As of last Friday, June 14, over 2,400 Lane County K-2 students now have brand new books as they head into summer, thanks to a community-wide book gifting program called BookFest.
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Whether you prefer short, one-time volunteer commitments, or you are more inclined to make a sustained impact over time through an ongoing opportunity, check out this blog to read more about the benefits and challenges of both!
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April is Global Volunteer Month, a time to honor the amazing volunteers that give their time and energy to improve their communities. Whether you’re new to volunteering or looking to return to it, here are five reasons to volunteer this Global Volunteer Month.
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As of last Friday, June 9, over 2,700 K-2 students now have brand new books as they head into summer, thanks to a community-wide book gifting program called BookFest.
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April is Global Volunteer Month, a time to honor the amazing volunteers that give their time and energy to improve their communities. Whether you’re new to volunteering or looking to return to it, here are five reasons to volunteer this Global Volunteer Month.
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We are honored to share with you our 2021-22 Annual Report! It is filled with inspiring stories and powerful data illustrating the impact that we’re making, together, to create opportunities for a better life for all.
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United Way’s annual Days of Caring is coming up — a chance for individuals and companies to serve with Lane County nonprofits alongside hundreds of other volunteers around the county. The benefits of volunteerism are clear—both for our community, and ourselves!
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Much of early elementary education is focused on building a foundation for reading, making third grade a crucial time for students, as they transition from “learning to read” to “reading to learn.” Yet in Lane County, 55% of third graders are not reading at grade level, meaning they are four times less likely to graduate from high school on time.
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Despite being 100% preventable, tooth decay is the most common chronic disease affecting children and teens in the United States. Fortunately in Lane County, community organizations, local businesses, volunteers and schools are coming together to address childhood dental disease by providing kids with dental care kits and educating them on best practices. Learn more about the program and how you can get involved!
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