The lack of accessible, affordable child care in Lane County has long plagued families and employers, especially in the wake of the pandemic. Starting this month, the newly created position of Child Care Strategist will tackle this complex issue head-on.
Read MoreOn Wednesday, October 5, over 240 partners, advocates, and community leaders gathered at Venue 252 for United Way of Lane County’s Community Breakfast. This event, the first Community Breakfast since 2019, was an opportunity to hear about United Way’s impact around Lane County and connect with other advocates passionate about kids’ success.
Read MoreThanks to contributions from local donors, four coalitions now have substantial funding to tackle systemic challenges in Lane County, from housing and violence prevention to childcare and food security.
Read MoreOn the eve of another wildfire season, 17 rural community organizations from around Lane County are now more prepared to respond to potential disasters, thanks to a recent four-part training for rural organizations.
Read MoreThe holidays can be an especially challenging time for families trying to make ends meet. Thankfully, with help from community partners, over a thousand Lane County families are receiving a small unexpected gift this week.
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