COCC continues to host the Season for Nonviolence, now in its 18th year. Charlotte McBride, Coordinator for the Nancy R. Chandler Lecture Series, shares information about the many events happening in the community, including lectures/presentations, dance, films, and community reads focusing on the book "Be a Revolution: How Everyday People Are Fighting Oppression and Changing the World—And How You Can, Too" by Ijeoma Oluo.
The Central Oregon Health Council's role in providing improved healthcare outcomes - and opportunities for public input
Dr. Arianne Powell, Bend native and Executive Director for the Central Oregon Health Council, discusses the big picture as one of Oregon's 16 Coordinated Care Organizations and the task of collaborating with competing medical provider groups to advance healthcare objectives for the common good.
A Conversation with NeighborImpact Food Bank Director Carly Auten
NeighborImpact's Food Bank Director, Carly Auten, discusses the extensive impact caused by federal food program cuts and the interruption of direct-to-families SNAP benefits during the Oct-Nov government shutdown. The discussion also includes ways that the public can support their work with nonperishable food donations.
Shepherd's House Services and Budget Cuts with Curt Floski and John Lodise
Curt Floski, CEO, and John Lodise, Director, from Shepherd’s House Ministries, talk about homelessness, current support services, and the importance of understanding and "grace" which "changes everything.” They discuss serving a population in need in Central Oregon and the value of community support.
Conversation with Mary Murphy, Deputy Director of the Latino Community Association
Mary Murphy, Deputy Director of the Latino Community Association, talks about ICE in Central Oregon and how LCA meets the needs of the Latino community. Ms. Murphy explains the intention of the organization now celebrating 25 years of service, describes the array of services and events throughout Central Oregon community, and shares the success of many local partnerships.
Supporting Families Through Local Schools with Julie Lyche from the Family Access Network
The Family Access Network's Executive Director, Julie Lyche, explains how children can flourish in school and in life through FAN's quick response connection to over 100 community resources for critical basic needs through school-based advocates. www.familyaccessnetwork.org
The Next Generation of Community Leaders with Michael Baker from the Boys and Girls Club of Bend
Michael Baker, the new Chief Executive Officer of the Boys and Girls Club of Bend, shares his enthusiasm for youth development programs. www.bgcBend.org
The Central Oregon Health Council's Regional Health Improvement Plan
Gwen Jones, Community Director for the Central Oregon Health Council, explains the role of the four-year Regional Health Improvement Plan in charting the next four year course in addressing Central Oregon's collective health care challenges.
Conversation with Executive Director of the Deschutes Children Foundation, Cassie MacQueen
This conversation with Executive Director Cassie MacQueen, from the Deschutes Childrens Foundation focuses on the impact of federal reductions in needed funds to care for those in need in Central Oregon. The Deschutes Children Foundation partners with many other non-profits to serve community members including FAN (Family Access Network), local Food Banks including NeighborImpact, and THRIVE.
Serenity Lane - Levels of Care using a medical model for alcohol and substance use disorders
Glenn Deveney, Regional Director of Outpatient Services for the Bend office of Serenity Lane, discusses the prevalence of alcohol and substance use disorders, the toll on the individual / families / employers & coworkers, levels of care focused on the whole person, and Serenity Lane's ongoing supports in conjuntion with an individual's support system,
Camp Fire Central Oregon - The Autumn Faire - Celebrating Youth and Families
Kecia Kubota, Executive Director for Camp Fire Central Oregon, reviews the status of its programs across Central Oregon, summer participation numbers, the upcoming 4th Annual Autumn Family Faire - and the vital element of Spark in the lives of youth. campfireco.org
Think Wild 2025 - A year of Newsworthy Events
Sally Compton, Executive Director for Think Wild, goes over rescues, rehabs, and releases back to the wild for a variety of wildlife and looks ahead to the Chili Cookoff Fundraiser. www.thinkwildco.org
Partners In Care - Light Up A Life and A Year To Live
Morgan Sartin, Philanthropy Manager for Partners In Care, talks about their award-winning programs including hospice and palliative care, grief and veterans support, and their events calendar including Light Up A Life and A Year To Live. www.PartnersBend.org.
Big Brothers Big Sisters - 28th Annual Comedy For Kids' Sake
Jenn Davis, Director for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon, talks about the benefits of mentoring and their recruitment campaigns. She also talks about the 28th Annual Comedy For Kids' Sake. www.BBBSCO.org
Healing Reins - Diamonds and Dust
Healing Reins Executive Director Polly Cohen and Development Director Darrion Cotroneo talk about recent growth that's providing greater access to their equine assisted mental and physical services - and their 26th anniversary celebration, Diamonds & Dust. www.HealingReins.org
CASA of Central Oregon - 20 years of Court Appointed Special Advocates
Heather Dion, Executive Director, explains how Court-Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs) represent a child's best interests when courts are making decisions about a child's short and long-term interests - especially when that child's home placement is being made. www.CASAofCentralOregon.org
The 2025 Great Drake Park Duck Race
Steve McDonald, Chair of the 2025 Great Drake Park Duck Race, talks about the three Bend Rotary Clubs' process of choosing nonprofit beneficiaries, obtaining the permits and organizing the 36th renewal of this colorful fundraiser. www.TheDuckRace.com
Deschutes Children's Foundation and The Great Drake Park Duck Race
Cassi MacQueen, executive director for the Deschutes Children's Foundation, talks about providing office space for child-related services on four community campus locations, the threat federal funding cuts could have on those services, and the Great Drake Park Duck Race. www.DeschutesChildrensFoundation.org
Seed to Table (Sisters) Central Oregon Vegetable Farming in August
Audrey Tehan, founder and executive director for Seed to Table in Sisters, talks about productive Central Oregon vegetable farming from the middle of August into November and looking forward to the return of school kids from local elementary schools. www.SeedtoTableOregon.org
Every Kid Sports partners with Disney Jr. for the Let's Play campaign
Eleana Fanaika, Executive Director for Every Kid Sports, talks about the last year of growth, a new partnership with Disney Jr. called Let's Play, and the Born in Bend campaign. www.EveryKidSports.org