United We Serve

The President has said that the challenges America faces are unprecedented, and that we need to build a new foundation for economic growth in America. The Administration has begun this work with dramatic new investments in education, health care, and clean energy, but this work cannot be done alone in Washington. Economic recovery is as much about what we are doing in our communities, as what is taking place in Washington – and it’s going to take all of us, working together.

President Obama is calling on all of us – young and old, from every background, all across this country – to participate in our nation’s recovery and renewal by serving in our communities. United We Serve engages Americans from coast to coast in addressing community needs in education, health, energy and the environment, community renewal, and safety and security. 

Locally we’re challenging everyone in Marion, Polk, and Yamhill Counties to give four hours of their time this summer.  While the individual commitment might not be overwhelming, collectively this effort would result in over $31 million of investment into our communities and our agencies.  Here are some ways to locally engage in the areas of education, health, energy and the environment, and community renewal. 

Education 

Health

Energy and the Environment

Community Renewal

Start Your Own Project

Below are ideas for starting your own volunteer project or volunteering from home.  Copy these project recipes exactly, or use them for inspiration - the important thing is to take action! 
Create a Signature Quilt Quilt.pdf
Create Decorative Pillow Cases for Donation Pillow_Cases.pdf
“Magic” Reading Carpets Magic_Carpets.pdf
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Service To Go

An innovative and fun approach to community service – right from your home! Click here to get started

Programs

• Days of Caring
• Service To Go
• Summer Project Calendar
• United We Serve