Locations in Bend: Give Guide

MISSION STATEMENT

We are a forest-dependent community; our trails, scenery, clean water, homes, and businesses rely on a healthy forest. The Deschutes Collaborative Forest Project is a group of diverse stakeholders that includes environmentalists, businesspeople, professional foresters, research scientists, loggers, outdoors lovers, private landowners, elected officials, tribal members, and government policymakers. We see that unless we act now to make our forests healthier and more resilient, the lifestyle and special places we all treasure are at risk.

WHAT CAN YOUR DONATIONS DO?

Restoring our dry, fire-adapted forests in Central Oregon is a multi-step process carried out over many years. You donation supports the monitoring, facilitation and outreach to reduce our risk of high-severity wildfire, improve wildlife habitat, support local businesses and keep our communities and firefighters safer.

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is one of 45 County and Tribal Coalitions of the Oregon Cultural Trust. The volunteers who serve on the Deschutes Cultural Coalition represent the various cultural areas supported by the trust: arts, humanities, history, heritage and preservation.

WHAT CAN YOUR DONATIONS DO?

Keep the arts alive in Central Oregon! Donate to the Deschutes Cultural Coalition and your support for local arts and culture will be matched multiple times through our Oregon Cultural Trust approved grant process. We carefully direct your investment in the arts to qualified organizations. For more information about us, who we support and hot to apply for funding, visit our website. For more information about our "parent" organization, the Oregon Cultural Trust and how you can qualify for a full tax credit, visit oregonculturaltrust.org

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The Deschutes Land Trust conserves land for wildlife, scenic views, and local communities. As Central Oregon’s only nationally accredited and locally-based land trust, the Deschutes Land Trust has protected more than 9,100 acres since 1995.

WHAT CAN YOUR DONATIONS DO?

Conserve and protect the best of Central Oregon! Donate to the Deschutes Land Trust today to protect the forests, meadows, and creeks that Central Oregonians—people and wildlife—need to thrive!

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THE DESCHUTES RIVER CONSERVANCY IS A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION WITH THE MISSION TO RESTORE STREAMFLOW AND IMPROVE WATER QUALITY IN THE DESCHUTES BASIN. Founded in 1996 as a collaborative, multi-stakeholder organization, the DRC's Board of Directors makes decisions by consensus and is comprised of key public and private interests including farming, ranching, timber, development, hydro-power, recreation, tribes, and environment.

WHAT CAN YOUR DONATIONS DO?

With your support, the DRC can continue our mission to cooperatively restore streamflow and improve water quality in our local rivers and streams.

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Desert Sky Montessori provides all children an environment for joyful exploration that fosters self-discovery and a life-long love of learning.

MISSION STATEMENT
Our mission is to build and strengthen community connections for individuals experiencing diversabilities and their families. Diversabilities cross cultural, ethnic, race, gender, socioeconomic and geographic boundaries; people experiencing diversabilities comprise the largest group of marginalized people on the planet. The goal and intention of Diversability Inc. programs and projects is to ensure that individuals with diversabilities are elevated to their potential and valued as citizens in our communities. Featured in this photo is Ryan who is a valued employee at Blockbuster, a role that has positively impacted other areas of his life!

WHAT CAN YOUR DONATIONS DO?
Donations foster Diversability Inc.’s mission of providing individuals experiencing diversabilities with the resources and tools they need to reach their greatest potential. These programs are designed to promote independence, integration and inclusion. Your donation enables us to offer these programs to a broad range of people experiencing diversabilities.

$25 Allows a Sib to attend Sib Group
$100 Allows a Sib to attend Summer Sib Camp
$500 Supports inclusive programming
$1000 Supports development of a comprehensive online resource tool

MISSION STATEMENT

There are 70,000 dog-lovers in Bend, but only ONE DogPAC!

DogPAC’s mission is to protect and expand access to public lands for outdoor recreation with off-leash dogs. We work with the Forest Service to create and maintain dog-friendly ski and snowshoe trails at Wanoga SnoPark, and help to maintain clean hiking/biking trails at Rimrock and Phil’s trailhead. We work with Bend Parks and Rec to establish off-leash areas and dog parks around the city. And we promote responsible dog ownership through our seasonal newsletters and free workshops.

