OR: Philanthropy
After Devastating Eastern OR Hailstorm, Neighbors Lend Support
After a devastating hailstorm in eastern Oregon, community members are lending each other a helping hand. In mid-August, a severe storm dropped …
OR Credit Unions Raise Relief Dollars for Ukraine
Ukrainians continue to suffer in their country from the Russian invasion - and in Oregon, credit unions have banded together to send aid to the …
Scammers Taking Advantage of Efforts to Support Ukraine
Many people are looking for ways to help Ukrainians affected by war. However, they should be on the lookout for scams. Lynn Heider - vice president …
Giving Circles Provide Way for Women to Engage in Philanthropy
Philanthropy groups are pointing out a big gap in donations toward groups focused on women's and girls' issues during Women's History Month this year…
Grants Program Funds Projects with 'Immediate Impact' on Communities
PORTLAND, Ore. -- Applications are open for AARP's Community Challenge grant program. The program provides funds for projects that can be produced …
Bill Would Give Oregonians "Right to Repair" Electronics
SALEM, Ore. - Advocates for the "right to repair" electronics say a bill in the Oregon Legislature could help families during the pandemic. House …
Credit Union Leads Efforts on Southern OR Wildfire Relief
MEDFORD, Ore. -- A credit union is leading relief efforts after wildfires devastated Oregon in September. Rogue Credit Union has raised more than $1 …
COVID-19 acelera el Proyecto de OR de Integrar la Atención Oral y la Primaria
Portland, OR - Ya estaba en desarrollo un Proyecto para conectar los departamentos de atención oral y atención primaria en las clí…
Consejos para una salud física y mental, ofrecidos durante la Pandemia
MEDFORD, Ore. -- La crisis del Coronavirus está trastocando la vida de las personas, pero algunos consejos pueden ayudar a que la gente se …
Concejos locales ayudan a darle rumbo a la Atención Médica en Oregon
PORTLAND, Ore. – La gente de Oregon juega un papel activo en darle forma al Plan de Salud de Oregon ("Oregon Health Plan"), el programa …
Ore. Bill Would Increase Tax Credit for Working Families
SALEM, Ore. - Oregon lawmakers want to extend and increase a tax credit for working families. House Bill 3028 would boost the state's Earned Income …
Report Assesses Oregon's Largest Charitable Foundation
PORTLAND, Ore. -- Oregon's largest source of funding for nonprofit groups has built a strong network statewide, according to a new report. The …