In Lane County and across the nation, youth are facing a mental health crisis. Luckily, there’s something we can do about it. Join us to learn about local efforts to support youth mental health!
Join us for a day of learning and connection to support the health and well-being of children and youth.
As we close out 2023, we’re excited to gather with you – our partners and supporters – to reflect on successes from the 2022-23 year, hear stories of impact, and share what’s ahead for 2024.
Volunteer with United Way and local nonprofits at
Days of Caring
Thursday, September 21 - Saturday, September 23
Each year, United Way mobilizes hundreds of volunteers across Lane County to volunteer with local nonprofits. Organizations benefit from hard-working volunteers, and volunteers get to enjoy coming together to make a tangible impact in their community!
Project registration opens: Monday July 10, 2023
Project registration closes: Friday August 4, 2023
Volunteer projects viewable: August 8-13
Volunteer registration opens: August 14, 2023
T-shirt order deadline: September 3, 2023
Volunteer registration closes: September 10, 2023
Our Annual Community Breakfast is a chance to connect with local advocates, volunteers, and donors committed to kids’ success.
Join us to learn about the challenges keeping kids from reading proficiently, some of the amazing work happening to support Springfield students, and how you can support literacy efforts for young readers.
Join us to learn about the challenges keeping kids from reading proficiently, some of the amazing work happening to support Creswell and Cottage Grove students, and how you can support literacy efforts for South Lane County readers.
Register today and join United Way to learn about the challenges keeping kids from reading proficiently, meet some of the amazing programs supporting 4J and Bethel students, and learn how you can support literacy efforts for Eugene & Bethel readers.
Register today and join United Way to learn about the challenges keeping kids from reading proficiently, meet some of the amazing work happening in to support Florence and Mapleton students, and learn how you can support literacy efforts for West Lane County readers.
You're invited to attend our 2022 Annual Meeting! Please join us as we reflect back on the past year, present some of our most meaningful accomplishments, and share a preview of the exciting work in store for 2023.
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.
Hear from local nonprofits who are working to “prove and improve” their impact! Hosted by Dialogues in Action and supported by United Way of Lane County.
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.
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.
Join United Way of Lane County for this free community event celebrating the new Racial Justice Fund, the work of the fund’s Advisory Council, and featuring local arts and food.
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!
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.
Save the date – Laura van Dernoot Lipsky will be presenting a free training, Transforming Trauma, on April 4! Join us at 10:30 a.m. over Zoom for this training and discussion on practical tools to help us sustain, individually and collectively, in the face of trauma, secondary trauma and overwhelm.
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.
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.
United Way is hosting a 4-part training series for rural organizations in Lane County, with the purpose of equipping communities to be better prepared for natural disasters.
As part of our 75th anniversary celebrations, join us for a virtual conversation with Lane County students and Olympic medalist Jackie Joyner-Kersee on youth success and ways to support students in Lane County.
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.
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.
Each year, United Way of Lane County hosts our Day of Caring, mobilizing hundreds of people across Lane County to volunteer with local nonprofits. Join us for this three-day event supporting Lane County communities!
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.
(Zoom link found in event details) Join us for this free, interactive workshop about the importance of implementing trauma-informed facilitation in your work. This is a two-part training, June 7 & 21, 9:00 – 11:00am, led by the Trauma Healing Project
Join us for another virtual happy hour! We have some fun virtual activities planned. Come have some fun and meet other young philanthropists! This event is open to professionals 40 years and younger living in Lane County.
How home visitors can help families navigate uncertain times while minimizing stress and avoiding burnout with Dr. Tina Payne Bryson, Ph.D.
You may have seen “OK Boomer” memes or think of particular characteristics when you hear “Millennial,” “Gen X,” or “Gen Z.” But how often do we stop and ask ourselves why we think that way and whether it’s holding us back? In this interactive session, participants will learn what’s at stake when we allow cross-generational misconceptions to affect.
