising funds for Doernbecher Children's Hospital, and has served as a class officer.
Mak Beatty
Aloha High School, Aloha, OR
(May 2019) Mak Beatty is one of those rare individuals who has overcome life’s hard circumstances and has chosen to make it his life’s mission to serve others in his community. The Peter R. Marsh Foundation would like to honor Mak because of this outstanding dedication to others as he as volunteered in the following areas. Beatty created a local scouting unit designed to meet the needs of young men and women ages 14- 21 with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges. He is an Eagle Scout and has had leadership roles in scouting. Mak has been an advocate for people receiving services from the Albertina Kerr Centers in northwestern Oregon. He has had the privilege of being a guest speaker for the Oregon Council of Developmental Disabilities. Mak has also volunteered at the Oak Grove Academy Harvest Festival for two years. He has spoken at various Albertina Kerr board meetings.
Through scouting he has been involved with fund raising to benefit local scouts. Mr. Beatty has been a team leader in scouting, advocating for youth who are in group and foster homes. He has been an activist for disability rights and educating the public on what can be done to fight the mental health stigma.
Mak once wrote as a mission statement that his life’s objective is "To serve my community with devotion, respect, pride, and a relentless pursuit to ensure that all voices are heard, all people are supported, and the needs of my community are prioritized. I intend to work with an organization that aligns with my objective and is continuously dedicated to fulfilling their responsibilities to the community in which they serve." The Peter R. Marsh Foundation is honored to have awarded Mak Beatty with the Silent Servant Student Award.
Through scouting he has been involved with fund raising to benefit local scouts. Mr. Beatty has been a team leader in scouting, advocating for youth who are in group and foster homes. He has been an activist for disability rights and educating the public on what can be done to fight the mental health stigma.
Mak once wrote as a mission statement that his life’s objective is "To serve my community with devotion, respect, pride, and a relentless pursuit to ensure that all voices are heard, all people are supported, and the needs of my community are prioritized. I intend to work with an organization that aligns with my objective and is continuously dedicated to fulfilling their responsibilities to the community in which they serve." The Peter R. Marsh Foundation is honored to have awarded Mak Beatty with the Silent Servant Student Award.
Henry Samuelson
Astoria High School, Astoria, OR
(May 2019) Henry is a senior at Astoria high school and is known in his school as one of those rare individuals who sacrificially gives and serves others. If he sees a need, he’s one of the first to jump in to get the job done. He currently volunteers his time locally by serving the homeless through Homeless Connect Guide, reaches out to younger people as a youth mentor, and he serves as a leader and national ambassador for the 4H Club. In addition to these ongoing service opportunities, Henry gives his time on a regular basis both in his school and in his community. The Peter R. Marsh Foundation is honored to have awarded Henry with the Silent Servant Award.
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Lily Moser
Southridge High School, Beaverton, OR
(April 2019) Lily Moser has found a passion for serving others. She currently serves as a Make a Wish Foundation Ambassador where she has the opportunity to help dreams come true for children who have major health issues. A large part of Lily’s time is spent working with Abby's Closet, a non-profit that provides dresses for young ladies in need of a prom dress. Additionally, Lily has served on the Oregon Military Teen Panel for a few years now and has traveled the country encouraging other military families. This Southridge student has also served at the Mayor's Youth Advisory Board Summit, Nordstrom Fashion Advisory Board, Portland Distinguished Young Women, and has served as Co-President of Southridge Fashion Club, to name a few. Lily has given hundreds of hours for the various organizations and continues to do so today. It’s notable that Lily's family also volunteers for multiple organizations, so Lily comes by it naturally.
Lily wants to study costume design after high school. She was accepted to Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising (FIDM) located in California, to major in costume design. Lily thinks about others, always has a smile, and is never too much in a hurry to stop and visit with a person, especially one that looks like their having a tough time. The Peter R. Marsh Foundation is honored to have awarded Lily with the Silent Servant Award.
