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Oregon Civic Engagement Conference

October 1-3, 2009

Connecting the Dots.....Linking Ideas with Action

Innovative Resources in Nonprofit Leadership, Volunteer Management, Engagement of Diverse Communities and Service Learning.

Call for Presenters - DEADLINE July 18, 2009

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Visit www.Serve.gov to:

  • Search for Volunteer Opportunities in your zip code
  • View helpful toolkits on how to coordinate a service project or event
  • Share your story of volunteerism with the Nation
  • Read President Obama's Call to Service

First Lady Michelle Obama Issues Call to Service to Nation's Volunteer Leaders
Speaking to a record-breaking 5,000 attendees, First Lady Michelle Obama called on all Americans to participate in our nation's renewal and recovery in a keynote address at the opening session of the National Conference on Volunteering and Service at the Moscone Center in San Francisco, CA
June 22, 2009

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2009 Governor's Volunteer Awards


October 2, 2009


* Registration for the Civic Engagement Conference includes attendance at the Governor's Volunteer Awards!

The 2009 Governor's Volunteer Awards recognize individuals and organizations for their dedication, commitment and determination in promoting and supporting volunteerism throughout Oregon. This recognition inspires others to make a positive difference and strengthen Oregon Communities. 

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Latest AmeriCorps News:

Out of His Comfort Zone
Jon Guss, an Oregon State Service Corps member at the Coos Historical & Maritime Museum will be heading to Slovakia next.
April 16, 2009

Astoria trio leads the way with timely anti-drinking message
AmeriCorps HOPE member Meghan Halverson coordinates an opportunity for students to say what's on their minds.
March 29, 2009

AmeriCorps member, 23, helps start music, writing clubs in Banks, OR
Gabe Gartner, a member of the Partnerships for Student Achievement (PSA) AmeriCorps team, helps provide support to at-risk students at Banks Jr. High School.
March 26, 2009

A little Friendly PEERsuasion can lead to right choices
AmeriCorps HOPE member Meghan Halverson leads Astoria's drug and alcohol prevention program targeting girls only
March 13, 2009

 

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2009 Oregon Governor's Volunteer Awards

Mark your calendar now! The 2009 Governor's Volunteer Awards will be October 2nd, 2009 at the Salem Conference Center in conjunction with the Civic Engagement Conference October 1st-3rd.

2009 Award Winners will be announced in August

2008 Award Winners