At a time when anxieties about food insecurity are high for struggling families, a number of local food programs are getting some unexpected help to meet families’ needs.
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We as United Way of Lane County have historically seen ourselves as a neutral party, rather than taking a firm stance and advocating boldly for those most marginalized in our communites. We’re committing to doing better— and we need you alongside us.
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Like so many of you, we at United Way of Lane County are horrified, angry, and disappointed by what happened to George Floyd in Minneapolis, and to so many of our neighbors, friends, and loved ones who are Black/African American in recent months and throughout our history.
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Details on how the LERN (Lane Emergency Response Network) was created and how it is helping to provide critical resources during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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One of our first responses at the onset of the COVID-19 crisis was to ask ourselves: how could we best support our funded partner agencies in working to improve lives for children and families throughout the county?
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Details of services being funded by grants from our COVID-19 Community Response Fund.
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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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