Lily wants to study costume design after high school. She was accepted to Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising (FIDM) located in California, to major in costume design. Lily thinks about others, always has a smile, and is never too much in a hurry to stop and visit with a person, especially one that looks like their having a tough time. The Peter R. Marsh Foundation is honored to have awarded Lily with the Silent Servant Award.
Samuel Stetzel, HS Senior
Horizon Christian High School, Tualatin, OR
(January 2019) It’s an honor to introduce you to Samuel Stetzel, a senior at Horizon Christian High School located in Tualatin, Oregon. The faculty at Horizon nominated Sam for the Silent Servant Student Award because of his outstanding contributions to his community. This young man is very involved with his own school serving as the Vice President of the associated student body, he is the DECA chapter president, and is a part of the National Honor Society. Amazingly, Sam has found time to create a DECA chapter for the middle school associated with Horizon Christian. Samuel has found it very important to serve outside the school in his local community by volunteering with the Veterans of Foreign Wars Organization. The PRM Foundation is delighted to offer such an amazing student the Silent Servant Student Award.
Damaris Witham, HS Senior
Crosshill Christian School, Keizer, OR
(Fall 2018) The PRM Foundation is proud to introduce Damaris Witham, a high school senior at Crosshill Christian School located in Keizer, Oregon. By unanimous decision, the faculty at Crosshill Christian nominated Damaris to receive the Silent Servant Student Award. Clearly, this young lady has a heart for serving others. One of her greatest passions is serving in her own community, working with foster children and their families. For the last two summers, Damaris has served at Royal Family Kids Camp, a week long outreach that focuses on encouraging, teaching, and building up foster children while giving their foster parents a reprieve. On a daily basis, Damaras is highly engaged with her family who has chosen to be foster parents themselves.
Damaris has always seen a need to serve outside her community as well. From a young age, Damaris has been raising funds to support the International Justice Mission, World Vision, Compassion International and for surgeries to those who desperately need help in Ethiopia. Not content with just raising money, she has personally spent time in Ethiopia, Haiti, Mexico, and Addis Ababa serving those in need including people who have been stricken with leprosy.
Damaris has always seen a need to serve outside her community as well. From a young age, Damaris has been raising funds to support the International Justice Mission, World Vision, Compassion International and for surgeries to those who desperately need help in Ethiopia. Not content with just raising money, she has personally spent time in Ethiopia, Haiti, Mexico, and Addis Ababa serving those in need including people who have been stricken with leprosy.
Kyle Wegner, HS Senior
Cascade Christian High School, Medford OR
(January 2019) The Silent Servant Student Award is an award given to students who selflessly serve in their local community. Kyle Wegener exemplifies what this award is all about. A student at Cascade Christian High School located in Medford, Oregon, Kyle has dedicated himself not only to academics, but to giving his time to helping others in his community. This amazing student on average, gives ten hours of time each month to many different people. As an example, Kyle has served as a counselor at a family camp for students with disabilities; he has been a “buddy” to students with disabilities through his church, and serves as a representative on the disabilities committee. Kyle Wegner is a volunteer instructor of Tae Kwon Do to children between the ages of five and fourteen. Using these same skills, Kyle showcases his martial art skills for the Kick-a-thon for both the American Cancer Society and the Salvation Army, the Kennedy Elementary Girl Scouts cultural fair, and during the half-time show at the Central High wheelchair basketball game. The impact Kyle has made in the lives of the disabled is incalculable. He is impacting the lives of his peers and teachers alike!
Selah Luben, HS Senior
Horizon Christian High School, Tualatin, OR
(Spring 2018) The PRM Foundation is proud to introduce the first school partnership and subsequent recipient of the Silent Servant Student Award (SSSA). Horizon Christian High School, located in Tualatin, Oregon knew senior Selah Luben stood out for her continual volunteer work within their school and previous mission trips to stop child trafficking. However, they recognized she was a perfect candidate for the SSSA for her exemplary character and servants heart through her service within her community, performing much of her work under the radar. Selah received the SSSA for her active service as an assistant volleyball coach, leadership in Wilsonville Young Life, and her mentorship to young teenage girls in her church.