The first round of grants from our Community Response Fund have been awarded and will support 27 Lane County nonprofits specifically helping support their COVID-19 response efforts.
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An overview of the two new funding opportunities made available to nonprofits and small businesses through the federal CARES act.
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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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This fall, hundreds of kindergarteners started school with crucial skills needed to be successful in their early years, thanks to Oregon Social Learning Center's program, KITS. With the help of United Way of Lane County, KITS has expanded to serve 11 of the county’s 13 school districts. Read the full story on how KITS is closing the achievement gap for kids furthest from opportunity.
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United Way just received “Pacesetter Honors,” a national recognition for our work improving early school success for kids in Lane County. Learn more the recognition and our work with the national Campaign for Grade Level Reading.
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We’re excited to announce our new investments for the 2019-21 grant cycle! Learn more about which initiatives and programs we’re supporting, and how this new strategic process will do more for Lane County kids.
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In our community, 53% of students aren’t hitting crucial 3rd grade reading benchmarks, putting them at risk for future academic struggle. BookFest is one way United Way is engaging partners to boost literacy and get more books in the kids of Lane County kids. Join BookFest this April and help turn the page on reading proficiency for K-2 kids!
Read MoreIf you’ve attended an event or seen us out in the community lately, you’ve likely heard us talking about how excited we are to be working collectively. But what exactly is Collective Impact and why are we so excited about it?
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