Registration is open for the Summer Academy at Oregon State University – Cascades, an annual program for high school students that includes classes, outdoor recreation experiences in Central Oregon and an introduction to campus life. The Summer Academy is a five-day,...
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Employment First Central Oregon is Now Accepting Nominations
Employment First Central Oregon is a coalition of nonprofits and state agencies working together to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) in Crook, Deschutes and Jefferson counties. We link individuals to employment opportunities and...
Support Heart of Oregon Corps with Farm to Fork Sponsorship
Align your company with one of the top fundraising events in Central Oregon, whilesupporting a deserving non-profit Heart of Oregon Corps is pleased to announce sponsorship opportunities for local Central Oregon companies at their 5th Annual Farm to Fork Dinner and...
“Top Off” Grant From M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust Supports Madras Health Center
Funds dependent upon reaching goal for project capital campaign Mosaic Medical, a nonprofit community health center providing quality care for all in Bend, Redmond, Prineville and Madras, was recently awarded a $350,000 “top off” grant from the M.J. Murdock...
Family Access Network Granted $10,000 from City of Bend
Funds from American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) - Community Assistance Grant The City of Bend granted Family Access Network (FAN) $10,000, along with four other local nonprofits, for efforts to help the Bend community recover from COVID-19. Funding comes from the American...
Deschutes County and Federal Government Directs Emergency Funds to Deschutes County
Our local United Way in Central Oregon was tasked with developing a distribution plan for more than $412,000 in both County and Federal Emergency Food and Shelter Program funds as well as funding from the American Rescue Plan Act to nonprofits operating in Deschutes...
A New Election to the VIM Board and Two Longtime Member’s Terms Ending
In February, VIM welcomed Morgan Schmidt as the newest member of the board of directors. “Morgan is bringing her skills, passion, and creativity to our board and I’m excited to work with her to help provide health care for the uninsured in Central Oregon,” said Erika...
New Financing Option Available to Students at Leading Edge Flight Academy
Students enrolled in Leading Edge Flight Academy of Bend, Oregon who need financial assistance will now have access to a new financing option to pay for their courses, thanks to our partnership with Sallie Mae. The Smart Option Student Loan® will help students...
EDCO Welcomes Steve Curley as Redmond Economic Development, Inc. Director
Economic Development for Central Oregon (EDCO) is pleased to announce the addition of Steve Curley to its dedicated team, in the position of Redmond Economic Development, Inc. (REDI) Director, effective March 23rd. Steve will be responsible for REDI’s business...
Design a Cover for the Library’s Printed Events Guide
Calling all doodlers, painters, digital artists and photographers! Deschutes Public Library is holding an art design contest for our printed bi-monthly events guide. Show your creative side for the chance to have your original artwork or design featured. “Central...
The Council on Aging of Central Oregon Welcomes Ray Miao to its Board
Adding Livable Communities Expertise to Better Support Tri-County Seniors The Council on Aging of Central Oregon today announced that Ray Miao has joined its Board of Directors. Ray brings a breadth of knowledge and experience in making Oregon communities more...
Jones & Roth CPAs and Business Advisors Looks Back on
Its 75-year History
Jones & Roth CPAs and Business Advisors has published a new article andvideo about its 75-year history as a CPA and Business Advisory firm. The firm celebrated its75th Anniversary in 2021 and interviewed 12 retired and current partners to capture andtell the story...
Pawtown Veterinary Care is Now Open
Pawtown Veterinary Care opened for business March 7, 2022! Dr. Erin Miller and Dr. Lauren Stayer have been a part of the Central Oregon veterinary community for the past 10 years. We are so excited to join the local small business community as well! It has been very...
Russ Monroe Joins the Asset & Property Management Team
Compass Commercial Asset & Property Management is excited to welcome Russ Monroe, CSM to the team. Monroe will be starting as the Vice President of Asset and Property Management at the end of April. He will be overseeing the department and also managing a portion...
Blake’s Hard Cider to Invest in Oregon-Based Avid Hard Cider Co.
Blake’s to acquire operating assets to accelerate national expansion plans and distribution footprint for both brands Michigan-based Blake’s Hard Cider (BHC) plans to expand its presence and production to the west coast by entering into an agreement to acquire the...
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