Impact Childhood Education
Eugene, OR — “A supportive and stable home environment can complement the efforts of educators, leading to improved student achievement. Affordable housing may foster the educational success of low-income children by supporting family financial stability, reducing mobility, providing safe, nurturing living environments, and providing a platform for community development.” The…
Down to Earth – Housing Hero 2021
Eugene, OR– Roses are red, violets are blue. Thank you Down to Earth, we couldn’t do it without you! Please help us celebrate Down to Earth Home, Garden and Gift as our first Housing Hero of 2021! Over the holiday season, Down to Earth hosted a donation drive to directly…
Three Ways Affordable Housing Helps Families Climb the Economic Ladder
Eugene, OR — “Increasing and preserving the supply of affordable housing and rental assistance in areas connected to good schools, well-paying jobs, healthcare, and transportation helps families climb the economic ladder and leads to greater community development.” -Campaign for Housing and Community Development Funding (CHCDF) 1 – Education It is…
Christmas Toy Deliveries Bring Smiles
Eugene, OR.– Our hearts were full last week as we delivered presents to 25 families sponsored by the Salvation Army. Thanks to their support and YOUR continued support, dozens of children will have presents under their trees this year. With the help of our service coordinators, families were able to…
Seven Year Old Timothy’s Christmas Wish Came True
Eugene, OR.– Seven year old Timothy wants to be a police officer when he grows up. It’s been a tough year for him, like so many. He’s autistic and struggles to learn from home during Covid-19. With the help of his mother and grandmother, he’s getting through it. His mom…
Covid Vaccine Arrives in Oregon, What Do You Need to Know?
Eugene, OR.– The day have finally come. A Covid vaccine is being distributed to states across the U.S. In fact, Governor Brown announced the Covid Vaccine has arrived in Oregon. Many residents who live in affordable housing are seniors who are especially at-risk. Here’s what we know right now: How…
Support Small Business and Cornerstone this Holiday Season
Eugene, OR.– If you haven’t been to Down to Earth in downtown Eugene, you are missing out. One foot in the door and you are immediately in a treasure trove of original, hand made, one of a kind items for your home and garden. It’s an especially magical place during…
Happy Holidays from the Zimmerman Family
Eugene, OR.– Covid has brought challenges on many families this year. Recently when we caught up with the Zimmerman family who shared their struggles this year. Daniel was laid off from his job as a delivery driver and Kendra, who works in the service industry, has been out of work…
It’s #GivingTuesday and we’re grateful for YOU!
It’s #Givingtuesday but we want to take the opportunity to give YOU gratitude for all you do for us 365 days a year. 2020 has not been easy for anyone but you have continued to support hard working families, seniors and people with disabilities. It’s not just a home that you…
Support Cornerstone and Small Business Saturday
Eugene, OR.– Join this Holiday Season as we raise money for hundreds of local low income families in need! We are once again, grateful to join forces with local business Down to Earth. With each purchase at their store, you can make a donation directly to Cornerstone. The fundraiser kicks…
Seniors Antique to Get Motivated
Eugene, OR.– One of the highlights of our job is to see residents get outside and create friendships. A recent trip to historic Downtown Coburg to go antiquing was a great opportunity to get some fresh air and some good conversation (pre-lockdown). Residents from our Get Motivated group for seniors…
Local Boy Scouts Volunteer for Halloween Fun
Eugene, OR.– We are an organization that thrives because of the kindness of our amazing volunteers and we have missed them terribly during Covid-19. That’s why it was such a treat to welcome the Boy Scouts of America Troop 428 to our Willakenzie Crossing property to help us stuff 150…