Membership is free. Join now at happytails@dogpac.org or facebook.com/dogpac.org

WHAT YOUR DONATIONS CAN DO

All donations are tax deductible and used to support our dog-friendly activities: trail grooming at Wanoga, poop disposal at Rimrock and Phil’s, free workshops on dog health and behavior, and more.

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We provide a safe haven for rescued animals to receive the love and care that they deserve while offering education to the public. Our main focus is taking in abandon, neglected and unwanted bunnies, getting them spayed and neutered and then adopting them into loving homes. We provide sanctuary to special needs bunnies who are unable to get adopted and get them the medical care that they need. We also provided sanctuary to some farm animals.

WHAT YOUR GIFT CAN DO

$150 can spay.neuter a bunny $30/month feeds a bunny Choose an amount, one time or monthly or choose a bunny to sponsor. We will send pictures and update you on how "your" bunny is doing.

MISSION STATEMENT

Thirty years ago, The Environmental Center was born to empower locals to live lighter on the planet. Today, we’re a regional hub of environmental education, engagement, and action. Working collaboratively with people of all ages, local businesses, and elected officials, we create and advocate for meaningful, sustainable change across Central Oregon. Your support will help advance a healthy, vibrant place to live, work and play for all of us today and for future generations to inherit. Make your donation today at envirocenter.org/donate.

WHAT CAN YOUR DONATION DO?

Your support can help us create a healthier community – now and in the future. Make your donation today at envirocenter.org/donate.

$30 Fuels our electric car for one month of programming, from Madras to La Pine and everywhere in between.

$75 Provides support for a Repair Café — free events that fix and divert household items from Knott Landfill.

$200 supplies one classroom with reusable plates, bowls, silverware and cups.

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Family Access Network improves lives by ensuring all children in Deschutes County have access to basic-need services. WHAT CAN YOUR DONATIONS DO?
For every $100 donation, one child can receive help for an entire school year. Your donation may help a child sleep in a warm bed, start school with a good breakfast, receive adequate health care or address other critical needs.
$100 helps one child for an entire school year
$500 helps five children for an entire school year
$1,000 helps ten children for an entire school year

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Fences For Fido has unchained over 2000 dogs living outdoors in the Pacific Northwest since 2009. Last year alone, we unchained more than 200 dogs and unchain at least 20 more dogs every month. We ease the pain and suffering of dogs living outside on chains by providing fenced yards so dogs can live in freedom. When we learn about a chained dog, we immediately deliver a custom-built, insulated dog house with warm dog beds inside. Critical vet care and spay/neuter are also core to our mission. We refer to this work as “Love in action!” Join us!

WHAT CAN YOUR DONATIONS DO?

$30 Provides a bag of dog food for a hungry Fido

$80 Provides a dog house for warmth, day and night

$150 Will spay or neuter and basic veterinary care

$400 Builds a fence for a small yard

$800 Builds a fence for a medium yard

$1000 Builds a fence for a large yard or multiple Fidos

MISSION STATEMENT

First Story is excited to bring affordable homeownership to Sisters, Oregon. The non-profit founded in Redmond in 1998, is dedicated to giving families a hand-up to homeownership. First Story’s approach is different — Through a unique partnership with builder Hayden Homes, First Story will provide zero-down and zero-interest, 30-year home loans on newly constructed Hayden Homes in the builder’s new McKenzie Meadows community. The 3-bedroom and 2-bath homes will be sold move-in ready with all appliances, washer & dryer and landscaping. Homes will be available to families below 80% of area median income who have completed NeighborImpact’s Home Buyer Education Class. More information on how to qualify and apply at www.firststory.org.

YOUR DONATIONS MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Gifts of cash and in-kind or discounted labor make homeownership dreams come true. All donations and discounts are 100% tax-deductible. Help create hope through housing for struggling, hardworking, local families!

MISSION STATEMENT

Friends of the children support generational change by empowering youth who are facing the greatest obstacles through relationships with professional mentors for 12+ years—no matter what. Each child receives 4 hours a week of direct 1:1 time with a paid, professional mentor called a friend. Each Friend spends time with eight youth in the classroom, community and our Clubhouse.

WHAT CAN YOUR DONATIONS DO?

