“Heroes are not giant statues framed against a red sky. They are people who say: This is my community, and it is my responsibility to make it better.” – Gov. Tom McCall, one of the founders of Oregon’s land use system.
Make our community better today: We run on people power! Our work is accomplished by a dedicated and diverse group of volunteers. Nobody knows our county better than the people who call it home, and we would love your help.
Advocacy
Sign a petition, attend public meetings or hearings, speak at an event, appear in a video, talk with legislators, or staff the Thrive table at a community gathering.
Write articles or take pictures featuring local events, success stories, or initiatives that promote community engagement. Some may appear in our monthly newsletter.
Write letters to the editor. Share your perspectives in local publications by advocating for community needs and initiatives. Be on call to write on a specific topic or angle as directed by our advocacy team.
Assist Thrive Hood River in seeking funding by crafting compelling grant proposals that support our mission.
Visit and photograph planned and existing developments to ensure compliance with state and county law.
Activism
Lead a project. If you have the passion and commitment to drive a land use related initiative, Thrive can help make it happen.
Become a Board member. It is the synergy created by the diverse skills and knowledge of individual Board members and staff that has made Thrive so influential since 1977.
Research and Monitoring
Understanding land use law and analyzing permit applications requires an analytical mind and benefits from long experience. If you enjoy making a case and solving logic puzzles, ask about joining Thrive’s Monitoring and Enforcement Committee.
Read agendas for governmental meetings, alerting us to any upcoming issues. Watch or attend public meetings and report out.
Community Engagement and Events
Help plan and conduct H is for Harvest, Thrive’s annual fundraising and celebration event.
Be a member of the Thrive Events Committee. Help organize workshops and community gatherings that foster connection and promote Thrive Hood River’s mission.
Lead cycling events around the county.
Join us for mailing parties.
Lead nature walks and educational hikes.
Join our Littler Patrol community clean-up days to promote environmental stewardship.
Photography
Document community events and volunteer activities to showcase the impact of Thrive Hood River’s work through social media and promotional material.
Contribute your photography skills by donating images for Thrive Hood River’s website and marketing materials.
