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From small, one-time donations to larger gifts, everyone can help support our work across Oregon. These gifts are a critical complement to our other funding sources, which include federal, state and local government funds, grants and fees.
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On Dam Proud Day, Oregon State's day of giving, supporters everywhere come together for 24 hours dedicated to celebrating our OSU community. Thank you so much for the gifts that raise funds for our division of Extension and Engagement!
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Giving back
Discover ways OSU Extension impacts Oregon where collaboration with the community is most needed.
Transcript
Let’s say your family in Hillsboro wants to eat healthier meals and you want to support local farmers. But how do you do that on a budget? Or... You're a grass seed farmer in rural Washington County and you're concerned about crop insects and disease. How do you find trusted best practices? Or … You want to grow your own food in Tigard. But where do you start? Who do you turn to? Your local Extension Service, of course!
What's "Extension"? You've probably heard of Master Gardeners and 4-H. That's Oregon State Extension! But OSU Extension has so many more amazing programs and resources to help people make informed decisions about real-life challenges, nurture our great state's ecosystems, and play a vital role in Oregon's communities.
You see… Our teachers, researchers, and trained volunteers work alongside partners across Washington County to provide educational workshops, activities, and services that meet the needs of our unique industries, natural resources, and communities. And most Extension resources are free! Such as one-on-one conversations with experts, our Publications Hotlines, Online classes, and Website, and... our youth development clubs and activities.
Sounds pretty good, doesn't it? OSU Extension in Washington County is trusted in our community. We’re experts you can rely on, but we’re also your friends and neighbors. We’re down at the coffee shop swapping stories about crop yields. We’re in the schools teaching children nutrition and exercise. We're out in nature ensuring the health of our valuable forests and waterways.
OSU Extension is serving Washington County. And we're here for you! For more information, visit extension.oregonstate.edu/washington. Or... Call 503-821-1150. Oregon State University Extension Service. What can we help you learn? Just ask!
(Video in English)