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Changes in Rules and Regulations: What you need to know about changes to ORS 65

The changes to ORS 65 will go into effect on January 1, 2020. The statutory changes will affect the way all nonprofits in Oregon work and act. Come learn about simplified rules for majority voting, allowances for voting by email, modifications to the conflicts of interest provisions and changes to a number of requirements for membership nonprofits.

Olivia Bartruff
December 11, 2019 07 December 2019

A large banner with the words "This is an emergency, climate debate now" is suspended from the seventh floor of a parking structure.

Cutting to the core of the climate crisis

Grant Coordinator Madeleine Corich reflects on how she overcame climate despair, by organizing with the youth-led movement Sunrise.

Madeleine Corich
September 12, 2019 12 September 2019

Introducing Jamese Kwele

Our Director of Food Equity talks about her new role.

Doe Hatfield
June 11, 2019 27 June 2019

CB-Dos & Don’ts

Emerge Law Group presents the dos and don'ts of CBD. Join them for a night of illumination and networking with Emerge Law Group attorneys, special guest Sunny Summers from the Oregon Department of Agriculture, and industry professionals!

Olivia Bartruff
April 18, 2019 25 March 2019

The urgency of voting for the long haul

As Election Day 2018 approaches, our executive director urges voting on behalf of the generations to come.

Jeremy Barnicle
November 2, 2018 02 November 2018

close up of man smiling

Supporting tribal sovereignty through legislation and leadership

Lisa Watt and Doe Hatfield interviewed Alan Parker following the publication of his recent book, Pathways to Indigenous Nation Sovereignty.

Lisa J. Watt
September 18, 2018 12 October 2018

panoramic view of forested hillsides and mountains in the distance.

Tipping the balance to more carbon storage in Pacific Northwest forests

Our new peer-reviewed study finds additional carbon storage potential through just two components of FSC management.

Brent Davies
September 17, 2018 06 August 2019

Misty air in a forest of tall trees.

It’s time for Oregon to take a stand on climate

A meaningful price on carbon is essential, but not enough — it's time to invest in rural and urban communities.

Carolyn Holland
February 6, 2018 15 February 2018