The Mt. Pisgah Arboretum welcomes volunteers as nature guides, trail stewards, park watch volunteers, and many other roles. Learn more about some of the opportunities HERE. In addition, there are work parties to help the arboretum staff with seasonal maintenance. Tools, gloves, and a parking pass will be provided to 15 volunteers. Please email habitat@mountpisgaharboretum.org if […]

The Oregon Department of Justice is tracking hate and bias crimes and incidents, which are on the rise. Bias crimes and incidents can be verbal, physical, or visual. Examples could include: Name calling; using a racial, ethnic, or other slur to identify someone; or using degrading language. Creating racist or derogatory graffiti or images/drawings. Imitating someone with […]

The Eugene Police Department now has online reporting options in seven languages, so that residents can notify police from computers or phones about non-emergency events such as thefts, scams, forgery, and vandalism. There is also an anonymous tip line. More information HERE.

United Way's Emerging Leaders are young professionals 40 years of age or younger who are community leaders and philanthropists. As a group, they participate in volunteer activities, educational forums, professional development, social events and other activities. To learn more about volunteering, contact United Way of Lane County. 

SMART Reading is a statewide children’s literacy nonprofit organization committed to providing individualized reading time and access to books. SMART needs more community volunteers. For a list of school sites and duties click HERE. Volunteers are needed to pair with a child or classroom as readers an hour a week, and to help SMART oversee […]

The Willamette Resources and Educational Network (WREN) seeks volunteers to be on the board of directors, assist with educating youth on field trips, and to assist with fundraising and grant-writing. If you are interested in volunteering with WREN, please fill out the Volunteer Form HERE. WREN's mission is to educate and promote land stewardship through programs […]

Salem's chapter of the Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) holds a monthly education and support group meeting on the third Saturday of each month at 1:00 pm at the First Congregational Church, 700 Marion Street N, Salem, Oregon. Founded in 1973, PFLAG is the first and largest organization dedicated to supporting, educating, and advocating […]

Mt. Pisgah Arboretum invites volunteers, age 12 and older, to help clean up the recent ice storm damage. If you are interested in volunteering, complete THIS FORM.

Oregon's Electric Vehicle Rebate Program is reopening; see Applications and participating dealerships. More information is HERE.

Sexual Assault Support Services of Lane County announces the launch of an anonymous Crisis and Support Chatline which is available for community members and survivors of sexual violence. Advocates are trained to provide emotional support, information, and resources in English, Spanish, and other languages through translation technology. The online text service is open Wednesdays and Fridays from […]

The Eugene Public Libraries have many hands-on activities for kids and tweens, such as games, reading and writing clubs, origami and other crafts, coloring, and mask-making. More information HERE.

The Oregon Supported Living Program serves and empowers adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Eugene and Springfield, by supporting independent living. The nonprofit also offers arts workshops, volunteer opportunities, and employment assistance.  More information HERE.

Well Mama is a nonprofit providing resources, peer support, counseling, education, and wellness services to persons experiencing mental health struggles related to parenthood. Well Mama offers education for parents and professionals, raises community awareness about paternal mental health, and promotes effective policies and treatment. Information on volunteering HERE. Information on services HERE.

Carry It Forward is a nonprofit serving and advocating with persons who are unsheltered or unhoused in Lane County. The organization seeks to improve conditions for those without housing by increasing access to social and economic resources. Activities include outreach, urgent response, and emergency sheltering. In addition, donated used RV's are provided to those without shelter. […]

In the event of weather conditions listed below, City of Eugene staff will NOT post removal notices on unsanctioned unhoused persons or communities, nor remove sites previously posted, during that weather event. When the National Weather Service issues a formal heat advisory of temperatures exceeding 100 degrees Fahrenheit for two or more days in a […]

United Way of Lane County offers many events where volunteers can help out nonprofits in the community, including environmental, gardening, housing, mental health, nutrition, and pet adoption agencies. Groups of volunteers are involved with restoring facilities, organizing supplies, planting trees, and building trails. Volunteer events HERE. Volunteer registration HERE.

The City of Eugene is soliciting public comment regarding communication methods, community engagement, and proposed projects. The ten-minute anonymous survey has 3 sets of questions and can be accessed here.

Every US household is again eligible for four free at-home Covid tests from USPS.com. There are no shipping charges. Order HERE.

Every month offers a chance to celebrate Eugene’s vibrant art scene at the First Friday Art Walk, presented by Lane Arts Council. The self-guided tours begin at the Farmers Market Pavilion on 8th Avenue, where there are gallery guides and an Artist Marketplace. Each First Friday Art Walk is from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm […]

HIV Alliance is hosting events in several Oregon cities to commemorate World AIDS Day, which has since 1988 been an annual occasion to honor the work to end the HIV pandemic, celebrate collective successes, and remember those lost to the illness. There will be events in Salem, Eugene, Roseburg, Medford, and Coos Bay, from November 30th […]