"Gossamer" Play Explores Issues of Child Welfare

To discuss the future of child welfare needs in Oregon, United Way of the Columbia-Willamette and Oregon Children’s Theatre will bring together experts and advocates at a community forum on Friday, oct. 24.

The forum will follow the 7pm performance of “Gossamer” on Oct. 24 at Winningstad Theatre. Funded by United Way and produced by Oregon Children’s Theatre, “Gossamer” addresses issues of child abuse and involvement in the foster care system.

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United Way Day at Portland Trail Blazers

What do the Portland Trail Blazers, Wells Fargo and United Way have in common?

We’re joining forces to show our support for the community and our favorite team.

3pm on Sunday, October 12 Rose Garden Arena

The Portland Trail Blazers, in partnership with Wells Fargo, will host “United Way Day” at their home game against the Utah Jazz. You won’t want to miss this early chance to see the full Trail Blazers team in action, score some LIVE UNITED gear, and “hoop” it up all for a great cause.

For tickets call 503.797.9600 or www.trailblazers.com

We hope to see you at the game!

United Way, Northwest Health Foundation Partner to Engage Underserved Communities in Health Reform Efforts

Sharing a common goal to increase community engagement and policy advocacy on health care issues, United Way of the Columbia-Willamette and the Northwest Health Foundation (NWHF) announce a funding partnership to support local projects.

NWHF allocated $175,000 for its Access to Healthcare Initiative that focuses on community engagement and policy advocacy. United Way of the Columbia-Willamette contributed an additional $75,000 to the initiative, directing dollars to projects that are most consistent with United Way’s health priorities.

The funding partnership is an example of how regional organizations are coming together to empower grassroots efforts that engage underserved communities in health care reform. Funded projects include public education and media campaigns to improve health care access, as well as efforts to build community support for state legislative proposals focusing on health care reform. read more>>