This could be the most important video you watch all year! On July 12th, the Sustainability Coalition co-sponsored a webinar titled "Red Flag Warning: Preparing for Wildfire". The video of that webinar is available HERE. Organized by the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, the webinar gave community members an opportunity to learn what a red flag warning is and how to respond to it, as well as how to prepare our homes and businesses for wildfire. Presenters … [Read more...]
Annual Meeting Video
More than 200 people joined us virtually for the launch of our 15th year! Wednesday, February 3, 2021 12 noon to 1:15 pm Want to hear some good news from 2020? We recorded the event and invite you to take a look at the Annual Meeting video for an overview of the past year’s accomplishments by several of our hard-working action teams. We think you’ll be amazed by what they were able to do in spite of last year’s challenges – projects such as Microshelters to … [Read more...]
Wildfires Rising • Dec 3
What are the environmental, social, and economic impacts of wildfires in Oregon? The League of Women Voters of Corvallis and the Corvallis Sustainability Coalition invite you to explore this important topic. WILDFIRES RISING: Environment, Public Health, and Economics in the State of Oregon Thursday, December 3, 2020 - 7:00 pm Zoom Webinar Login: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85799441195 Our panelists are: Meg Krawchuk - Associate Professor, Dept. of Forest … [Read more...]
2019 Community Scrapbook
Each year we invite our partner organizations to share their primary accomplishments of the past year. This year 51 of our partners responded and we’ve compiled their responses into a Community Scrapbook, along with the key accomplishments of our 12 action teams. Take a look at the Community Scrapbook to learn about some of the great work that was done in 2019. We salute the organizations that are making a difference in our sustainability! … [Read more...]
Annual Meeting • Friday, Jan 24
Join us for the launch of our 14th year! You are invited to attend the Corvallis Sustainability Coalition's Annual Meeting of partner organizations and volunteers on Friday, January 24, from 12 noon to 1:30 pm at the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue. Everyone is welcome! The meeting will feature presentations on accomplishments of 2019 and plans for 2020. We have been working on a wide variety of projects in 12 topic areas: Community … [Read more...]
Quarterly Gathering • October 18
Join us for lively presentations, networking and delicious snacks! A diverse mix of local sustainability efforts will be highlighted at our quarterly gathering. Friday, October 18 12 noon–1:30 pm Corvallis-Benton County Public Library The gathering will feature presentations by Coalition partners and action teams, highlighting what they are doing to help create a sustainable community – environmentally, socially, and economically. Yadira Ruiz & Nate … [Read more...]
Quarterly Gathering • July 18
Join us for lively presentations, networking and delicious snacks! A diverse mix of local sustainability efforts will be highlighted at our next quarterly gathering. Thursday, July 18 12 noon–1:30 pm Corvallis-Benton County Public Library The gathering will feature presentations by Coalition partners and action teams, highlighting what they are doing to help create a sustainable community – environmentally, socially, and economically. Paul Turner, Darkside … [Read more...]
Quarterly Gathering • April 18
Join us for lively presentations, networking and delicious snacks! A diverse mix of local sustainability efforts will be highlighted at our next quarterly gathering. Thursday, April 18 12 noon–1:30 pm Corvallis-Benton County Public Library The gathering will feature presentations by Coalition partners and action teams, highlighting what they are doing to help create a sustainable community – environmentally, socially, and economically. Carl Christianson, G. … [Read more...]
Annual Meeting slideshow
If you missed our annual meeting in January or would like a recap, here's another chance to see the slideshow. The annual meeting featured presentations about our accomplishments in 2018 and plans for 2019. We have been working on a wide variety of projects in 12 topic areas: Community Inclusion, Economic Vitality, Education, Energy, Food, Health and Human Services, Housing, Land Use, Natural Areas, Transportation, Waste Prevention, and Water. A highlight of the … [Read more...]
Annual Meeting is Friday 1/11/19
We hope you'll join us for the launch of our 13th year! You are invited to attend the Corvallis Sustainability Coalition's Annual Meeting of partner organizations and volunteers on Friday, January 11, from 12 noon to 1:30 pm at the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue. Everyone is welcome! The meeting will feature presentations on accomplishments of 2018 and plans for 2019. We have been working on a wide variety of projects in 12 topic … [Read more...]
Annual Meeting is Friday 1/12/18
We hope you'll join us for the launch of our 12th year! You are invited to attend the Corvallis Sustainability Coalition's Annual Meeting of partner organizations and volunteers on Friday, January 12, from 12 noon to 1:30 pm at the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue. Everyone is welcome! The meeting will feature presentations on accomplishments of 2017 and plans for 2018. We have been working on a wide variety of projects in 12 topic … [Read more...]
Next Quarterly Gathering is July 28
Join us for lively presentations, networking, and delicious snacks! A diverse mix of local sustainability efforts will be highlighted at the Corvallis Sustainability Coalition’s next Quarterly Gathering on Friday, July 28, from 12 noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library. The gathering will feature brief presentations by three Coalition partners and one Coalition action team. The public is invited. Presentations by Clarice Amorim Freitas of … [Read more...]
DIY Green Cleaning
Find out about safer alternatives to hazardous cleaning products and get DIY green cleaning recipes. Details HERE >> … [Read more...]
“Green” your spring cleaning
Find out about safer alternatives to hazardous products. Spring is a perfect time to make the transition from hazardous cleaning products to safer alternatives! The Coalition's Health and Human Services Action Team invites you to a special event to help you learn how. HAZARDOUS CLEANING PRODUCTS: Minimize Your Exposure & Learn Safer Alternatives Monday, April 11, 2016 6:30 to 8:00 pm Corvallis-Benton County Public Library … [Read more...]
Annual Meeting Wrap-up
The Corvallis Sustainability Coalition's Annual Meeting of partner organizations and volunteers was held on Monday, January 12, at the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library. The meeting featured presentations on accomplishments of 2014 and plans for 2015. The Coalition has been working on a wide variety of projects in 12 topic areas: Community Inclusion, Economic Vitality, Education, Energy, Food, Health and Human Services, Housing, Land Use, Natural Areas, … [Read more...]
HandsOn Willamette Creates Connections
Connect with Volunteers, Become a Volunteer! Recent studies have shown a strong connection between volunteering and significant health benefits. So it’s no surprise that the Health and Human Services section of our Community Sustainability Action Plan includes the following goal: “By 2025, 50% of Corvallis residents will volunteer in the community, resulting in 1) dedicated citizens, 2) healthier and happier residents, 3) inclusion of diverse groups, and 4) … [Read more...]
Be The Change, Change The World
HandsOn Willamette Matches Volunteers to Projects One of the goals of the Community Sustainability Action Plan relates directly to volunteerism as a way to enhance the health of our community and its people. Health and Human Services Goal 3 states, “By 2025, 50% of Corvallis residents will volunteer in the community, resulting in 1) dedicated citizens, 2) healthier and happier residents, 3) inclusion of diverse groups and 4) sharing of expertise to help meet the needs … [Read more...]