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Volunteers Contribute to 60 Service Projects in Honor of Dr. King

Monday, Jan. 27, 2020

From stocking food pantries for families in need to sprucing up vital community spaces including local schools and parks, this year more than 1,200 volunteers gave their time on over 60 projects in honor of Dr. King’s legacy.

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Donor Spotlight: Barbara and Bette

Wednesday, Jul. 10, 2019

Barbara Marmon and Bette Ederer are focused on creating opportunities for kids and families well into the future.

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Serving Our Community: Looking Back on Washington County Volunteer Projects

Friday, Apr. 19, 2019

With over 250 volunteer opportunities this year alone, Washington County is playing a major role in serving our community through dedicated volunteer work.

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A Farewell to Mindy Coolidge, Program Director of Hands on Greater Portland

Tuesday, Mar. 12, 2019

After over 15 years, United Way is saying good-bye to Hands On Greater Portland Program Director Mindy Coolidge.

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Volunteer Spotlight: Camille Bell

Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2019

Days after MLK Weekend of Service 2019 has come to an end, Dr. King's message of giving back has still remained at the forefront of our community.

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Volunteers Contribute 4,400 Hours of Service in Honor of Dr. King

Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2019

The on-and-off again rainy weather didn’t dampen turnout for United Way's 12th Annual MLK Weekend of Service. This year saw the highest number of opportunities to give back, with volunteers lending a hand at 73 nonprofit projects across the Portland metro region.

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Volunteers Knit Handmade Goods for Families in Need

Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2018

As temperatures drop, we see hats, scarves and sweaters pulled from the depths of our closets, ready to brave the cold months ahead.

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Give, Unite, Inspire - Reflections from Stand Together Week

Wednesday, Jun. 20, 2018

Volunteer Leaders share their reflections on the 7th Annual Stand Together Week, a week of service with over 30 projects across our region.

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Volunteering Fuels My Passion for Books

Monday, Apr. 23, 2018

Longtime Volunteer Leader, Earl Dizon, shares how volunteering connects him to Portland and the broader community.

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Volunteer Spotlight: Larry Kotan

Tuesday, Apr. 10, 2018

April is National Volunteer Month! Hands On Greater Portland, United Way's volunteer program, is lucky to claim the support of thousands of dedicated local volunteers. We sat down with longtime volunteer leader Larry Kotan to hear about what motivates him to give back.

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Over 1,500 Local Volunteers Join Forces During MLK Weekend of Service

Thursday, Jan. 18, 2018

“At a time when people are feeling fractured and divided, volunteerism is the great connector,” said United Way President and CEO Keith Thomajan.

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Volunteers Brave Historic Winter Weather During MLK Weekend of Service

Monday, Jan. 23, 2017

The weather didn’t make it easy. Roads were packed with ice, the temperatures frigid. But over 600 volunteers still found a way to give back during United Way’s 10th annual MLK Weekend of Service.

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Children's Book Bank: A Mission Fueled by Volunteers

Sunday, Jan. 8, 2017

“That every book is treated with such love and care and intention sends a message to families who are receiving the books that you are valued, you are loved, you are a part of our community.”

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Volunteer Spotlight: Jalaja Uppili

Thursday, Jan. 5, 2017

“You feel like you are helping carry on the legacy [toward] equality. If you help others, they’re going to be helpful to somebody else. You build community that way.”

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Local Community Crushes National Volunteer Month

Tuesday, May. 10, 2016

April was National Volunteer Month, and it was more evident than ever that the Portland region is powered by a strong spirit of generosity. Individuals, businesses and nonprofits came together to make some truly magical stuff happen in our communities.

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