ABOUT US

TOC IS A NONPROFIT, NON-RELIGIOUS, ALL-AGES VENUE IN PORTLAND, OREGON

TOC is housed in the beloved Old Church building; a historic landmark in Portland’s West End creative and cultural district. Saved from demolition by community activists and volunteers in 1968, TOC was built in the carpenter gothic style in 1882 and is on the National Register of Historic places.


The devoted staff and supporters of TOC continue to preserve and celebrate the iconic beauty of TOC while presenting diverse performances and events that reflect and enhance the cultural life of our community. Our building's natural acoustics and intimate atmosphere bring artists and audiences together through profoundly shared experiences. 

STAFF

 THE VOLUNTEER BOARD

The Volunteer Board of TOC plays an essential role in governance, fundraising, and strategy. Our board members have varied backgrounds including music, design, architecture, and management. And they’re all passionate about TOC.

RANDY STEED
President


KATHARINE LAWRENCE
Secretary


MARY CULSHAW
Vice-President


JULIE LAUKA

Treasurer

NICHOLE ANGLIN

BRANDI DELFOSSE

JULIANNE JOHNSON WEISS

TROY RULMYR

COLIN SAVOY

SUSAN SCHWARTZ

GRANT THURSTON

EBONY WHITE

RANDY STEED
President


MARY CULSHAW
Vice President


KATHARINE LAWRENCE
Secretary


JULIE LAUKA
Treasurer

NICHOLE ANGLIN

BRANDI DELFOSSE

JULIANNE JOHNSON WEISS

COLIN SAVOY

SUSAN SCHWARTZ

GRANT THURSTON

EBONY WHITE

BRAD WULF

We're all about creating an unparalleled experience of music, art, and strong community. Harassment has no place here for any of our community members: attendees, staff, vendors, artists/crews, volunteers, and other guests. 


What are harassment and bullying?
Harassment includes but is not limited to: stalking, physical assault and/or battery, unwelcome physical conduct such as touching, blocking, staring, making sexual gestures, and making or displaying sexual drawings or photographs, verbal or physical intimidation, and unwelcome verbal conduct, such as slurs, insults, sexual propositions, sexual jokes, and other sexual comments. 


Bullying is conduct that seeks to harm, intimidate, or coerce, examples of which may include, but are not limited to, screaming and verbal or physical threats.


Where to report and/or get help (patron version):
If you witness or experience harassment, please report it to the box office or a staff member wearing a staff badge or t-shirt. If you are unable or choose not to report at the event but would like to follow up afterward, please email our Executive Director at staff@tocportland.org


Where to report and/or get help (contractor/artist version):
If you experience harassment or witness harassment, please report it to the Production Manager, and if they’re unavailable, the Executive Director. If you are unable or choose not to report at the event but would like to follow up afterward, please email our Executive Director at staff@tocportland.org



We're all about creating an unparalleled experience of music, art, and strong community. Harassment has no place here for any of our community members: attendees, staff, vendors, artists/crews, volunteers, and other guests. 


What are harassment and bullying?
Harassment includes but is not limited to: stalking, physical assault and/or battery, unwelcome physical conduct such as touching, blocking, staring, making sexual gestures, and making or displaying sexual drawings or photographs, verbal or physical intimidation, and unwelcome verbal conduct, such as slurs, insults, sexual propositions, sexual jokes, and other sexual comments. 


Bullying is conduct that seeks to harm, intimidate, or coerce, examples of which may include, but are not limited to, screaming and verbal or physical threats.


Where to report and/or get help (patron version):
If you witness or experience harassment, please report it to the box office or a staff member wearing a staff badge or t-shirt. If you are unable or choose not to report at the event but would like to follow up afterward, please email our Executive Director at staff@theoldchurch.org


Where to report and/or get help (contractor/artist version):
If you experience harassment or witness harassment, please report it to the Production Manager, and if they’re unavailable, the Executive Director. If you are unable or choose not to report at the event but would like to follow up afterward, please email our Executive Director at staff@theoldchurch.org



What to expect from our team if someone harasses you or if you harass others:
Our staff take proactive steps to identify and address harmful behavior and take all reports of harassment seriously. When harassment is witnessed by or reported to our staff, we
1) ensure the victim’s safety through connection to friends on-site plus referrals to local resources off-site as needed and
2) swiftly take action to ensure the safety of other community members through direct communication with the aggressor(s). This action with aggressor(s) can range from a verbal warning to eviction and future ban from the venue depending on the severity of the behavior.


Law enforcement may be involved for behavior that is potentially criminal, though it is up to the victim whether they would like to be present or participate in filing an official report with law enforcement.


Harassment is never the fault of the victim. It is our expectation that all community members behave appropriately and with care, but if someone does harass you here, we hope we’ve created an environment where you feel safe and comfortable reporting it.