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UCAN OPENING WAITING LIST FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING UNITS 8/1/26

On August 1, 2026, UCAN will be opening its waiting list for all housing units it owns and manages in Sutherlin, Roseburg, Winston, Drain and Canyonville with the exception of one bedroom units. Those interested in being added to a waiting list will need to complete a preliminary application. Preliminary applications will be available on UCAN’s web-site as well as the UCAN office at 251 NE Garden Valley Boulevard, Roseburg, OR 97470.

Applicants may submit their preliminary application to UCAN’s office at 251 NE Garden Valley (first floor reception), by mailing it to Suite 111 at the same address, or by e-mailing it to propertymanagement@ucancap.org.  To be added to a waiting list, applicants must fully complete the preliminary application, have all required individuals sign it, and meet all initial requirements. UCAN will add successful applicants to the appropriate waiting list in the order they are received, with those received earliest having priority over those received later.

Households currently on a waiting list do not need to submit a new preliminary application. These households will maintain their position on the waiting lists they selected previously.

Those having questions may e-mail propertymanagement@ucancap.org or call UCAN Property Management at (541) 392-3511. The waiting lists will remain open for not less than 30 days, and will remain open until UCAN has a sufficient number of applicants on each waiting list. UCAN will announce any future closures of a waiting list.

UCAN is the local community action and a non-profit agency serving Douglas and Josephine County and is dedicated to enhancing prosperity and well-being throughout our communities. Our programs and services address critical issues such as housing and homelessness, food security, energy efficiency, child development, family well-being, and health. 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. Learn more at www.ucancap.org

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 build valuable leadership and workforce skills, AmeriCorps can help you turn your passion into action.

Term of service: September 2, 2026 – July 31, 2027

The deadline for member applications for the 2026-2027 service year is: July 31, 2026

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. The UCAN Food Bank has been awarded a large grant that has provided the warehouse with a building generator. This generator will ensure there is no disruption in services during an emergency or disaster. If we lose power, we are now able to continue our operations at the warehouse. We are grateful for this community support.

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.

In the Annual Report, you’ll see how UCAN helped individuals and families find stability, supported children in growing stronger through education and nutrition, and stood beside unhoused neighbors through times of change. Each number represents care in action: meals shared, shelter secured, and opportunities created across Douglas, Josephine, Klamath, and Lake Counties.

The 2025 Community Needs Assessment looks ahead, offering data and insight into the conditions shaping daily life in our communities. It identifies where need remains greatest, including housing, childcare, food access, and health, and where collective action can make the most difference.

We invite you to read both reports, learn more about UCAN’s work, and join us in shaping a stronger, more resilient future for our communities.

Fill the Barrel, Feed the Community!

September is Hunger Action Month, and UCAN Food Bank is partnering with Sherm’s Thunderbird and Columbia Bank to host the Fill the Barrel, Feed the Community Food Drive!

From September 1–30, shoppers can support local families facing food insecurity in three ways:

On Wednesday, September 10 (10 AM–6 PM), UCAN and Columbia Bank employees were on-site at Sherm’s collecting food donations. Needed items include canned meat, peanut butter, cereal, vegetables, chili, and hearty soups.

Each month, around 12,000 Douglas County residents, 25% of them children, turn to UCAN’s network of emergency pantries for food support. Every contribution helps move us closer to a community where no one goes hungry.

Read the full press release here.

UCAN launches new volunteer management platform

Volunteer with UCAN

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of UCAN’s new volunteer management platform: volunteer.ucancap.org

This system is designed to make volunteering easier, more flexible, and more rewarding as we track our impact together:

  • Build your profile. Share your interests and skills so we can connect you with the opportunities that matter most to you.
  • Find opportunities in real time. The calendar and listings are always up to date with roles that need support, from one-time events to ongoing projects. Sign up for opportunities at your own pace, whenever you have time to support our community programs.
  • Track your impact. Hours will be logged, and you will see the difference you’re making in our community.
  • Streamlined paperwork. Complete volunteer agreements and role-specific requirements directly on the site.

We encourage you to create your profile today, so you don’t miss out on upcoming events and ongoing needs.

Celebrating the Retirement of UCAN CEO Shaun Pritchard

After more than five years of dedicated leadership, UCAN announces the retirement of CEO Shaun Pritchard. Shaun joined UCAN during an exceptionally challenging time and helped guide the agency through the COVID-19 pandemic, expanded critical services across our region, and led major efforts to address homelessness and community recovery.

From launching the Gary Leif Navigation Center in Roseburg to expanding shelter and outreach services in Grants Pass, Shaun’s impact has been deeply felt across Douglas and Josephine counties. His vision and leadership helped UCAN grow stronger and more responsive to community needs.

We are grateful for all that Shaun has contributed to UCAN and wish him all the best in his next chapter. UCAN’s Chief Operating Officer, Jordan Jungwirth, will step in as Interim CEO during this leadership transition.