The Lane Council of Governments Senior and Disability Services Meals Program needs volunteers to portion, pack, and deliver meals to homebound seniors and adults with disabilities in Lane County. • Volunteers are especially needed for sites in downtown Eugene, Springfield, and Creswell. • Volunteers can help whenever they are available. • Call 541-682-1366 for more […]

988 Crisis Assistance Phone Line is available nationwide.  The 988 number is for concerns involving mental health, substance use, and/or suicide. 988 helps people quickly connect with trained crisis counselors at any time, no matter where they live. More information is available here.

How to Avoid the Flu Get the seasonal flu vaccine The best way to prevent the flu is to get vaccinated every year. The flu vaccine is recommended for everyone 6 months of age and older. Check with a medical provider to see which form of the vaccine is right for you. To schedule a […]

The Eugene-Springfield NAACP offers many volunteer and activism opportunities, including health care, community gardening, climate justice, and youth involvement. Contact the NAACP with questions.  Contact Garden/Farm Coordinator Michael Vasquez at 541-708-1050.

To provide a more comfortable experience for persons on the autism spectrum, and their families, the Albany Historical Carousel has a sensory-friendly day once a month. On the first Wednesday of each month from 11 am to 1:30 pm, the carousel slows down, the organ music is turned off, and the lights are dimmed. More […]

The City of Oakridge is offering several volunteer opportunities, including being a member of committees helping City Staff, City Councilors, and citizens to improve life in the town. Citizens serve on committees for the library, parks, planning, police, fire, economic development, and tourism departments. More information is available here Turn in the completed application at City […]

"Ophelia's Place" helps girls enhance their emotional health and manage life's challenges, and offers guidance for parents and teachers. Individual, group, and family therapy is available, as well as after school programs, clubs, and workshops in Eugene, Albany, and Junction City, and virtually. Register for activities HERE.

“Kind Tree” celebrates and supports individuals living with autism and developmental disabilities through arts, recreation, education, and community involvement. Volunteers are the backbone of the art program, the friends and family camp, and the advisory board. There is a Zoom social every Friday afternoon.  

Wetland Wanders are guided walks through the West Eugene Wetlands or other local nature areas, usually on the second Tuesday of every month from 9 am to 11 am. Walks are free and open to the public, sponsored by the Willamette Resources and Educational Network, or WREN. Be sure to check WREN’s website HERE for […]

For more information on how to support BIPOC students, contact Education Coordinator - Lawrence Hunter at 541-484-1119

Easterseals "Connecting Communities" Program has for the last 20 years focused on assistance with obtaining and retaining employment. Our FREE services offer the tools necessary to be able to be successful in your vocational field. We offer free "English as a Second Language" and Computer classes, a work-readiness workshop, job search assistance, and resources to help […]

The nonprofit "Sponsors" offers re-entry opportunities for people with conviction histories, including housing, employment support, and counseling. Sponsors is now seeking community members to volunteer for the events planning and development committees. Bike mechanics are needed to volunteer with the Sponsors Bicycle rental program and to train program participants. Persons with conviction histories are strongly encouraged […]

The Red Cross is experiencing an emergency blood shortage due to the lowest donation levels the organization has seen in 20 years.  People who want to donate blood must be in good health and meet weight and height requirements. People must be 17 or 16 with parental consent and weigh at least 110 pounds. People can be […]

The Hope and Safety Alliance, a nonprofit serving survivors of domestic and sexual violence in Lane County, is seeking donations of personal items and summer clothing and shoes for women and children. To arrange a donation, please call 541-485-8232 or use this online form. Gift cards from grocery stores and local restaurants are always appreciated to […]

Direction Service is a Lane County nonprofit supporting persons with special needs to lead fuller lives. Services are available to persons age 25 or younger and their families. Possible support includes counseling, stress management, skill-building, and resolving educational disputes. Information on accessing services is HERE and on volunteering is HERE.

Next Step Recycling is a nonprofit providing technology skills training to those with barriers to employment. When you donate electronic and technological equipment to Next Step, they repair the items and put them back into use in the community, reducing waste while providing employment opportunities. NextStep also provides refurbished computers and free software to low-income […]

Centro Latino is a multicultural nonprofit offering social services, youth mentors, language education, gardening, and mental health or addiction treatment to Eugene's Latinx communities. Find information HERE on volunteering and HERE on requesting services.

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 […]