$10 Will support ongoing training for Friends/mentors

$25 Will support celebration for youth achieving their goals.

$50Will support a cell phone for a Friend/mentor to stay in.

$100Will support opportunities for innovative science, technology, arts, engineering and mathematics education outside of the classroom.

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Furnish hope transforms empty houses into welcoming homes for families in need of furnishings and household essentials.

WHAT CAN YOUR DONATIONS DO?

Your financial support transforms lives, providing sustaining support for local families. Any donation, large or small, goes straight to our mission – and builds the foundation for healthy, happy homes.

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Nurturing resources for a fragile population: Emergency and transitional shelter to homeless and/or abused pregnant girls, parenting young mothers, and young mothers choosing adoption for their child. For over 20 years, this home has provided 24/7 hope, support, tools, and educa- tion to help young parents make good life decisions and become self-sufficient.

WHAT CAN YOUR DONATIONS DO?

Offer a safe and supportive environment for pregnant girls and young mothers where they can learn about health and parenting, continue their education, and gain the needed life skills for a smooth transition into independent living or a safe return to family. The only shelter and program of its kind east of the Cascades in Oregon.

$50 Provide diapers and supplies for newborns

$100 Provide an educational session for nutrition during pregnancy

$250 Provide counseling services

MISSION STATEMENT

Guardian Group’s mission is to prevent and disrupt the sex trafficking of women and children while enabling partners to identify victims and predators in the United States. Our offensive team utilizes the expertise of elite veterans from the intelligence community to support law enforcement. The defensive team provides sector specific training necessary to recognize, respond and report trafficking. Join this fight until all are free!

WHAT YOUR DONATIONS DO

• Identify victims to law enforcement • Support law enforcement stings • Provide trainings • Reinvest in veterans • Prevent future victims

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At Healing Reins, we “heal with horses,” improving health, increasing well-being, and enhancing quality of life for those with special needs. Our evidence-based, nationally accredited, equine-assisted services support those with physical and cognitive disabilities; developmental delays; social, emotional and behavioral challenges; and mental health needs. Here, our professionally certified staff, compassionate community volunteers and best-in-class facilities combine to build strength and resilience among those children, teens, adults—and families—most in need. Contact us today to learn how, together, we can change lives through the power of the horse!

WHAT CAN YOUR DONATIONS DO?

*Clients are referred for our services by medical and mental health professionals. 65% are low income and require scholarship support to participate.

$35 Gives someone in need one 1 hour Therapeutic Riding experience.
$50 Gives someone in need one 1.5 hour Veterans Horsemanship experience.
$75 Gives someone in need one Physical Therapy (Hippotherapy) session.
$100 Gives someone in crisis one Equine Facilitated Mental Health counseling session.
$200 Gives our program horses all necessary feed and supplements for one month.

MISSION STATEMENT

Heart of Oregon Corps is a nonprofit organization that inspires and empowers positive change in the lives of young people through jobs, education, and stewardship. We operate six programs across Central Oregon—in Deschutes, Crook, Jefferson, Klamath counties, and Warm Springs. Each year, we provide job skills training, education, and leadership development to over 300 local young people ages 16-24 who face major barriers to success. Our programming creates pathways out of poverty while stimulating regional economic growth—we train tomorrow’s workforce today!

WHAT CAN YOUR DONATIONS DO?

$25 Funds a GED test
$50 Funds a uniform for term of service
$100 Funds youth lunches for Leadership Day

MISSION STATEMENT

High Desert Food & Farm Alliance (HDFFA) is founded on the belief that local food from Central Oregon farmers, ranchers and food businesses should be accessible to everyone, and that food connects us to each other. We believe that local food matters. Our mission is to support a healthy and thriving food and farm network in Central Oregon through education, collaboration and inclusivity.

WHAT CAN YOUR DONATIONS DO?

$25 40 fresh harvest kits at food pantries

$50 One family to participate in a cooking class

$100 Farm fresh potatoes to the food bank (100 lbs.)

$200 Nutrition education and fresh food for one Veggie Rx participant

$300 Greenhouse grants for farmers

MISSION STATEMENT

To explore the High Desert’s unique landscape, cultures, wildlife, history and arts, connecting our visitors to the past and helping them discover their role in the present and responsibility to the future.

