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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]
January 20, 2022 at 6:00 PM

RSVP - Climate & Farmworker Rights Forum

  Dear John, Did you know that, despite being essential workers, farmworkers have been excluded from overtime pay since 1938? Now, Oregon has the opportunity to right this historic wrong by passing the Farmworker Overtime bill, which is being led by our frie…
  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]
January 19, 2022 at 7:30 PM

The 2022 Legislative Session: OCN Priorities for a Healthy Oregon

  Dear John, The legislative session is right around the corner, and we have the chance to make a big difference for Oregon’s people and places–this year, we can help protect communities from extreme heat, uphold public ownership of the Elliott State Forest,…
  Francesca Varela · [email protected]
January 5, 2022 at 6:02 PM

The OLCV Book Club is back!

  Dear John, The OLCV Book Club is back! RSVP here for our next Book Club meeting on Tuesday, March 15th at 5pm, and vote for the book you want to read. Some of you may remember that we were supposed to discuss Ben Goldfarb’s book Eager: The Surprising, Secr…
  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]
January 4, 2022 at 10:30 PM

Good News: Climate Protection Program Passes!

  Dear John, Good news: Oregon finally passed the Climate Protection Program! This is a huge step forward for Oregon–the Climate Protection Program will require industrial polluters to cut their greenhouse gas emissions in half by 2035. Send a thank you emai…
  April Christenson · [email protected]
December 31, 2021 at 8:54 PM

Deadline: midnight tonight!

Use your Political Tax Credit before it expires   John, Have you used your Oregon Political Tax Credit yet? Today is the last day to use your 2021 Political Tax Credit! The State of Oregon gives eligible tax-paying Oregonians $50 ($100 for couples filing joi…
  Doug Moore · [email protected]
December 29, 2021 at 10:19 PM

3 reasons

Help OLCV elect environmental champions in 2022   Dear John, 2022 is just three days away and here are three reasons why we need your support right now: 1. For only the second time in 25 years, we have an open governor's seat. OLCV has already endorsed Speake…
  April Christenson · [email protected]
December 27, 2021 at 11:43 PM

Deadline this Friday

Use your Political Tax Credit before time runs out!   Hi John,   This Friday, December 31st, is the deadline to use your Oregon Political Tax Credit. It's a free $50 donation ($100 for couples filing jointly) that you can give to OLCV and get back when you fi…
  OLCV · [email protected]
December 25, 2021 at 6:59 PM

Happy Holidays from all of us at OLCV

Dear John, Happy holidays from all of us at OLCV. Thank you for being part of our community. You make our work protecting Oregon's people, places, environment, and climate possible.  Warm wishes, April, Britney, Charlotte, Doug, Francesca, Julia, Lindsey, Morgan, Rachael, and Tia …
  April Christenson · [email protected]
December 23, 2021 at 9:21 PM

Time is running out

Use your Political Tax Credit to support OLCV   Hi John, It's a busy time of year, so I'll make this quick—have you used your Oregon Political Tax Credit yet? Time is running out to use this FREE donation. The State of Oregon gives eligible tax-paying Oregon…
  Britney & Tia · [email protected]
December 22, 2021 at 6:01 PM

Thank you!

  Dear John, It’s hard to believe that 2021 is already coming to a close. We want to thank you and all of our volunteers for the incredible work we were able to accomplish this year! You helped us accomplish big victories this year: In the legislative sessio…
  Doug Moore · [email protected]
December 21, 2021 at 10:08 PM

2022 is a critical election year

Help us elect environmental champions   John, Every election is important, but next year's may be the most critical election that I've worked on during my ten years as OLCV's Executive Director. For only the second time in 25 years, we have an open race for …
  Doug Moore · [email protected]
December 17, 2021 at 7:27 PM

Use this FREE donation to support the OLCV PAC

  Dear John, As the end of the year approaches, I want to make sure you know about Oregon’s Political Tax Credit. The State of Oregon gives eligible tax-paying Oregonians $50 ($100 for couples filing jointly) that you can donate to a qualified political gro…
  April Christenson · [email protected]
December 14, 2021 at 7:17 PM

Quick question

  Dear John, Have you used your Oregon Political Tax Credit yet this year? The State of Oregon gives eligible tax-paying Oregonians $50 ($100 for couples filing jointly) that you can donate to a qualified political group, including the OLCV PAC. By contribu…
  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]
December 9, 2021 at 11:52 PM

Fwd: Breaking News: OLCV Endorses Tina Kotek for Governor!

