Kathleen Cody named new Healthy Beginnings executive director
High Desert Education Service District and the Healthy Beginnings board of directors announced this week that Kathleen Cody has accepted the…
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of C.O. seeks volunteer mentors, hosts meetings
Each January, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon celebrates National Mentoring Month: a time to celebrate those who mentored us when we…
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Friends of the Children C.O. mentoring program kicks off fundraising to acquire ranch
Friends of the Children Central Oregon announced Thursday the kickoff of its capital campaign for The Ranch – a Sanctuary for Friends. The campaign…
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Assistance League of Bend handing out gloves, hats to kids
The Assistance League of Bend, a 21 Cares for Kids partner, has shifted its Operation School Bell program to provide clothing to children in need has…
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‘Comedy for Kids’ Sake’ moves online; auction bidding deadline at hand
The 23rd annual Comedy for Kids’ Sake benefit for 21 Cares for Kids partner Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon is happening – where else -…
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Ben & Jerry’s scoops up a Big Brothers Big Sisters of C.O. fundraiser
Until 8 p.m. Tuesday, the Ben & Jerry’s in the Old Mill is giving a portion of its proceeds to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon, a “21…
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Assistance League of Bend’s ‘Operation School Bell’ adjusts to the times
The Assistance League of Bend, a “21 Cares for Kids” partner, is holding its annual Operation School Bell program to help outfit Central Oregon kids…
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United Way of Central Oregon kicks off annual fundraising campaign
United Way of Central Oregon officially kicked off its annual community fundraising campaign on Thursday.…
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Friends of the Children ‘Friendraiser’ begins Thursday
Friends of the Children Central Oregon begin their annual “Friendraiser” event Thursday. This year’s event will be virtual and include a special…
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There’s still time to buy a Great Drake Park Duck Race ticket
The Great Drake Park Duck Race is still taking place this Sunday.…
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United Way of C.O. provides $100K to help fund school-aged child care initiative
As part of its COVID-19 Recovery & Resilience efforts, United Way of Central Oregon is directing $100,000 to help alleviate the pressure felt by many…
Continue Reading United Way of C.O. awards $160K to 26 nonprofits for COVID-19 relief
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – United Way of Central Oregon has awarded $160,000 from its COVID-19 Recovery & Resilience Fund to 26 local and regional…
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Bend Macy’s donates 150 dresses to Cinderella’s Closet
The Bend Macy’s and the Assistance League of Bend, a 21 Cares for Kids partner, teamed up Saturday to make some prom dreams come true, as the store…
Continue Reading United Way of Deschutes County’s new name: United Way of Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — What’s in a name? For our local United Way, the answer is: a lot. The nonprofit, a “21 Cares for Kids” partner, recently changed…
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100% graduation for C.O. HS seniors taking part in Big Brothers Big Sisters
All high school seniors participating in Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon are graduating this year. Some of these graduates have overcome…
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C.O. HS seniors with Big Brother or Big Sister all graduating on time
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This year, 100% of the high school seniors in Central Oregon with a Big Brother or Big Sister are graduating from high…
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United Way hiring for new role: TRACEs movement director
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Recruitment has opened for the position of TRACEs director. TRACEs is a region-wide partnership in Central Oregon tackling the…
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United Way aids three more C.O. nonprofits for COVID-19 emergency response
Our local United Way in Central Oregon has funded three more agencies that are providing essential services and meeting emergency needs for members…
Continue Reading United Way of Deschutes County awards grants for COVID-19 response
On Tuesday, United Way of Deschutes County, a 21 Cares for Kids partner, said it’s given $97,000 to nonprofit agencies helping out people hardest hit…
Continue Reading United Way awards $28K in grants from COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — In this time of crisis, our United Way in Central Oregon continues to demonstrate its leadership in rapid fundraising and quick…
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