Spoken Word Artist Toni Hill to Take the Stage at Justice Within Reach

“When I step on the stage, it’s not me anymore,” says vocal performer Toni Hill. More »

Fall Brings Staffing Changes to MRG

This is my first fall at MRG, that wonderful season of change! Here at MRG we’re changing some staff roles as we move our social justice work forward into 2012. Anita Rodgers became our interim associate director this summer to support the executive director transition, and she has accepted the position of associate director for […] More »

MRG Makes Grant to the Occupy “Sing-Along” Rally

Will we see you at Pioneer Courthouse Square later today? More »

Call for Women Performers in Oregon!

Interested in performing at Justice Within Reach in April 2012? Apply by Monday, November 14th. More »

Over 200 People at Celebrations of Marjory and Sharon

Highlights from Peace & Pie in the Park and our Portland party to celebrate two great leaders. More »

Applications Available for Fall Grants

Do you know a grassroots group in your community that’s organizing for justice? Are they looking for funding? Our next General Fund deadline is September 2, 2011 — here’s all the details you need to apply. More »

Welcoming Sharon

Lately I’ve been thinking a lot about building new relationships – mostly because this is Sharon Gary-Smith’s first week here as MRG’s new Executive Director! I’ve actually known Sharon for nearly eight years. We first met when she was on the board of the National Network of Grantmakers, an alliance of progressive foundations. I was […] More »

21 Groups, $225,000 in Grants this Summer

We’re pleased to announce the latest slate of grants to groups organizing for racial justice, economic justice and environmental protection! More »