Building Unity Community Resource Fair for Local Family Resilience
Jan
11
3:00 PM15:00

Building Unity Community Resource Fair for Local Family Resilience

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Families, friends, and neighbors: Join United Way of Lane County, ESCUDO Latino, The Arc, CALC, and more local community organizations to learn more about safe, accessible resources - provided by local community organizations - for supporting Lane County families, including emergency preparedness, health, early childhood education, and immigration rights. Spanish interpreters will be provided.

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Days of Caring Volunteer Social
Sep
28
3:00 PM15:00

Days of Caring Volunteer Social

Connect with other local volunteers at United Way's

Days of Caring Volunteer Social

Saturday, September 28 | 3 - 5 p.m. | Gratitude Brewing - 540 E 8th Ave, Eugene

Join us after projects wrap up on Saturday, September 28 from 3-5 p.m. at Gratitude Brewing to connect with volunteers and learn more about the impact of your service! Volunteers, nonprofit staff, and family are welcome to join for a casual reception to learn about the collective impact of serving the community together.

Appetizers and beverages provided, no host bar. Interested? RSVP today!

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Legislative Breakfast
Oct
26
8:30 AM08:30

Legislative Breakfast

Annual Legislative Breakfast

Wednesday, October 26, 2022

The Legislative Breakfast is a chance for nonprofit leaders in our community to hear from State Senators and Representatives about their legislative priorities, ask questions, and speak to priority issues for your organization and the nonprofit sector in Lane County. 

This year’s panelists include Representatives John Lively, Julie Fahey, Nancy Nathanson, and Marty Wilde.

This event is part of United Way of Lane County’s Human Service Forum. The goal of the Human Service Forum is to convene local nonprofit organizations and explore the issues that affect them, their clients, and all Lane County’s residents, in hopes of coordinating efforts and creating greater community impact. If you are interested in learning about the Human Service Forum and future events, please contact us at edale@unitedwaylane.org.

Please note that this event is by invitation only; if you are a member of the Human Service Forum, you should have received an emailed invitation on 10/10.

This is part of United Way’s work supporting and building the capacity of Lane County nonprofits. Your gift to United Way’s General Fund makes events like this possible.

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2022 Community Breakfast
Oct
5
7:30 AM07:30

2022 Community Breakfast

You're invited to join United Way of Lane County for our

Annual Community Breakfast

Wednesday, October 5, 2022, 7:30 - 9:15 a.m.
Venue 252 | 252 Lawrence St, Eugene

If you have registered for this event, details for both in-person and virtual attendance can be found in your inbox now - search “marketing@unitedwaylane.org” if you’re having trouble finding it.

Our annual Community Breakfast is a chance to hear about inspiring work happening locally to help kids succeed while connecting with fellow advocates and volunteers! This year, hear from Angela Williams, United Way Worldwide’s President and CEO and learn about new programs and investments helping kids across Lane County thrive.


This year, we’ll offer both in-person and virtual options for attending! Ticket Prices:

In-person: $20

Virtual: $10

Full Table (8 seats) $160

We look forward to seeing you there! With questions, contact marketing@unitedwaylane.org.

Thanks to our sponsors for their support of this event:

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Days of Caring
Sep
22
to Sep 24

Days of Caring

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Each year, United Way of Lane County mobilizes hundreds of people across Lane County to volunteer with local nonprofits. This year, Days of Caring will happen Thursday, Sept. 22 through Saturday, Sept. 24. Organizations benefit from hard-working volunteers, and volunteers get to enjoy coming together to make a tangible impact in their community! 

Important Dates For Nonprofits

Project registration opens: July 11

Project registration closes: July 29

Important Dates For Volunteers

View previews of available projects: August 1-2

Volunteer registration opens: August 3

Volunteer registration closes: September 2

More details coming soon.

