Social Capital Assessment Place and A Social Institution Kathie Moss Linda Reed

Social Capital Assessment of a Place Marshall High School Football Field

Social Capital Assessment of A Public Space Marshall high school football field Dale Everett memorial field Home of the minute men Built in 1959 Field naming ceremony about four years ago

General Information Located in SE Portland Accessible by foot, car and public transportation Middle to low income families Seating for 1,830 people

Social Rules and Structure Social rules are implied, not posted Kids meet and gather on sidewalk, in front of bleachers Bleachers not covered, open to elements Snack bar should be open

Social Capital Assessment of A Social Institution Bergfreunde Ski Club

Mission The main objective of any regular Bergfreunde ski club sponsored activity shall be the enjoyment of the activity participants within a safe and socially congenial environment. Guidelines section1.2.A

History First meeting in November 1966 Non-profit 501(c ) (7) in January 1970 One of largest ski clubs in US Add summer activities in late 70’s Close to 3000 members by end of 1980’s

Board of Directors Thirteen member board of directors Bylaws and guidelines Monthly meetings

General Operation “We are an all volunteer club” General meeting first Wednesday of each month All activities offered at cost Annual membership fee of $65.00

Types of Activities Skiing: downhill and X-country Hiking and backpacking Cruises and camping Dances and parties Movies and Pinochle And yes, Thursday night bowling

Membership

Community Involvement Oregon Special Olympics The Bite Good Neighbor Days Oregon coast beach cleanup Portland Rose Festival

Special Olympics Club’s official philanthropy program Winter games at Mt. Bachelor Casino night and auction fundraisers $250,000 raised in last 15 years Donations of clothing and equipment