Hi John, I wanted to make sure you saw Doug's email sharing our big news--OLCV has endorsed Speaker Tina Kotek to be Oregon's next governor! Tina is a proven leader and climate champion who has stood up for our values time and time again as Speaker of the Oregon House, and we are p…
  Doug Moore · [email protected]
December 8, 2021 at 1:12 AM

Breaking News: OLCV Endorses Tina Kotek for Governor!

  John, I have incredibly big news to share with you: OLCV has endorsed Speaker Tina Kotek to be Oregon’s next governor! We are proud to give our first 2022 endorsement to Tina. She’s exactly the leader we need now to protect our clean air and water, and to …
  Francesca Varela · [email protected]
December 6, 2021 at 9:05 PM

Announcing the Climate Stories winner!

  Dear John, Reading your Climate Stories was bittersweet. Sweet, because you are all great storytellers; we received amazing stories from folks all over the state, and from all walks of life. But it was also bitter, because your stories were, in many cases…
  Doug Moore · [email protected]
December 5, 2021 at 9:59 PM

Don't forget to use your Oregon Political Tax Credit

  Dear John, As the end of the year approaches, I want to make sure you know about Oregon’s Political Tax Credit. The State of Oregon gives eligible tax-paying Oregonians $50 ($100 for couples filing jointly) that you can donate to a qualified political gro…
  April Christenson, OLCV · [email protected]
December 1, 2021 at 3:06 PM

Giving Tuesday match extended!

Your gift to OLCV doubled Dear John, Good news—we're extending our Giving Tuesday match! If you give between now and 12pm PST today, December 1st, your gift will be DOUBLED! That means your gift of $25 becomes $50, $50 becomes $100, $250 becomes $500. This is your chance to maximize…
  Morgan Bechtold-Enge · [email protected]
December 1, 2021 at 12:05 AM

There's still time to donate and have your gift matched!

Give before midnight to have your gift matched! 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 ve…
  April Christenson, OLCV · [email protected]
November 30, 2021 at 4:02 PM

Please support OLCV this Giving Tuesday

Your Giving Tuesday gift to OLCV will be doubled   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, 2022 is a critical election year that will set the course…
  Francesca Varela · [email protected]
November 24, 2021 at 6:00 PM

FWD - Big News: The Build Back Better Act Passed the House!

Dear John, As we head into the holiday season, we want to celebrate the good things in life, and keep gratitude front and center. This year, one of the top things we're grateful for is the Build Back Better Act finally passing the House! If you haven't already, please email your U.S. Representative,…
  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]
November 22, 2021 at 9:00 PM

Good News: Historic Clean Truck Rules Pass!

  Dear John, Last week, the Environmental Quality Commission (EQC) passed a historic set of Clean Truck Rules that will lead to cleaner air and reduced greenhouse gas emissions in Oregon! Will you send a quick thank you to Governor Brown and the EQC, using o…
  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]
November 20, 2021 at 12:01 AM

Big News: The Build Back Better Act Passed the House!

  Hey John, I have some great news to share--the Build Back Better Act passed the U.S. House early this morning!  And, not only that, but all of Oregon’s Democratic U.S. Representatives voted yes--including Rep. Schrader. Send a quick email to your U.S. Repr…
  Francesca Varela · [email protected]
November 16, 2021 at 6:01 PM

FWD - Hot off the press: the 2021 OLCV Scorecard is out now!

Dear John, The 2021 OLCV Scorecard just came out last week, and it's a super helpful tool for holding your lawmakers accountable, especially leading into an election year! Here's how I'm using the OLCV Scorecard to get informed: Step 1 - Honestly, I need a refresher on who my state representative a…
  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]
November 11, 2021 at 7:02 PM

FWD - It’s time: tell your U.S. Representative to pass the Build Back Better Act!

Dear John, I wanted to give you the latest update: the Build Back Better Act still hasn't gone to a vote--it's been delayed and should be going to a vote in the U.S. House next week. That means it's more important than ever to take action and encourage your U.S. Representative to vote yes on the Bui…
  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]
November 10, 2021 at 4:02 PM

Hot off the press: the 2021 OLCV Scorecard is out now!

