United Way of Linn, Benton & Lincoln Counties

09/07/2026

This Labor Day, we’re celebrating the people who keep our communities moving.

From the people who care for our children and neighbors to the people who build, teach, serve, create, and keep our local businesses running—work is at the heart of a thriving community.

At United Way of Linn, Benton & Lincoln Counties, we believe everyone should have the opportunity to build a stable future for themselves and their families.

Today, we’re grateful for the workers, employers, and community partners who help make our region stronger every day.

Happy Labor Day! ❤️

09/06/2026

United is the Way. 💙

What happens when United Way leaders and changemakers come together to learn, challenge our thinking, and imagine what’s possible?

We find new ideas.
We build new connections.
We reconnect with longtime colleagues.
And we leave ready to lead through complexity and change.

The 2026 Western Regional Conference: United is the Way: Bold, Resilient, Transformative brought our United Way network together in Portland for meaningful conversations, new perspectives, and a shared look at what’s ahead.

Most importantly, the people who came together made this conference what it was. Thank you to United Way Worldwide for bringing us together, and to the United Way colleagues, sponsors, community partners, and educators who showed up with their ideas, experiences, curiosity, energy, and willingness to connect.

We left inspired—and ready to turn what we learned into action for our organizations and communities.

United is the Way. 🌎💙

09/05/2026

🚨 Will you be ready if disaster strikes?

September is National Preparedness Month—a reminder that preparedness starts before an emergency happens.

Take 3 minutes to test your disaster preparedness knowledge and learn simple steps you can take to protect yourself, your family and your community.

👉 Take the quiz: https://www.unitedway.org/united-we-prepare/quiz

Because when we’re prepared, we’re stronger together.

Will you be ready if disaster strikes? Take our quiz to get your preparedness score.

09/04/2026

Dolly’s legacy is growing right here at home. ❤️📚

Pig Out for Parton may be over, but the impact continues to grow.

Since Dolly Parton’s passing, our community has responded in an incredible way. More than 400 new children have registered for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln counties, and community members have also stepped up with generous donations to help more children receive books.

And we’re close to unlocking a $25,000 matching gift from the Wheeler Family Charitable Fund.

Couldn’t join us for Pig Out for Parton? You can still be part of the impact.

Help us unlock the full match and put even more free, high-quality books into the hands of local children.

👉 Give today:
https://fundraise.givesmart.com/e/FLwntQ?vid=1rknzl

Thank you to everyone who supported Pig Out for Parton, including our Presenting Sponsor Citizens Bank, Silver Sponsor Albany Antique Mall, and our incredible community partners Sybaris Bistro, Chef Matt Bennett, Scariano W**es, and Van Vleet Meat Company.

Together, we can carry Dolly’s legacy forward—one child and one book at a time. ❤️📚

09/02/2026

🌎 Are you a nonprofit or community organization in Linn, Benton, or Lincoln County? We’re building something for you!

United Way of Linn, Benton & Lincoln Counties is launching the Cascades to Coast Community Network—a shared regional hub designed to help organizations connect, collaborate, and reach more people.

Your organization can use the network to promote events and services, recruit volunteers and board members, connect with skilled professionals, and build relationships with other community organizations.

We’re hosting virtual tutorials on September 22, 23 & 24 from 12–1 PM to show you how it works and answer your questions.

👉 Interested? Comment below or send us a private message, and we’ll send you the tutorial links!

We’re building this with our community partners, and we’d love your organization to be part of it.

09/01/2026

💙 September is a month to come together for our communities.

This month, we’re recognizing National Preparedness Month, Hunger Action Month, and National Literacy Month—three important opportunities to strengthen our communities today and build a stronger tomorrow.

🌪️ Preparedness helps our communities be ready when challenges arise.
🥫 Fighting hunger helps ensure our neighbors have access to the resources they need to thrive.
📚 Literacy helps give children the foundation they need to learn, grow, and reach their full potential.

At United Way of Linn, Benton & Lincoln Counties, we believe lasting change happens when we come together to address the challenges facing our communities.

Follow along for resources, stories, and ways you can get involved.
Together, we can build stronger, healthier, more resilient communities.

