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Digest for September 30, 2008

Digest Contents:

The History of City Repair
Benefit Screening for the Global Coral Reef Alliance
Boogie Down At Buddy Walk on October 4th!
Social Innovation Forum - Oct. 8th
Policy Coordinator Intern
Youth Development Athletics Supervisor
Youth Development Arts and Culture Supervisor
Youth Development Program Assistant
Administrative Assistant
Research Analyst
Am. Cancer Soc. seeks volunteers to help staff Cancer Resource Centers
Work Party at Zenger Farm - Plaster the Cob Bike Shed!

Events

The History of City Repair

Dear Community,

We, City Reparians old and new, are hosting a day of storytelling and inspirational chronology. If you:

- are City Repair - were City Repair - want to be City Repair - don't even know what City Repair is

The gathering will be held at City Repair Head Quarters (3125 E Burnside) on October the Fifth, from 10am-3pm. We will spend the day progressively tracing the history of City Repair, following a loosely linear timeline. We invite you to come witness, share and explore with us in a warm, fun space!

If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at 503.235.8946 or [email protected].

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Benefit Screening for the Global Coral Reef Alliance

Friday, October 17, 7:30-9:30 pm at Gossamer 2418 E Burnside, Portland, OR 97214 www.gossamerfiberarts.com, www.globalcoral.org

Global Coral Reef Alliance (GCRA)is a coalition of volunteer scientists, divers, environmentalists and other individuals and organizations committed to sustainable reef managment and restoration. "Reef Reborn" will start at 8:00 followed by Q & A with Colleen Flanigan about her experience rebuilding reefs in Bali. Suggested donation: $5-$10 benefits the Karang Lestari coral reef restoration project. Also: View the Coral Reef Crochet Community Project In honor of this magnificent yet endangered ecosystem, over 45 artists of all ages crafted a woolly seascape. On display thru Nov.15th,then travels to OMSI Dec.-Feb.

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Boogie Down At Buddy Walk on October 4th!

Looking to get to know a local non-profit working to build a more inclusive community? Or do you just want to dance to some great music with a fun group of folk? Come on out to the Rose Quarter Commons on October 4th, 10:00-1:00 and join the Northwest Down Syndrome Association as we celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Portland Buddy Walk. It's a great time for the whole family, with live music, games for the kids, a guest appearance by the Rose City Rollers, a hook and ladder truck for climbing on, and much more.

WHEN: Saturday, October 4th, 2008 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

WHERE: Rose Quarter Commons One N. Center Court St. Portland, OR 97227

WHAT: 10th Annual Portland and Southwest Washington Buddy Walk

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Social Innovation Forum - Oct. 8th

The Springboard Social Innovation Forum is a new monthly event designed to engage community members in solving local challenges with lasting solutions, kicks off Oct. 8 with a focus on social innovation.

The free event, scheduled for 6-9 p.m. at Urban Grind, 2214 NE Oregon, promises a mix of conversation, collaboration, and professional support for social venture launchers, all designed to help move good ideas into action. Homegrown social entrepreneur Shane Endicott, founder and CEO of the Rebuilding Center and Our United Villages, will be the keynoter for the October event.

Learn more about our non-profit and the monthly event at www.springboardinnovation.org

Date: Every Second Wednesday (kick off Oct. 8th)

Topic: Social Innovation

Time: 6-9pm

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Jobs & Internships

Information

organization:Coalition for a Livable Future
position summary:

Coalition for a Livable Future, Portland, OR Policy Coordinator (2 positions) LINKS AmeriCorps position, 450 hours.

The Coalition for a Livable Future (CLF) unites over 90 diverse organizations and hundreds of individuals in its mission to protect, restore, and maintain healthy, equitable, and sustainable communities in the greater Portland metropolitan region. Through research, policy advocacy, and public education, CLF works to create and preserve affordable housing; ensure clean water; protect open space, wildlife habitat and farmland; create living wage jobs; provide real transportation choices; and end hunger in our community.

CLF’s Policy Coordinators will primarily support three of the organization’s initiatives:

Salary / Pay Rate:No Salary. Educational award available through AmeriCorp after completion of term hours

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Information

organization:Boys and Girls Clubs of Portland-Blazers Unit
position summary:

The Athletic Supervisor plans programs and activities which promote health, hygiene, teamwork, and individual skill development. The Athletic Supervisor assists the Program Director and other staff with the development and implementation of other Club programs. He/she is directly responsible to the Program Director.

Salary / Pay Rate:$20,000-22,000

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Information

organization:Boys and Girls Club of Portland-JWR Club (Camas)
position summary:

The Arts & Culture Supervisor plans programs and activities, which promote learning and encourage the development of artistic and social skills. He/she is directly responsible to the Program Director.

Salary / Pay Rate:$8.00 to 10.00 per hour

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Information

organization:Boys and Girls Clubs of Portland
position summary:

The Program Assistant ensures that youth development principles are incorporated into programs and activities. He/she is directly responsible to the Program Director.

Salary / Pay Rate:$8.00 to 10.00 per hour

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Information

organization:Food Alliance
position summary:

Food Alliance seeks an Administrative Assistant to help ensure the smooth working of the organization’s infrastructure, and to provide key administrative support to the executive, board, programs and fundraising. This is a permanent, full-time position for a dedicated professional. It should not be considered an entry-level stepping-stone to a programmatic role at the organization.

Salary / Pay Rate:$30K - $36K

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Information

organization:Human Services Research Institute
position summary:

Small, non-profit research organization that conducts research and evaluation, and provides training and technical assistance in the fields of child welfare, developmental disabilities and mental health. This full time position offers a mix of responsibilities, including research design, data collection, report writing, and project management.

Salary / Pay Rate:$33,600 - $48,300, plus benefits

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Nonprofit News

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Q & A

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Trainings

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Volunteering

Am. Cancer Soc. seeks volunteers to help staff Cancer Resource Centers

The American Cancer Society seeks dedicated volunteer to become the operations chair at the Legacy Good Samaritan’s Cancer Resource Center in NW Portland, OR.

The Cancer Resource Center (CRC) is a partnership between the American Cancer Society and Legacy Good Samaritan Hospital and is entirely volunteer-run. The CRC provides clients with information and referrals for services such as free wig-fittings, overnight housing for those who travel for treatment, and home-visits.

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Work Party at Zenger Farm - Plaster the Cob Bike Shed!

Work Party at Zenger Farm - Plaster the Cob Bike Shed!

Help finish our bike shed before the rainy season! This Saturday, Oct. 4th from 10am to 1pm. No plaster experience needed – we'll teach you how. Bring weather/work appropriate attire (rubber garden gloves, if you have them) and water. Snacks provided. For more information and to RSVP please contact Prairie at 503.282.4245 or [email protected]  Can’t make it Saturday? Join us for a Friday work party. Come by the farm any Friday between 2 pm and 5 pm to lend a hand with fall projects. Projects may include planting winter crops, garlic, dahlia bulbs, mulching, painting signs and getting the farm ready for winter. No need to RSVP for Friday Work Parties. Just come ready to get your boots muddy!

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