Thanks to our 2022-23 Sponsors for their support of this event:

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Night Out with the Eugene Emeralds
Jul
2
5:00 PM17:00

Night Out with the Eugene Emeralds

A Night Out with the Eugene Emeralds

Saturday, July 2, 2022, 5:00 p.m.
PK Park | 2800 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Eugene

You’re invited to United Way of Lane County’s Night Out with the Eugene Emeralds! Join us on Saturday, July 2 at 5:00 p.m. at PK Park in Eugene for family fun at the ballpark. The theme for the night is “Merry Pranksters,” so come prepared for an evening of mischief and togetherness. Tickets start at $10, and accessible seating options are available. We look forward to seeing you there!

THANKS TO OUR 2022-23 TITLE SPONSOR FOR THEIR SUPPORT OF THIS EVENT:

McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center Logo

ADDITIONAL THANKS TO OUR 2022-23 ANNUAL SPONSORS:

Columbia Bank Logo
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Racial Justice Fund Drop-In Listening Sessions
May
25
11:00 AM11:00

Racial Justice Fund Drop-In Listening Sessions

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Join the Racial Justice Fund Advisory Council for drop-in style listening sessions on Wednesday, May 25. By sharing your hopes and ideas about addressing racial injustice, you can help shape how funds will be invested locally. This event is exclusively for people of color living in Lane County.

The Advisory Council is hoping to hear about which racial justice challenges seem most pressing from your perspective, what outcomes you hope to see from this fund, and what organizations and initiatives should be considered for funding.

United Way staff and Advisory Council members will be onsite at the United Way offices from 11 – 2 p.m. and 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. for folks to drop-in and share feedback about their hopes and ideas.

Light refreshments will be provided. The conversations will take place outdoors and distanced; masks are required.

RSVP here (en Español aquí) or by emailing racialjustice@unitedwaylane.org or calling 541-357-5713.

Want to invest in the Racial Justice Fund?

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Racial Justice Fund Listening Session - March 30, 2022
Mar
30
11:30 AM11:30

Racial Justice Fund Listening Session - March 30, 2022

Over the next few months, the Racial Justice Fund Advisory Council will host a series of listening sessions and one-to-one conversations with communities of color to learn which community challenges are most pressing, what outcomes you hope to see from this fund, and what people, organizations, and initiatives should be considered for funding.

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Racial Justice Fund Listening Session - March 15, 2022
Mar
15
5:30 PM17:30

Racial Justice Fund Listening Session - March 15, 2022

Over the next few months, the Racial Justice Fund Advisory Council will host a series of listening sessions and one-to-one conversations with communities of color to learn which community challenges are most pressing, what outcomes you hope to see from this fund, and what people, organizations, and initiatives should be considered for funding.

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Oct
28
10:30 AM10:30

Public Event: Using Your Voice for Racial Justice with Ruby Bridges

As part of our 75th anniversary celebrations, you’re invited to a public event with civil rights advocate Ruby Bridges-Hall about racial justice and how you can advance equity and inclusion here in Lane County. Join us for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, learn how you can inform and support the Racial Justice Fund, and discuss how, together, we can advance racial justice throughout Lane County.

Learn more and purchase tickets today.

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Student Event: Using Your Voice for Racial Justice with Ruby Bridges
Oct
28
10:00 AM10:00

Student Event: Using Your Voice for Racial Justice with Ruby Bridges

Middle and High School classes across Lane County are invited to a private, student-led conversation with Ruby Bridges this month, hosted by United Way of Lane County and in partnership with Lane ESD, Bethel School District, Eugene 4j School District, Springfield School District, the Early Learning Alliance, and Doug Carnine.

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75th Anniversary Kickoff in the Park
Aug
5
4:00 PM16:00

75th Anniversary Kickoff in the Park

Join us for this free, family-friendly anniversary kickoff event:

Get the inside "scoop" (literally, with ice cream!) on exciting new investments and nationally- acclaimed speakers we're bringing to Lane County, connect with colleagues and friends, and learn how you can continue to cultivate just, resilient communities in Lane County.

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