Secretary of State-elect Shemia Fagan · [email protected]

December 15, 2020 at 3:00 PM

We need groups like OLCV more than ever

  Dear John, This November, I was elected to serve as Oregon’s next Secretary of State. I’m a proud lifelong Oregonian, who grew up in Dufur and The Dalles. Before running for Secretary of State, I served in both the Oregon House and Senate. I ran for Secret…

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  Doug Moore · [email protected]

December 11, 2020 at 8:03 PM

2020 by the numbers

  Have you used your Political Tax Credit yet this year? It’s a $50 donation ($100 for couples filing jointly) that you can give to OLCV PAC and get it back when you file your taxes! Click here to donate. Dear John, The 2020 election was unlike any other, in…

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  Francesca Varela · [email protected]

December 10, 2020 at 10:01 PM

John, you’re invited to join the Town Hall Team!

  Dear John, Now that the election is over, Oregon’s state senators and representatives are getting ready for the 2021 Legislative Sessionーand so are we. We’ll stop at nothing to make sure that the next generation inherits clean air, clean water, healthy for…

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  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]

December 7, 2020 at 11:00 PM

You helped elect these climate champs

  Have you used your Political Tax Credit yet this year? It’s a $50 donation ($100 for couples filing jointly) that you can give to OLCV PAC and get it back when you file your taxes! Click here to donate. Hi John, In 2019 and again earlier this year, Republi…

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  Doug Moore · [email protected]

December 5, 2020 at 3:01 PM

Have you used your Political Tax Credit?

  Dear John, Do you know about Oregon’s Political Tax Credit? Eligible Oregonians can give $50 (individual) or $100 (couples filing jointly) to the OLCV PAC and get it back when they file their taxes.  You are eligible if: You are an Oregon resident. You wi…

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

December 2, 2020 at 6:01 PM

John, the Elliott State Forest needs your help!

  Dear John, The Elliott State Forest needs your help! We’ve stood up for the Elliott time and time again, banding together to protect this priceless old-growth forest from being illegally logged and sold to private timber companies. Now, the State Land Boar…

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  Morgan Bechtold-Enge · [email protected]

December 2, 2020 at 12:04 AM

Have your Giving Tuesday gift to OLCV doubled

  Dear John,   There’s still time to make a Giving Tuesday donation to OLCV and have your gift matched! Click here to donate. If you give $100 or more, you’ll be entered to win an OLCV swag bag! I’m sure that, like mine, your inbox is very full today! There are a lot of great cause…

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  April Christenson · [email protected]

December 1, 2020 at 3:01 PM

Please support OLCV this Giving Tuesday

  Today only: Donate to OLCV and your gift will be doubled! Plus, all donors who give $100 or more will be entered to win an OLCV swag bag! Dear John, During this incredibly difficult year, what has been giving you hope? For me, it’s young people, includin…

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

November 13, 2020 at 11:01 PM

If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it: protect Oregon’s Bottle Bill

  Hey John, Here in Oregon, we know a thing or two about recycling. For almost 50 years, the Bottle Bill has encouraged people to recycle glass, metal, and plastic bottles, while raising money for better recycling initiatives. Other states have long looked u…

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  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]

November 6, 2020 at 11:01 PM

John, deep breath...and Oregon results

  Hey John, If it feels like you have been holding your breath, you are not alone. Across Oregon, and across the country (very possibly the world), so many of us have been anxiously awaiting election results. “Too close to call” sounds like the status of our…

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  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]

November 3, 2020 at 3:02 PM

The shortest email you'll ever receive from us...

  Hey John, This is most likely the shortest email you’ll ever get from us: we just wanted to remind you that you can find a ballot drop box near you here and that you have until 8pm tonight to vote in this critical election for our future. Also don't forget…

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  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]

November 2, 2020 at 8:47 PM

John, here’s how you can help before election day tomorrow!

  Hey John, Tomorrow is the big day—election day! Here in Oregon, we’re seeing a historically high turnout of voters, with almost 2 million ballots already received. Is yours one of them? If you haven’t voted yet, this is your last chance: you have until 8pm…

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  Francesca Varela · [email protected]

October 31, 2020 at 5:00 PM

FWD - A scary story.

