Escape the heat with free adventures!
Are your kids itching for some adventure this summer? Maybe they want to explore ancient Greek labyrinths…Or perhaps your family wants to cool off from the heat and dive into some undersea puzzles and challenges? You can do all of this through the Eugene Public Library’s online escape…
Welcome to the team Matt!
Cornerstone is thrilled to welcome Matt Salazar on board! He’s joining the team as a Project and Asset Manager. Matt is already very familiar with Cornerstone after serving on the board through the “Scholars on Board” Program through the University of Oregon. He just completed his Graduate Degree in Nonprofit…
Connecting Families to Healthy Food during Covid-19
We are thrilled to bring back our Extra Helping Program! Due to Covid-19 we hit pause for the past several months. Now–with masks and social distancing, we are now able to connect in person. For families and residents on a fixed income, getting enough nutritious food can be tough. Together…
New report: “11 million households in U.S. cannot afford rent”
Did you know that 11 million households in the United States have extremely low incomes and cannot afford rent? The National Low Income Housing Coalition (NILHC) just released its report, “Out of Reach 2020: The High Cost of Living.” The report covers the disparity between a household’s earned wages and…
“We’re on track”–Shelley’s story
Shelley is such an inspiration! She’s a single mom who has lived at Richardson Bridge Apartments for the past 13 years. Although she grew up in the Eugene area, for 10 years she lived in Florida. There, she and her three children were homeless, living in a camper on a…
Breaking Down Oregon’s Housing Crisis
Did you know thousands of Oregon families don’t have a roof over their head each night? According to Housing Oregon, a fellow nonprofit, thousands of working families aren’t able to make enough to afford a good place to live. “In Oregon, a worker making minimum wage needs to work 84…
Virtual library fun for kids!
There are a lot of disappointed parents and kids out there, who want to head to their favorite library branch but can’t. Right now, during Covid-19, the Eugene Public Library buildings are closed. However, that doesn’t mean your love of reading has to be put on pause! The Library is…
It’s virtually fun for the whole family!
Like so many parents right now, it can be a struggle to keep your family entertained during Covid-19. Why not take a trip to the Oregon Country Fair, virtually? The “Fair in the Clouds” 3D experience is free and will take place July 10 – July 12. Visitors will be…
Thank you for giving the gift of independence on this 4th of July!
We are wishing you and your family a safe and fun 4th of July! While we know this 4th of July probably doesn’t look like ones before it, we hope you are finding a special way to spend time with those you love. On this Independence Day we want to…
New study: Low-income adults, younger households hit hardest by Covid-19
The Census Bureau just released their New Household Pulse Survey this month and it’s painting a grim picture for many low-income Americans. According to their findings, of people who make less than $25k and experienced job loss, half said they had no idea where their next month’s rent or mortgage…
New Mask Requirements
We are far from being done with this pandemic. As of July 1st, Oregonians are now required to wear masks in indoor public places. The only exceptions are those with medical conditions that prevent them from using a face covering or children under the age of 12. “We are seeing…
Walking it off during Covid-19
While Covid-19 has forced us to stay home, it’s also forced us to find other ways to stay connected. Gina, one of our Resident Services Coordinators, started a “Coffee Connection” virtual group to give parents an outlet during the pandemic. During the chats, the group read a workbook on managing…
