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HONORING DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.

1/15/2024

Today, UCP Oregon honors the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., an inspiring beacon of hope and a tireless champion for justice.

Dr. King's tireless advocacy for civil rights laid the foundation for a more inclusive society, transcending barriers and fostering a spirit of equality.

As Dr. King said, “"Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere."

How are you honoring MLK Day 2024?

WE DID IT!

1/3/2024

Wow! We did it! UCP Oregon’s 2023 Toy Giveaway was AMAZING!

The event was held on December 21st and 22nd, 2023, and was open to all families who use UCP Oregon’s Family Support Services.

Fun Facts:

175 Kids: Woo hoo! 175 kids received toys through UCP Oregon’s 2023 Family Support Toy Giveaway.
875 Toys: Each child received approximately 2 toys and 3 stuffed animals.
17 Volunteers: We are so grateful for the folks who helped us pick up toys, decorate, greet families, and clean up. We couldn’t have done it without them!

Special Thanks Go To:

The organizations that donated toys to UCP via their own toy drive events: KGW and KPTV.
Ann Coffey, UCP Oregon’s Executive Director, for her continued support to children and families.

BON VOYAGE TO ESTHER AND JANET

1/2/2024

Many of you know UCP's fantastic Finance Director, Esther Large, and her fearless sidekick, Janet Fromdahl.

On January 2, 2024, after 20+ and 10+ years (respectively), Esther and Janet are retiring.

FROM THE DESK OF ANN COFFEY,
UCP OREGON'S EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

BON VOYAGE TO ESTHER HOLLIDAY (FORMER FINANCE DIRECTOR)

Esther and I have worked closely together for over 20 years. She began at UCP back when we were a small agency with only $2.3 million in annual revenue. Today, UCP Oregon has approximately $12 million in annual revenue. What a ride it's been!

I remember sitting down with Esther for one of our first budgeting cycles together. This was in the days of pencils and paper and solar-powered calculators. Her support and insight were invaluable then, and only continued to grow over the next 20 years.

I have learned so much from her.

I have never known an individual with such an outstanding work ethic. She even roped her mom, son, and husband into volunteering for UCP.

Thank you, Esther. I will miss our work together immensely.

BON VOYAGE TO JANET FROMDAHL (FORMER PAYROLL/ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK)

If you haven't met or interacted with Janet, she is the epitome of customer service at its best. She patiently assisted all of us in so many ways. No matter the challenge, she moved through it with patience, understanding, and a smile. I have always trusted her implicitly.

Thank you, Janet! You will be missed.

Sincerely, Ann Coffey
Executive Director, UCP Oregon

HONORING DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.

WE DID IT!

BON VOYAGE TO ESTHER AND JANET

FROM THE DESK OF ANN COFFEY,
UCP OREGON'S EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

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HONORING DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.

WE DID IT!

BON VOYAGE TO ESTHER AND JANET

FROM THE DESK OF ANN COFFEY,UCP OREGON'S EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

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FROM THE DESK OF ANN COFFEY,
UCP OREGON'S EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR