Season of Giving: How You Can Support Community Health November 10, 2025 A healthy community starts with each of us. Whether through donations or on-site volunteering, your generosity fuels the people and programs working every day to bring healing, hope and connection here at home. IHN-CCO is proud to partner with organizations in Linn, Benton and Lincoln counties dedicated to improving local health. From increasing access to quality care to addressing social determinants of health (like providing safe housing, transportation and nutritious food), few investments are as meaningful to the well-being of our friends and neighbors. This season of giving, we hope you will consider supporting these community-based efforts so they can grow and thrive. While the list of worthy organizations is extensive, we’ve compiled a few examples below of projects that are making a difference across our region, along with many ways you can help. Each of these projects has been funded by IHN-CCO’s Delivery System Transformation (DST) Committee, a unique approach to advancing innovative health solutions and lowering costs. Together, we can build a healthier future for everyone. Corvallis Daytime Drop-in Center Located at 559 SW 4th St., the Corvallis Daytime Drop-in Center provides information, referrals and direct services for individuals experiencing homelessness, poverty, mental health and substance use disorders. That includes everything from providing basic needs (clothing, shoes and hygiene items) to applying for food and housing assistance. Support Corvallis Daytime Drop-in Center Make a financial donation online, or mail checks to P.O. Box 1705, Corvallis, OR 97339. Make your checks or money orders payable to Corvallis Daytime Drop-in Center. Volunteer — To learn more about volunteering your time or donating services, please contact Dr. Allison Hobgood, Executive Director, at 458-233-5327 or email [email protected]. Donate goods — Items can be mailed or dropped off at the center’s physical location, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to noon. You can check the Current Needs List to find out what guests need most right now. If you need to coordinate drop-off, please contact Hobgood at 458-233-5327 or [email protected]. Hub City Village Hub City Village is the first tiny home community in Albany to help those experiencing homelessness and housing instability. Residents include veterans, seniors, small families, people with disabilities and youth aging out of the foster care system. The village was established by the nonprofit Creating Housing Coalition, in collaboration with several agencies, and includes 27 tiny homes. Support Hub City Make a financial donation online. Donations can be either one-time or monthly payments. Volunteer — Volunteer opportunities at the village have included filling hygiene kits, sewing welcome quilts and establishing a community garden for residents. To learn more about what you can do to volunteer, email [email protected]. Pledge Your Support — Pledging your support to end homelessness in Albany can take several forms, from direct contributions to simply writing your local elected officials and urging action. To learn more, call 541-791-6262 or email [email protected]. Hub City Village in Albany was established by the nonprofit Creating Housing Coalition in collaboration with several agencies and includes 27 tiny homes in total. CHANCE Communities Helping Addicts Negotiate Change Effectively (C.H.A.N.C.E.) is a nonprofit with locations across Linn, Benton and Lincoln counties to support those experiencing homelessness and addiction through peer support services and community shelters. Recently, the organization also partnered with Samaritan Health Services and Linn County Mental Health to develop a Mental Health Home Clinic in Lebanon, providing comprehensive treatment for those with severe behavioral and mental health challenges. Donate to C.H.A.N.C.E. Your financial support can be one-time or recurring. The C.H.A.N.C.E. main office is located at 231 SE Lyons St. in Albany. The organization also operates a shelter in Albany, and has offices in Corvallis, Newport and Lebanon.