Happy Halloween!Hey John, Happy Halloween! I just wanted to remind you that this is your last weekend to vote! Ballots need to be turned in to a ballot box by 8pm on Tuesday, November 3rd. So, if you haven't already, please check out our endorsements for environmental champions, fill out your ballot…

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  Francesca Varela · [email protected]

October 28, 2020 at 4:30 PM

A scary story.

Just in time for Halloween...   Hey John, Halloween is coming up this Saturday, but there’s something much scarier on my mind: Oregon’s future. I grew up here in Oregon, and throughout my 27 years I’ve watched extreme wildfires, prolonged drought, and summer …

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  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]

October 22, 2020 at 6:01 PM

Filling out your ballot? Here are the environmental champs in your area!

  Hey John, The countdown is on: Election Day is less than two weeks away! And every day from now through November 3rd is critical for getting out the vote and helping create a better future for Oregon.  Ballots were mailed out last week, and Oregon is alrea…

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

October 16, 2020 at 10:02 PM

Take Action: Ban Chlorpyrifos in Oregon!

  Dear John, In 2019, a helicopter flew over eight-year-old Honor La Barge’s house in Silverton, Oregon, and sprayed their property with chlorpyrifos, a dangerous insecticide meant for the neighbor’s Christmas tree farm. That night, Honor developed a fever, …

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  Doug Moore · [email protected]

October 15, 2020 at 7:08 PM

OR Senators Kim Thatcher & Tim Knopp Named to National “Dirty Dozen in the States” List

  Dear John, National League of Conservation Voters just named Senators Kim Thatcher and Tim Knopp to their “Dirty Dozen in the States” List, which highlights the worst environmental candidates in the nation at the state and local level.  Help us defeat two of 2020’…

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  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]

October 14, 2020 at 9:31 PM

What’s at stake this election (and who to vote for!)

OLCV Endorsements are ready for you!   Hey John, With the election less than three weeks away, and ballots on their way to voters, young people are speaking out with an urgent message: this election is critical for their future.  After watching last week’s Yo…

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  Francesca Varela · [email protected]

October 9, 2020 at 2:01 PM

FWD: Facebook Live Event TONIGHT Featuring Youth Climate Activists

Dear John, I just wanted to remind you to tune into Facebook Live at 4:30pm this afternoon for one of the highlights of Climate Action Week: a special Facebook Live event featuring youth climate activists! To watch, head over to the OLCV Facebook page at 4:30pm! In honor of Youth Climate Action Day…

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  Britney VanCitters · [email protected]

October 7, 2020 at 4:02 PM

John, care about this election? Here’s how you can help this week.

  Dear John, As we head into day three of Climate Action Week, I’m so grateful for all the amazing volunteers who showed up to take action so far! There’s still time to join in and help get pro-climate candidates elected: sign up here! We got things started …

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  Doug Moore · [email protected]

October 6, 2020 at 6:51 PM

Help us elect these pro-environment candidates

  Dear John, Oregonians will start receiving their ballots next week. There’s a lot at stake for Oregon’s people and places this election. Please make an urgent contribution to the OLCV PAC today and help us elect pro-environment candidates in races from loc…

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  Francesca Varela · [email protected]

October 5, 2020 at 3:02 PM

Take Action: Climate Action Week Starts TODAY!

  Dear John, Today marks the first day of Climate Action Week! Here’s how it works: between today and Sunday (October 5th through October 11th), there will be fun phone banking opportunities and online actions you can participate in each day. You can sign up…

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  Francesca Varela · [email protected]

October 3, 2020 at 2:00 AM

OLCV Book Club’s Next Book!

  Dear John, Wow, things have been busy here at OLCV! With the election coming up, we’ve been so focused on helping elect climate champions that I’m only just now getting back to you about the OLCV Book Club! A few weeks ago (or, um, maybe a month ago), I as…

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

September 30, 2020 at 10:02 PM

Protect 300,000 Acres of Coastal Forest!

  Dear John, We need your help to protect the Tillamook and Clatsop State Forests! Next week, on October 6th, the Board of Forestry is voting on whether or not to move forward with a plan that would protect 300,000 acres of state forestland. Send an email an…

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  Britney VanCitters · [email protected]

September 28, 2020 at 10:31 PM

FWD: John, will you join us for Climate Action Week?