United is the Way. 💙

08/27/2026

A big thank you to Sybaris Bistro for partnering with us for Pig Out for Parton, presented by Citizens Bank! We’re grateful to have community partners who help us bring people together to make a difference for local kids—and we can’t wait to see everyone on Sunday! 👇❤️📚

SOLD OUT!

We’re happy to be opening our doors this Sunday for “Pig Out for Parton”, a United Way of Linn, Benton & Lincoln Counties event presented by Citizens Bank.

This year’s dinner carries a little extra meaning as we remember Dolly Parton and the remarkable legacy she built through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. Millions of books, millions of children, and a pretty wonderful example of what can happen when you put a little generosity out into the world.

As Dolly sang, “I will always love you.” This Sunday, there will certainly be a lot of love for Dolly around our tables.

Matt is preparing a five-course dinner for the evening, paired with wines from Scariano W**es. Guests will be seated family-style, there’ll be some Heads or Tails fun, and it all supports United Way’s work to get books into the hands of local kids.

And there are only ~20 seats left. (!!!)

If you’d like to join us and the United Way this Sunday at 5pm, give us a call at 541-928-8157 to reserve your seat.

United Way is doing the good work. Matt’s making dinner. We’re delighted Sybaris gets to be where everyone gathers.

We think Dolly would approve. 🦋

08/27/2026

💗 Honoring Dolly’s legacy

Seating is limited for Pig Out for Parton, presented by Citizens Bank.

Like so many, we are saddened by the passing of Dolly Parton. Her legacy of generosity and her commitment to helping children through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library make this Sunday’s gathering even more meaningful.

This one-night experience at brings our community together around food, fun, and a shared purpose—helping local children build a lifelong love of reading.

Guests will enjoy:
🍽️ Five-course dinner by Chef Matt Bennett
🍷 W**e pairing featuring Scariano W**es
👥 Family-style seating
🎲 Heads or Tails game
📚 Supporting early childhood literacy

We are grateful for the continued collaboration that makes this work possible and helps strengthen our communities through shared action and impact.

We gather at the table—but the impact reaches far beyond it.

Reserve Your Seat & Purchase Tickets Today
Call Sybaris Bistro at (541) 928-8157

Learn More: unitedwaylbl.org/pig-out-for-parton.html

08/26/2026

Today, we remember a true global icon whose impact reached far beyond music.

Dolly Parton’s life was a beautiful example of what it means to use your gifts, your platform, and your heart to make the world a better place. Through her music, kindness, generosity, and extraordinary commitment to helping children and families, Dolly reminded us that even the smallest acts of compassion can create a lasting ripple.

Her legacy is one of love, hope, resilience, and giving back.

Dolly didn’t just leave behind songs. She left behind opportunities, brighter futures, and a reminder that we all have the ability to make a difference.

Thank you, Dolly, for showing the world what it looks like to lead with kindness and give with purpose. Your light will continue to shine through the countless lives you touched.

💗 Rest peacefully, Dolly. Your legacy will live on.

Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright, and author died peacefully today in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80 years old.

Dolly is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years Carl Thomas Dean (1942 – 2025), her mother Avie Lee Caroline Owens (1923 – 2003), and father, Robert Lee Parton, Sr. (1921 – 2000).

A rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see, Dolly will forever stand as an inspiration not only through her timeless music and prolific songwriting, but also her wit, warmth, and kindness that made us all feel like family. Dolly Parton’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience. With a seven-decade career, she inspired multiple generations of artists and fans with her music and an unwavering commitment to making the world a better place. Her songs will continue to resonate with people of all ages, and her philanthropic work will have a lasting impact.

At Dolly’s request, a small, private service will be held for immediate family. Dolly’s fans and friends from around the world are encouraged to pay tribute to Dolly on social media by tagging or by leaving a message at www.dollyparton.com

In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at www.imaginationlibrary.com

08/21/2026

⛳️ Team building, United Way style!

We stepped away from the office today for some mini golf and lunch—and naturally, everyone came away with a title:

🏆 Bobby: Hole-in-One
🍟 Chris: Club Breaker — playing for onion rings 😂
😂 Kevin: Got Robbed… and Still Won
📣 Carol: Team Cheerleader — cheering everyone on and helping others better their scores

Some of us brought the golf game. Some brought the competition. Some brought the encouragement. 😂

Different strengths, one team. And a pretty great way to spend an afternoon together!