For Immediate Release  
 
Contact: Eric Rogers, eric-rogers@eolahillswinery.com, 503-623-2405  
 
(Rickreall, Oregon) In just 3 months after starting the effort, Eola Hills Wine Cellars has donated $14,000 to Oregon schools. In order to help with Oregon's education funding, Eola Hills established the "Oregon Education Assistance Fund" in March. Consumers, through their purchase of Eola Hills' wine, have made this program a success.  
 
"We want to accomplish two things," said Operations Manager Eric Rogers, "First, raise money for a great cause... Oregon Schools. Second, make a statement, inviting other Oregon wineries and businesses of all kinds to join us in encouraging Oregon consumers to 'Buy Oregon, keep your dollars here in Oregon, for the benefit of all who live here!' What could possibly benefit Oregon more than the education of our children?"  
 
Eola Hills has donated a portion of every case sold through restaurants and retailers in April, May and June 2003 and the effort will continue. "As one of Oregon's largest wine producers, we're excited about the amount of funds we can generate," added Rogers. Funds will be allocated based on sales by region within Oregon. Eola Hills is welcoming matching fund donors and is hosting an August 18th golf tournament at the Willamette Valley Country Club in Canby with the proceeds to benefit the Oregon Education Assistance fund. "We encourage anyone interested to join us for a great event for a great cause on one of Oregon's Premier golf courses". For information on how to participate, go to www.eolahillswinery.com/events.htm#golf.  
 
 
 
Eola Hills Wine Cellars is on highway 99 in Rickreall, just west of Salem. Established in 1987, Eola Hills produces approximately 100,000 gallons of wine a year, and is the sixth largest producer in the state among approximately 200 producers. Eola was recently recognized by Wine & Spirits Magazine as one of the top 20 producers in the nation of "wines of great value." See www.eolahillswinery.com or contact Eric Rogers, eric-rogers@eolahillswinery.com, 503-623-2405.  
 
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