What’s Happening?
Events in and around our area.
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Burrito Brigade Volunteering
Burrito Brigade helps to address food insecurity for unhoused, undocumented, unemployed, and impoverished Eugene residents. Volunteers help to stock pantries, and prepare and distribute burritos every Saturday and Sunday at various locations. Sign up to volunteer here.
Blood Donations Needed
There is an ongoing severe blood shortage, and healthy individuals are needed to donate now to help people counting on lifesaving blood. Donating blood is a safe process and people should not hesitate to give - or receive - blood. There are several places accepting blood donations. For more information or to make an appointment […]
The Lavender Network
The Lavender Network, a new nonprofit serving Eugene's queer community, is now open at 440 Maxwell Road. Multiple local organizations collaboratively created the new drop-in center, funded through Trillium. Participating groups include HIV Alliance, Queer Eugene, TransPonder, and Eugene Pride. Services include STI prevention, counseling, substance use recovery and safety, and a gender-affirming clothing closet. […]
OHP housing benefits
People with certain health conditions covered by the Oregon Health Plan may benefit from a new program to help them stay in their homes. The program includes six months of rent payments or utility bills, as well as pest control, grab bars, and ramp installation. Participants may also receive navigation of resources and negotiation with […]
Bikes donated to kids
The nonprofit Free Bikes for Kids provides bicycles to kids most in need, in order to foster a happier childhood. They accept donations of gently used bicycles at Shift Community Cycles on 6th avenue in Eugene on Wednesdays through Saturdays from 11 am to 6 pm. Bikes for children and adults are welcome. Call (541) 728-2453 for more information. […]
Black Cultural Initiative
The Black Cultural Initiative is a collection of programs serving Lane County’s Black population. Services include small business support, financial education, workforce development, food security, promotion of cultural tourism, and referrals to mental and physical health care. More information HERE.
MECCA
Materials Exchange Center for Community Arts, or MECCA, is a nonprofit selling secondhand supplies to create arts and crafts. The purpose of MECCA is to inspire creativity, support education, and reduce waste. The shop on High Street in Eugene has an inventory that changes daily, featuring vintage items and collectibles, local art on consignment, art supplies, […]
Upper Willamette Soil and Water Conservation District Budget Committee
The Upper Willamette Soil and Water Conservation District works with regional partners to protect, restore, and enhance local natural resources through voluntary programs and education. Applications are now being accepted for citizen volunteers to serve on their Budget Committee for three years. Committee members must be registered voters within the District’s boundaries in central and eastern […]
Mobile Services at Senior and Disability Services
Lane County Senior and Disability Services is adding mobile services to better reach rural residents who would like to request assistance with nutrition or other support services. The agency is seeking host sites throughout rural Lane County where they can park the "office on wheels" in 2025. Grocery stores, community centers, granges, and libraries are examples […]
Second Saturday Art Making in Corvallis
The Art Center in Corvallis hosts a free drop-in afternoon of art making from 1 to 4 pm on the second Saturday of each month. All supplies are provided, and all ages and experience levels are welcome. Different themes or techniques are featured each month. More information and instructions HERE.
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Volunteers in Medicine
The local nonprofit "Volunteers in Medicine" operates with the principle that health care is for everyone, no matter the person's language, ethnicity, income level, or background. A team of volunteers offers free medical care for underserved adult residents of Lane County. No insurance is required. Services include primary care, physical therapy, smoking cessation, behavioral health […]
Transportation help for Lane County School families
During the current school year, families in the nine education districts of Lane County can access transportation funds for non-medical trips at their local Family Resource Center. Funds may help with car repairs, tires, bus passes, bike helmets, car seats, and more. Family Resource Centers are in Creswell, Cottage Grove, Crow-Applegate-Lorane, Eugene 4J, Fern Ridge, […]
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LGBTQ success in schools
The Oregon Department of Education implemented a Success Plan in 2021 to address education barriers for learners who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, pansexual, transgender, queer, questioning, Two Spirit, intersex, asexual, and nonbinary. The plan establishes a framework for creating safe, inclusive, and welcoming schools. More information HERE.
Support for substance use loss
GRASP provides assistance and support for individuals who have experienced the loss of someone they care about, as a result of substance use. GRASP meets on the 1st Thursday of each month from 6:30 to 8:30pm at the Unitarian Universalist Church at 1685 West 13th Avenue in Eugene. For more information, call 541-654-7733.
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