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MRG Foundation launches Capacity Building Initiative

MRG Foundation received a $1.3m grant from Meyer Memorial Trust to launch a new Capacity Building Initiative. More »

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MRG is Hiring a Capacity Building Director

MRG Foundation is hiring an enthusiastic and highly skilled trainer, facilitator, and project manager to join our grants team and lead our new Capacity Building Initiative. More »

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So Much More than a Month

Invitations to speak for Black History Month started in January but our individual and shared histories are too broad, too deep, and too intertwined to be relegated to a single month. More »

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What are Elections for: Interview with Dan HoSang

Dan HoSang shares his thoughts and analysis on the wins and loses of 2014 and what we might accomplish together in 2015. More »

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$225,000 to Ignite Change across Oregon

MRG’s activist grantmakers award $225,000 to some of the most innovative and effective organizations in Oregon. Check out this incredible group of changemakers. More »

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Lessons from Ferguson for White Allies

Former MRG Executive Director Marjory Hamann shares her thoughts on what white allies can learn from events in Ferguson, New York, and throughout the country. More »

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Measure 88: Why We Lost and What’s Next for Oregon’s Immigrant Communities

In light of recent losses and partial victories in the fight for immigrant rights, we asked Andrea Miller of Causa Oregon to share her insights. More »

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In Ferguson, it’s the Movement, not the Moment that Matters

It’s been 108 days since Michael Brown’s shooting in Ferguson, Missouri sparked a modern day mobilization. More »

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Call for Woman Writer & Theatrical Performer – Deadline January 5th!

MRG Foundation is seeking one woman writer/performer of original theatrical work who lives in Oregon to perform at Justice within Reach 2015. More »

A panel leads a discussion with community members at MRG's vote your values forum

Times When We Can’t Stay Quiet: Voting Yes on Measure 88

Foundations often shy away from political activity, but there are times when you can’t stay quiet. Here’s why we’re voting yes on Measure 88. More »