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Volunteers across Oregon helped nearly 10,000 families file tax returns last year, recovering $14 million in refunds that would have gone unclaimed. Now they're recruiting more volunteers to help even more people get money they've already earned.
Seven Oregon and Southwest Washington volunteers are heading south to help shelter over 4,000 people displaced by extreme winter weather. Four more local volunteers are on standby as the Red Cross responds to one of winter's biggest emergency operations.
A group of citizen scientists in Oregon's Willamette Valley is recruiting volunteers to help save the Western Bluebird, a species struggling to survive. No experience needed—just a love for nature and a few hours each week.
Volunteer crews are restoring hundreds of storm-damaged hiking trails across Oregon, working without pay to keep outdoor spaces safe and accessible. Their efforts have cleared over 330 fallen trees from just one trail alone, proving essential after December's devastating windstorms.
Community volunteers in Benton County are learning helicopter rescue techniques to help find missing hikers and save lives in remote areas. The nine-week academy, supported by the Oregon National Guard, prepares everyday citizens to respond to outdoor emergencies around the clock.
More than 500 trained volunteers across Oregon are helping people file their taxes completely free through April 15, focusing on those who need it most. Last year alone, they secured $16 million in refunds for 19,000 Oregonians.
Thousands of Oregon families earning under $67,000 can now get their tax returns prepared completely free by trained volunteers. The IRS program serves rural communities, first-time filers, and non-English speakers across the state.
Oregon law enforcement officers are learning to recognize marijuana-impaired driving through innovative "green labs" where volunteers safely consume cannabis under supervision. The training addresses a surge in drug-impaired driving as officers learn to identify signs they might otherwise miss.
Clatsop Animal Assistance needs 20 volunteers daily to care for 50 shelter animals, offering flexible opportunities from dog walking to fostering. Last year, compassionate volunteers donated 23,000 hours to give shelter pets love and enrichment. #
A Southern Oregon nonprofit trains service dogs specifically for children and young adults with disabilities, but they need more volunteers to raise puppies. Canine Angels has graduated 120 service dogs and relies on volunteer families to care for puppies during their critical first year.
At a Sherwood sanctuary caring for 140 unadoptable cats, volunteers are discovering that giving their time might be helping them even more than the animals. One volunteer says the work brought stability and purpose exactly when she needed it most.
Volunteer search-and-rescue teams saved two injured hikers in central Oregon while the state's largest wildfire burned nearby. Their quick response and teamwork turned potential tragedies into success stories.
Ten volunteer anglers are helping Oregon scientists understand whether marine reserves actually work. By fishing inside and outside protected zones, they're gathering data that could shape ocean conservation for decades.
Communities across Oregon's coast are hosting beach cleanups on July 5th to remove holiday litter and protect marine life. From Neskowin to Coos Bay, volunteers of all ages can join the annual tradition that keeps beaches beautiful for wildlife and visitors.
After Fourth of July celebrations, Oregon volunteers will gather to clean beaches from Cape Lookout to Cape Meares and enjoy fresh local oysters as a thank you. The July 5th event combines environmental protection with community celebration.
Trained volunteers are stationed at 15 scenic spots along Oregon's coast this week to help families spot migrating gray whale mothers and calves swimming from Mexico to Alaska. It's free, expert-guided whale watching during the annual spring migration.
After Independence Day celebrations, Surfrider Foundation volunteers across Oregon are rolling up their sleeves for a massive beach cleanup effort. Last year, similar events removed over 50,000 pounds of trash from American coastlines in just one morning.
The Oregon Zoo is calling on everyday nature lovers to help track adorable pikas in the Cascades as climate change threatens their mountain homes. This citizen science project turns hikers into conservation heroes.
A grassroots conservation group needs citizen scientists to monitor nesting boxes across Oregon's Willamette Valley, helping a threatened bird species recover. Bonus: Studies show birdwatching boosts mental health for up to eight hours.
Think Wild Animal Hospital in Bend needs volunteer help to care for injured wildlife, especially during weekday evenings and weekends. Training starts in February and welcomes people of all skill levels.
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