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Serving Southwestern Oregon

United Community Action Network

Creating solutions to poverty, improving lives in our community.

UCAN provides a wide array of social, health, early education and family services throughout Douglas and Josephine County. Our mission is simple yet profound: “Creating solutions to poverty, improving lives in our community.” At UCAN, we envision a future where every resident we serve has access to the resources and opportunities necessary to realize their full social, civic, and economic potential. Our goal is to empower individuals to secure their lives and actively participate in building stronger communities.

LATEST NEWS & EVENTS

Statewide Shelter Program (SSP) Request for Applications

UCAN serves as the Regional Coordinator for the Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) Statewide Shelter Program (SSP) in Josephine and Douglas Counties .UCAN will award SSP funds to selected Subrecipients (“SSP Providers”) to support eligible shelter operations and housing focused activities. Applications are due June 30, 2026. Statewide Shelter ...
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UCAN AmeriCorps is back and recruiting for the 2026–2027 program year!

We’re excited to launch a new program design that places AmeriCorps Volunteers directly within UCAN programs, creating meaningful opportunities for local community members to serve, grow professionally, and gain hands-on experience in the social services field. Whether you’re looking to make a difference, explore a career in human services, or ...
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RFP: Food/Non-Food Products for Early Childhood Education Programs

UCAN is inviting vendors to submit proposals to provide food and related items for the Head Start/Pre-School Promise Child and Adult Care Food Program.
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Food Bank Acknowledgement of the Office of Resilience and Emergency Management – Oregon Department of Human Services

The UCAN Food Bank would like to acknowledge the Office of Resilience and Emergency Management- Oregon Department of Human Services.
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Urgent Call to Support Douglas County’s Emergency Food Network

As food insecurity reaches critical levels, the United Community Action Network (UCAN) is calling on residents, businesses, and community partners across Douglas County to take action.
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UCAN’s FY24 Annual Report and 2025 Community Needs Assessment are now available

UCAN’s FY24 Annual Report and 2025 Community Needs Assessment are now available. Together, they tell a story of our organization, and region. Where we’ve been, the impact we’ve made, and the work that still lies ahead.
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