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About
Central Oregon Gives is not just an annual giving program; it’s a movement that empowers our community to come together and make a real difference. Powered by your favorite free, weekly newspaper, The Source, Central Oregon Gives has consistently raised thousands of dollars each year for local nonprofits. But we need your help to keep the momentum going and continue supporting the causes that matter most to our community.
Our Mission:
At The Source, our mission is clear: to delve deeper into the stories that Central Oregon is talking about and provide you with thoughtful, well-researched, sometimes humorous and always entertaining insights into the issues that impact our lives. We do this with a lens of equity and social justice, striving for balanced journalism, and backed by diligent fact-checking.
Our Commitment:
The Source’s Publisher, Aaron Switzer, founded Central Oregon Gives as an extension of our work in the community. We are not just reporters; we are neighbors, friends, and fellow residents who care deeply about Central Oregon. The team behind this campaign consists of dedicated The Source staff members who generously donate their time and energy to this incredible project each year.
Your Support Matters:
By becoming a member of The Source community, you directly support our mission of providing high-quality journalism, driving community engagement, and making a positive impact in Central Oregon.
Join Us Today:
Help us ensure that The Source remains a vital part of our community and continues to make a meaningful impact. Become a member today and be a part of something bigger than just newsprint. Your support keeps our journalism strong and our commitment to Central Oregon unwavering.
To become a member and support local journalism, simply click the link below. Together, we can make Central Oregon an even better place to live, work, and thrive.
Meet our Design & Web Partner

People People is a boutique brand and interactive studio based in Seattle and Bend. For 20+ years they’ve help helped companies across the Northwest and beyond discover and tell their stories. Central Oregon Gives is grateful for the ongoing support of the People People team for helping bring our brand and website to life.
NONPROFIT PRIZES
The gift that keeps on giving! Top performing nonprofits will earn extra cash at the end of the campaign.