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 […]

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.

The Behavioral Health Resource Network (BHRN) of Lane County operates a statewide hotline for 24/7 access to substance use treatment, harm reduction, and recovery (800-422-2595). BHRN is a group os service organizations collaborating to offer a single point of access for people who have ever used drugs. 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 […]

The Springfield-Eugene Tenant Association (SETA) is a non-profit organization serving renters’ rights and interests by assisting, educating, and empowering tenants in the Lane County area. SETA knows that housing rights are human rights and that affordable and accessible housing are the foundation of any strong community. The following activities advance renters rights and protections: Serve […]

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 […]

Please click on each Pow Wow for more information. First time attending?  See HERE for appropriate Pow Wow etiquette.   Annual Nesika Illahee Pow Wow 2024 August 9-11, 2024 - Siletz, Oregon   The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Contest Pow Wow 2024 August 16-18, 2024 - Grand Ronde, Oregon      

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.