OnPoint Community Credit Union and KGW are Stepping Up For Education. Join us and these local non-profit organizations that are enriching the lives of thousands of young people in our community.
Featured Organization: Chess for Success
Chess for Success is a leading education organization where K-8th grade students learn skills that are often overlooked: critical-thinking, good decision-making, patience and understanding the consequences of their actions. Self-confidence increases when they play chess, students are seen as smart--and they start to see themselves that way.Every day the students their clubs face the very real challenges of living in poverty. And because they attend schools in low-income areas, they face low expectations and lack of opportunities that can be devastating. Chess for success is making a difference. Learn more>
Organizations Helping Local Kids
SMART reaches thousands of Oregon children with vital one-on-one reading support, and books for those who need them most. Learn More>
The Children's Book Bank gathers thousands of new and gently-used books from the community. Learn More>
Reach out and Read prepares America's youngest children to succeed in school by partnering with doctors to prescribe books and encourage families to read together. Learn More>