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Oregon Special Highlights
A sample of our volunteer projects:
CAMPBELL'S LABELS FOR EDUCATION PROJECT: Several clubs and councils partner with local schools to collect, clip and donate labels to the schools so they can purchase classroom materials or equipment.
FOOD FOR LANE COUNTY: Pioneers in Eugene devote time every month to the Food For Lane County Project, which involves packaging, labeling and distributing food for people in need.
FAMILY KITCHEN COOK AND SERVE: Pioneers support a similar project in Bend that feeds disadvantaged citizens through volunteer time and donations.
AMPHITHEATER ACCESSIBILITY: In Bend, Pioneers are working with State Park representatives to upgrade and redesign the Cove Palisades State Park Amphitheater to accommodate differently-abled individuals. The Pioneers' involvement spans from drawing up the plans, providing the detailed work plans and assisting with labor.
CHRISTMAS IN APRIL: This is a nationwide effort to refurbish homes in metro areas for the elderly or differently-abled individuals. In many cases, this project brings homes up to city code so that the individual may continue to live in their home.
REST STOP SUPPORT: This is a weekend commitment to travelers along interstate highways at rest areas offering free coffee and refreshments and a safety break.
SAVE SOAPS AND LOTIONS FOR SALVATION ARMY:Pioneers save and collect the little hotel samples or whatever they can get for donation to the Salvation Army's efforts that are in need of supplies.
PIONEERING IN THE PINES: Pioneers enjoy this fellowship-based camp out full of fun and activities.
OTHER PIONEER EFFORTS INCLUDE: Make and distribute Love Baskets. Provide "55 and Alive" Classes. Maintain and provide medical equipment for those in need. Host Eagle Watch at Round Butte Dam. Clear grounds at Oral Hull School For The Blind. Built wheelchair ramps at observatory. Collect and deliver books to hospitals. Host Air Festival Air Show. Finance and build building for Audubon Society. OMSI Volunteers. Race For The Cure Sponsor. Support the Red Cross. Assist Meals On Wheels. Planted trees on Arbor Day. Provide transportation for seniors to medical appointments. Provide grief counseling to families in need. Make and distribute lap robes for a Veteran's Hospital. Help children with disabilities enjoy some sports activities. Provided material and funds for the construction of a bridge at a camp for handicapped children.
This year's officers:
OR Chapter President
Linda Herbert
14923 S Blue Vista Dr
Oregon City, OR 97045
Phone: (503) 655-3663
Fax: (503) 655-4110
E-mail: dutzi@uswest.net
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