WHAT CAN YOUR DONATIONS DO?

$25 Provide art supplies for one child for Kids Curate, a year-long arts program.
$50 Provide the Museum’s otters with a well-balanced diet for one week.
$100 Support a local Head Start family by providing an annual family membership.
$200 Help create innovative new exhibits that highlight the arts, cultural and
natural history of the region.

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The Humane Society of Central Oregon’s (HSCO) mission is to strengthen the human-animal bond by advocating and compassionately caring for animals. HSCO has been providing programs and services to help the people and animals in our community since 1961 (58 years). Programs include Adoptions, Reuniting Pets with Family, Spay+Neuter, Wellness Clinics, Pet Food Bank, Community Cats, Cremation Services, Humane Education, Youth and Adult volunteerism and more. Donations provide housing, medical care and adoption for over 3,000 homeless, abandoned, neglected and abused animals annually at HSCO.

Donate at HSCO's website.

WHAT CAN YOUR DONATIONS DO?

$20 Provides an interactive toy for a cat or dog

$75 Feeds a litter of bottle fed foster kittens

$100 Provides diagnostic testing for an animal in critical care

MISSION STATEMENT

To insure support for nonprofit agencies proven to provide nutritious food for our neighbors in need in Central Oregon

WHAT CAN YOUR DONATIONS DO?

$15 will leverage

$150 of fresh fruit

$25 will leverage

$250 of eggs and milk

$100 will leverage

$1,000 worth of fresh, nutritional food for families and children throughout Central Oregon!

J BAR J BOYS RANCH VOCATIONAL PROGRAM

MISSION STATEMENT

Facilitating Positive Change for Youth

A residential treatment program for adjudicated teen boys, providing an opportunity to restructure thinking, succeed academically, and grow in responsibility. The newest initiative, a vocational program, is nearing completion. By providing vocational training in addition to a strong academic curriculum, the opportunity for gainful employment increases. Meaningful employment reduces the likelihood of engaging in criminal behavior and the training helps to build a workforce. Help boys who have made poor choices build a brighter future and become contributing members of the community. We are J Bar J Youth Services.

WHAT CAN YOUR DONATIONS DO?

The newest initiative, a vocation school for The Learning Center, which will be breaking ground soon on the Boys Ranch property. By provid- ing vocational training in addition to a strong academic curriculum, the opportunity for gainful employment increases. Meaningful employment reduces the likelihood of engaging in criminal behavior and the training helps to build a workforce. Because boys, students from low-income families, and those who have been in the juvenile justice system are shown to benefit most from strong vocational programs, this program is a natural fit. Your donation will help boys who have made poor choices build a brighter future and to become contributing members of the community.

$50 Will buy building materials for the new program

$100 Will provide an employment skills training session

$250 Will provide software for educational modules

$500 Will buy woodworking tools

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Kickcancer is a nonprofit dedicated to helping families with cancer thrive. Our goal is to empower through education—teaching the importance of real food, real health, and how to implement it into real life—both during and after treatment. We believe: When you know better, you do better. Our name, KICKcancER, comes from Season and Josh’s son, Kicker. He has inspired our movement to help other families.

WHAT CAN YOUR DONATIONS DO?

We also provide KICKstart Kits for families who are interested in exploring and integrating some of these methods with their children undergoing treatment and post treatment. We host a 30 Day THRIVE Program that will provide you with a customized 30 day protocol, ongoing support and weekly training to help you THRIVE through cancer. We empower cancer fighting athletes through our KICKcancER Athlete’s Sponsorship Program to help them take their dreams to the next level

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KIDS (Kids Intervention and Diagnostic Service) Center provides medical evaluations, forensic interviews, family support, and ther- apy for children who have or may be experiencing child abuse or have witnessed domestic violence in Deschutes, Jefferson, Crook, Harney, Sherman and Wheeler Counties. These services are provided at no cost to the family. KIDS Center also provides a region-wide prevention and education program to help adults learn how to keep kids safe from abuse.

WHAT CAN YOUR DONATIONS DO?

$25 Donation provides healthy snacks for the kids.

$50 Donation provides transportation for 5 therapy sessions for a child.

$100 Provides 10 scholarships for SafetyNet® internet safety trainings.

$675 Provides a Family Support Advocate for one family.