In the 1990s, Oregonians were asked in a series of surveys and workshops what they wanted the state’s future to include. They resoundingly called for clean air and water, open space, parklands, natural areas, and fish and wildlife habitat.

Since 1989, Earth Share has asked Oregonians every year to stand by that vision of a healthy environment by supporting the groups who work to keep people healthy, preserve places for wildlife and reduce global warming.  Renewable Northwest Project is one of those groups. Our membership in Earth Share of Oregon enables us to reach out to a broad cross–section of the state that might not otherwise learn about our work. This results not only in increased financial support, but helps us build bridges based on understanding the challenges and successes of environmental work.

Renewable Northwest Project uses funds raised through Earth Share to educate business and residential customers across the state about the environmental and econmic benefits of renewable power.

Here’s how it works:  Earth Share cooperates with private and public employers to offer a payroll deduction program through which employees can either donate to Earth Share of Oregon (ESOR) as a whole or to designate a gift for one or more ESOR members. 

The key to success for Earth Share members is participation – increasing the number of employers who offer this opportunity to their employees.  This is where you can help.

First, find out if your workplace allows employees to donate to Earth Share of Oregon.  If you aren’t sure, check the list of Earth Share’s Business Partners at www.earthshare-oregon.org.

Next, if you don’t have an Earth Share campaign, ask your company president or other top leaders if they would consider starting one.  Trudy Toliver, Earth Share of Oregon’s Executive Director, can help you approach your company’s leaders and provide materials for them to review. If you are an owner or leader in your company, it makes adding an Earth Share campaign that much easier!

To learn more about bringing Earth Share to your workplace,
call Trudy at 503-223-9015 or email her at trudy@earthshare-oregon.org.

Other links referring to Earth Share of Oregon:

> About Earth Share of Oregon

> Protect the Earth – through public speaking

> A little help from our friends

> Explore Earth Share's new web site!