Dear John, The election is just over a month away! Can you believe it? Time is really flying by. Usually I'd be out knocking on doors right now, asking community members to vote for the pro-climate leaders Oregon so desperately needs. Instead, we're spreading the word digitally this year during Clim…

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  Doug Moore · [email protected]

September 24, 2020 at 6:26 PM

The election is 40 days away, help us elect environmental champions

  Dear John, The 2020 General Election is only 40 days away. We are in the final push to elect pro-environment candidates in important races from local to statewide. Will you help us get our endorsed candidates across the finish line by making a contribution…

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  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]

September 22, 2020 at 8:30 PM

A quick question for you, John, on National Voter Registration Day!

A new survey question for you...   Dear John, It’s been a while since we sent out our first and second member survey questions, but we’ve been saving the third for a special occasion...National Voter Registration Day! Today, on National Voter Registration Day…

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  April Christenson · [email protected]

September 22, 2020 at 1:14 AM

Congratulations Vacasa Raffle Winners!

Thank you to everyone who entered our Vacasa raffle! The five lucky winners are: Jonathan Poisner, Nova Newcomer, Walt Mintkeski, Allen Hancock, and Mary Scurlock. You will all be receiving a $1000 Vacasa gift certificate! We will be contacting you directly with information on how …

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  Francesca Varela · [email protected]

September 19, 2020 at 6:01 PM

Announcing the Nature Nearby Photo Contest winners!

  Dear John, As this difficult week comes to an end, I wanted to send you something to help cheer you up—the winners of the OLCV Nature Nearby Photo Contest! Since early last week, most of us have been staying inside to avoid the intense wildfire smoke. Yest…

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  April Christenson · [email protected]

September 18, 2020 at 1:01 PM

Last chance: enter to win a $1000 Vacasa gift certificate!

  Dear John, Thank you to everyone who attended our Virtual Annual Celebration for the Environment last Friday! I am happy to report that it was a big success. With the help of generous supporters like you we can continue to fulfill our mission: protecting…

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

September 18, 2020 at 12:31 AM

Stand up to fossil fuel interests at an Oregon Climate Action Plan town hall!

  Dear John, We need your help protecting the Oregon Climate Action Plan (OCAP) from the fossil fuel industry! In two weeks, join us for a virtual town hall hosted by the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality, and speak up in support of a strong climate…

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  Britney VanCitters · [email protected]

September 17, 2020 at 1:20 AM

John, will you join us for Climate Action Week?

  Dear John, Our hearts are with everyone who has been affected by the wildfires—those who have lost homes, communities, and family members. We know it can be hard to think about the future right now, especially when we know these fires are a symptom of some…

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  Doug Moore · [email protected]

September 15, 2020 at 7:02 PM

Wildfire resources and how you can help

  Dear John, As a supporter of OLCV, we count on you to help when we need you—emailing your legislators, helping elect climate champions, donating to support our work, and more. This email is different. Today, we’re turning our attention to an issue weighing…

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  Doug Moore · [email protected]

September 11, 2020 at 8:34 PM

TONIGHT: OLCV's (Virtual) Annual Celebration

Dear John, Today is a day of celebration for our organization—our Annual Celebration for the Environment, our biggest fundraising event and party of the year. But it’s hard to feel like celebrating right now when our state is battling a devastating and unprecedented wildfire emerge…

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  Francesca Varela · [email protected]

September 10, 2020 at 9:30 PM

John, here's how you can participate in Welcoming Week!

  Dear John, Did you know that next week is Welcoming Week? This nationwide event invites us to stand in solidarity with immigrant and refugee communities, and to make connections to build stronger and more inclusive communities.  As the daughter of an immig…

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

September 4, 2020 at 1:01 AM

Oregon’s carbon-storing forests need your help!

  Dear John, Did you know that Oregon’s forests play a major role in fighting climate change? Our moss-shrouded temperate forests aren’t just beautiful—they also store more carbon than almost any other ecosystem on Earth! And, yet, the Oregon Department of F…

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  Francesca Varela · [email protected]

September 1, 2020 at 9:01 PM

John, what should we read for our next OLCV Book Club pick?

  Hi John, Thank you to everyone who joined us for our second OLCV Book Club meeting! We had a great discussion about Saving Big Creek. I loved this book, and really enjoyed the way Andrea brought this piece of Oregon’s history to life. Thank you again to An…

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  Francesca Varela · [email protected]

August 27, 2020 at 6:01 PM

FWD: There's still time to answer our second member question!

