United Way of the Columbia-Willamette

Our commitment to racial equity is the lens through which we center all of our work. Our impact is focused and guided by this commitment, because we recognize the insidious and prevailing existence of systemic racism and its constant and corrosive impact on our region and country. Through efforts in Early Learning, Disaster & Crisis Resiliency, Housing Stability and Volunteerism, we hope to begin the journey toward correcting this historic inequity and building a more equitable region for all.

We see ourselves as conveners, connecting organizations and experts with the resources they need. Nowhere is this collaborative spirit clearer than our volunteer program, Hands On Greater Portland. We are a nonprofit connecting volunteers to other nonprofits. We believe that doing good transforms our community and each of us individually. This belief comes alive when we connect volunteers with meaningful ways to help. We work year-round to bring together individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact in our community. Through volunteering, these individuals not only contribute their time and skills but also experience personal growth and fulfillment.

Through our volunteerism initiatives, United Way:

• Connects volunteers to volunteer opportunities through our Hands On Greater Portland program.
• Connects area nonprofits to volunteers ready to make a difference.
• Designs special volunteer days for local businesses.
• Produces a concentrated week of community engagement for nonprofits, volunteers and businesses during Community Impact Week.

• Administrative Support/Clerical
• Caring for People
• Cleaning
• Collecting/Sorting/Packaging
• Disaster Services
• Fundraising/Campaigning
• Painting

• In person: One-time
• In person: Ongoing
• Virtual: One-time
• Virtual: Ongoing