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It goes on one at a time, it starts when you care to act, it starts when you do it again and they said no, it starts when you say We and know who you mean...
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Justice Oregon for Black Lives
Investing with Community
Started in 2020 after the murder of George Floyd, Justice Oregon for Black Lives is Meyer's largest initiative to date. It aims to uplift Black Oregonians through deeper, community-specific investments. This video, made by a Justice Oregon grantee, highlights the work of three grantee organizations and explores the intention behind the ongoing initiative.
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Meyer offers a free event space to all current grantees. Organizations with an active Meyer grant may reserve the space and enjoy its many amenities.
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Pursuing Environmental Justice Rooted In Culture And Community
My 25 years as a community organizer, campaign strategist and nonprofit executive director have given me an intimate understanding of the challenges faced by...
Building Wealth, Breaking Barriers
When my father wanted to drop some financial wisdom on me, he didn’t sit me down for a lecture, he told stories. His favorite? The one about how he and my...
Building a Future Where All Students Thrive
I have worked in and around education my entire 22-year career. I’ve coordinated youth programs in a small rural community in Eastern Washington, worked in...
Listening, Learning and Evolving: A New Chapter for Justice Oregon
We all desire to be seen and acknowledged for who we are — not just for what we can do or the challenges we have been through. When Justice Oregon for Black...
Building Collective Power: Justice Oregon Invests $5.7 million in Collaboratives
Without community, there is no liberation. — Audre Lorde For too long, Black communities have faced chronic underfunding, creating competition for scarce...
Kathleen Kee and Andrew Colas join Meyer's Board; Charles Wilhoite completes 12 years of service
I am thrilled to announce that Kathleen Kee and Andrew Colas are joining Meyer Memorial Trust’s Board of Trustees. As we continue our mission to accelerate...