Dear John, There's still time to answer our second member survey question! We want to know: which part of our work do you find the most useful? Is it taking online actions to support environmental issues? Or being able to look up our endorsements as you're filling out your ballot? Or reading our Env…

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  Doug Moore · [email protected]

August 26, 2020 at 9:43 PM

You're invited to OLCV's (Virtual) Annual Celebration for the Environment

  Dear John, 2020 has been a big year for Oregon’s environment. In March, Governor Kate Brown signed one of the boldest climate action executive orders in the country, and in November, we have the chance to elect environmental champions in races from local t…

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  Francesca Varela · [email protected]

August 25, 2020 at 9:00 PM

One week left to enter our Nature Nearby Photo Contest!

  Hi John, There’s only one week left to enter our Nature Nearby Photo Contest! Thank you to everyone who’s already entered. If you haven’t yet, email us a photo of nature in your neighborhood (at [email protected]) for a chance to win!  We’ll be revealing t…

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  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]

August 21, 2020 at 12:00 AM

Protect Oregon’s Vote-By-Mail System!

  Hey John, The general election is coming up fast, and, as you’ve likely seen in the news, Trump is threatening our vote-by-mail system. Will you join us in fighting for our democracy, and protecting vote-by-mail? Ask your lawmakers to pass a bill that woul…

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  Francesca Varela · [email protected]

August 11, 2020 at 10:31 PM

The results are in! And a new survey question.

A new survey question for you...   Dear John, The results are in from our first member survey question! When asked to name your top environmental issue, the overwhelming majority of you said climate change.  Over the last several years, we have made climate c…

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  Doug Moore · [email protected]

August 8, 2020 at 3:01 PM

Join us for OLCV's Virtual Annual Celebration for the Environment

  Dear John, You're invited to OLCV's Virtual Annual Celebration for the Environment on Friday, September 11th. Join us from home for our biggest fundraising event of the year. Hear from elected officials and OLCV-endorsed candidates running for office, and …

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

August 5, 2020 at 5:01 PM

FWD: John, our clean air and water are at risk!

Only a few days left to email your lawmakers!Dear John, Lawmakers have officially been called to a special session, this Monday, August 10th! Act now: email your state senator and state representative, and urge them not to cut funding for clean air and water, wildlife, and renewable energy. So many…

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  Francesca Varela · [email protected]

August 4, 2020 at 8:45 PM

Some photos from our Nature Nearby Photo Contest!

Some of the entries we've received so far...   Hi John, I’m loving all the photos OLCV members have entered into our Nature Nearby Photo Contest so far! From native tree frogs to herds of elk, it’s been fascinating to see just how much of the natural world we…

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

July 31, 2020 at 1:00 AM

Act now: our clean air and water are at risk!

Our communities need clean air and water now more than ever!   Dear John, Last week, I testified at a virtual public hearing, urging lawmakers not to cut funding for clean air and water, renewable energy, and so many other environmental programs that Oregonia…

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  Francesca Varela · [email protected]

July 28, 2020 at 6:02 PM

FWD: which environmental issue do you care most about?

We have a question for you... Hey John, Have you answered our first member survey question yet? There are so many environmental issues we all care about, but we want to know which environmental issue interests you the most. Environmental Justice? Climate change? Wildlife? Land-use? C…

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  Francesca Varela · [email protected]

July 25, 2020 at 12:00 AM

Which environmental issue do you care most about?

  Hi John, Team OLCV isn’t just made up of the staff and board--it’s also made up of members like you: the action-takers, donors, voters, and volunteers who make up our amazing community. One of our goals for this summer is to get to know all of you better! …

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  Francesca Varela · [email protected]

July 18, 2020 at 1:26 AM

OLCV Photo Contest -- Nature Nearby!

Dear John, Announcing...OLCV’s 2020 Photo Contest! This year’s theme? Nature Nearby.   We’ve all been spending more time close to home--hanging out in the yard, walking to the local park, stopping quite literally to smell the roses along the way. For our Nature Nearby Pho…

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

July 15, 2020 at 1:46 AM

How clean buildings can help Oregon fight climate change

Dear John, Oregon is growing fast--by the year 2050, more than 700,000 new homes and 800 million square feet of new commercial space will be added to our communities. These new buildings will last for years--for decades; maybe even centuries. Will they run on fossil fuels? W…

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