Assistance League Bend empowers volunteers to make a difference in the community
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — At Assistance League Bend, volunteers don’t just fill roles, they stretch beyond them. “We do. I mean, that’s what you get…
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon honored with national organization’s Pinnacle Award
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon announced Wednesday it has been named a 2025 Pinnacle Award winner for program…
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Making a Difference: Sleep in Heavenly Peace aims to ensure no Central Oregon child sleeps on the floor
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — At KTVZ News, we focus our resources on bolstering the health and well-being of Central Oregon’s youth—through our 21 Cares…
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon’s Bowl for Kids’ Sake goes retro with ’80s theme this year
(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon, a program of J Bar J Youth Services, just announced that its…
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Despite rumors, Sleep in Heavenly Peace Bend Chapter staying open, with a Valentine’s Day bed build planned
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Despite community rumors that the Central Oregon Chapter of Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP) might close, the organization’s…
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Making a Difference: Every Child Central Oregon urges you to give back to local foster children
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — At KTVZ News, we focus our resources on bolstering the health and well-being of Central Oregon’s youth through our 21 Cares…
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YOU’RE INVITED: A night of dinner, dancing, and desserts benefitting Every Child Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening this Thursday, February 5th, a sweet night with a sweet impact! You’re invited to join one of our incredible 21 Cares…
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Making a Difference: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon asks you to step up and become a mentor
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here at KTVZ News, we focus our resources on bolstering the health and well-being of Central Oregon’s youth through our 21 Cares…
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon celebrates National Mentoring Month, calls for new volunteers
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– January is National Mentoring Month, and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon, a program of J Bar J Youth Services, is…
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Making a Difference: Healing Reins reflects on 2025, looks ahead to an exciting 2026
TUMALO, Ore. (KTVZ) — For this month’s ‘Making a Difference’, we’re spotlighting Healing Reins, where lives are transformed through the power of…
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One Class At a Time: Local art organization keeps creativity alive for Redmond elementary students
In Redmond, a community-backed arts effort is stepping up where school budgets fall short. It’s exactly the kind of innovative, student-centered…
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Pay It Forward: Summers flooring doubling down on holiday donations
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– It’s time for Pay It Forward — our program recognizing people who make our community a better place to live. The holiday…
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DCSO joins forces with Sleep in Heavenly Peace to serve a family in need
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is celebrating a special act of kindness that helped a local family in need. During this…
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Assistance League Of Bend hosts annual “Raise A Glass For The Kids” fundraiser
The assistance league of Bend recently held its “Raise A Glass For The Kids” fundraiser in support of Operation School Bell. The goal of this…
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Assistance League of Bend’s ‘Raise a Glass for the Kids’ fundraiser was a community celebration of generosity
(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Assistance League of Bend says it’s thrilled to announce the success of its recent fundraising event,…
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon asks you to consider giving the valuable gift of mentorship this holiday season
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – This holiday season, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon, a program of J Bar J Youth Services, encourages the community…
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Making a Difference: Central Oregon’s Bethlehem Inn transforms lives through shelter, help, and hope
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — At KTVZ News, we focus our resources on bolstering the health and well-being of Central Oregon’s youth through our…
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Assistance League of Bend partners with Every Child Central Oregon to provide clothing bundles to foster children
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Assistance League of Bend® is proud to partner with Every Child Central Oregon to provide Emergency Clothing Bundles to…
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Assistance League of Bend to provide free knitted hats, other items at 26th annual Heaven Can Wait 5K walk/run
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Since 2014, Assistance League of Bend has been a vendor at the annual Heaven Can Wait 5K walk/run. This event draws hundreds…
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Making a Difference: Assistance League of Bend supports both children and adults in Deschutes County
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here at KTVZ News, we focus our resources on bolstering the health and well-being of Central Oregon’s youth through our 21 Cares…
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