Oregon Wine Experience® is Oregon’s top destination wine and culinary event benefiting Children’s Miracle Network and Asante Foundation. Located in historic Jacksonville, Oregon, people from around the world travel each summer to this signature event. Hundreds of wineries come together to present the full breadth and depth of Oregon’s unrivaled wines, and chefs curate their fine culinary offerings, for attendees to savor and create memorable experiences.

In 2019, over 5,100 guests and sponsors helped raise $1.7 million for Asante Foundation and Children’s Miracle Network. 2020 marked the first-ever virtual event, generating $1.1 million from loyal fans who tuned-in and bid virtually. A unique event format in 2021, including smaller-scale physical gatherings and virtual options, will allow attendees to enjoy the event safely, or from the comfort of their homes. Key events, such as the Founders’ Barrel Auction and Grand Tasting, are back with enhancements.

A fresh look and perspective—As we enter a new decade and recognize the community’s hand in the impact and growth of Oregon Wine Experience, a new brand was born. This fresh look is both exhilarating and captivating, celebrating the very best of Oregon and embracing the future of health care in Southern Oregon.

The event’s philanthropic impact expands to new heights—Along with Oregon vines, the charitable impact of Asante Foundation’s signature event continues to grow. Since its inception, Oregon Wine Experience has raised more than $6.6 million, benefiting the Asante Children’s Miracle Network program and other health care programs at Asante.

Guests and sponsors have the opportunity to be a part of something transformative this year—AsanteForward—which includes building a new children’s hospital—AsanteForward is the community’s most ambitious philanthropic effort. With a goal of at least $50 million, this campaign will transform health care for our region. Key campaign components include:

• The new Heimann Cancer Center in Medford and expansion of Spears Cancer Center in Grants Pass
• A new Patient Pavilion to house areas of excellence including: A new children’s hospital-within-a-hospital, Cardiac care, Critical care, Advanced surgical services
• Mental health, including a new Behavioral Health Unit
• Asante Three Rivers Medical Center Emergency Department expansion

Oregon Wine Experience is vital to this campaign—Over the next several years, community support through Oregon Wine Experience will help generate $15 million to create the new children’s hospital-within-a-hospital. This modern, family-centered care environment will improve medical outcomes and personal experiences. Oregon Wine Experience guests will make a once-in-a-generation impact on the lives of babies, children and families from across the region.

Mark your calendars and get involved!—This year, live events will take place on the Bigham Knoll Campus in addition to some virtual events, August 23-29, 2021. There are many ways to be involved or contribute to Oregon Wine Experience. Visit www.theoregonwineexperience.com to learn more or contact the team at 541-789-5025.