  Dear John, Hot off the press: the 2021 Environmental Scorecard for the Oregon Legislature is now available! You can read the online version here at scorecard.olcv.org. Oregon has been through a lot in the past year. 2021 began with a freak ice storm that t…
  Francesca Varela · [email protected]
November 8, 2021 at 5:01 PM

FWD - Call for Entries: Climate Stories

Dear John, There are only a few days left until our Climate Story contest deadline on Wednesday, November 10th! If you haven't already entered your Climate Story, send it to [email protected] for a chance to win a fun prize package. Many of you have already sent us some fascinating stories--they're p…
  Doug Moore · [email protected]
November 4, 2021 at 9:36 PM

Next year at this time

  Dear John, The 2022 election is one year from now, and it’s going to be a big one for Oregon’s environment. There’s a lot on the line—we’ll be electing a new Governor, adding a congressional seat and electing a new member of Congress, and all of our state …
  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]
November 3, 2021 at 2:01 PM

It’s time: tell your U.S. Representative to pass the Build Back Better Act!

  Hey John, This is it! The Build Back Better Act—a once-in-a-generation opportunity for climate action—is about to go to a House vote. It’s time to speak up: tell your U.S. Representative to vote for strong climate action in the Build Back Better Act!  The …
  Francesca Varela · [email protected]
November 2, 2021 at 8:30 PM

Join us for a special event with author Dr. John Perona!

  Hello OLCV Book Club members!  It’s been a long time since we’ve held the OLCV Book Club, so I wanted to let you know about a different kind of book event coming up that I thought you might enjoy. On Tuesday, November 9th, a group of OLCV volunteers known …
  Francesca Varela · [email protected]
October 28, 2021 at 5:01 PM

Call for Entries: Climate Stories

  Dear John, As we head into next week’s United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Glasgow, the IPCC report on climate change is still ringing in our ears: “climate change is a code red for humanity.” We’re running out of time. Climate change isn’…
  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]
October 21, 2021 at 9:01 PM

FWD - Take Action: Tell DEQ to Strengthen Their Climate Action Plan

Dear John, The DEQ has extended the deadline to submit comments on the Climate Action Plan to October 25th! That means you still have a few days to tell the DEQ to strengthen their plan. Your voice is important, and can help encourage the DEQ to make the Climate Action Plan work fast enough to cut …
  Francesca Varela · [email protected]
October 12, 2021 at 6:00 PM

OLCV Photo Contest Winners!

  Dear John, A few weeks ago, we announced the winners of our 2021 Environmental Photo Contest at our Annual Celebration for the Environment. In case you missed it (and, if you did, you can watch the recording here), I wanted to send out an email announcing …
  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]
September 29, 2021 at 4:59 PM

FWD - Take Action: Tell DEQ to Strengthen Their Climate Action Plan

Dear John, The deadline to submit a comment asking the DEQ to strengthen their climate action plan is this Monday, October 4th! That means you only have a few days left to make your voice heard. The DEQ's draft plan is nowhere near strong enough to make enough of a difference--please join us in urg…
  April Christenson · [email protected]
September 27, 2021 at 6:06 PM

Watch now: OLCV's Annual Celebration for the Environment!

    Dear John, Thank you to everyone who joined us virtually for OLCV’s Annual Celebration for the Environment! Even though we couldn’t be together in person, you showed up to support our work protecting Oregon’s people, places, and environment and made it a…
  Doug Moore · [email protected]
September 24, 2021 at 6:16 PM

TODAY: OLCV’s Celebration for the Environment!

    Dear John, OLCV's Annual Celebration for the Environment is today! There's still time to RSVP, just click here. While we had been looking forward to being together in person this year, tonight is still going to be a lot of fun. We’re going to hear from…
  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]
September 22, 2021 at 10:01 PM

Take Action: Tell DEQ to Strengthen Their Climate Action Plan

  Dear John, It’s more clear than ever that it’s time to take action on climate change. We just had a summer of deadly heatwaves, extreme wildfires, and prolonged drought. Climate change is here, and it’s already hitting Oregon hard, endangering our health, …
  Doug Moore · [email protected]
September 21, 2021 at 3:00 PM

OLCV's Celebration for the Environment is Friday!

    Dear John, It's almost here—OLCV’s Annual Celebration for the Environment is this Friday! OLCV’s Annual Celebration for the Environment Livestreaming on Friday, September 24th, at 6pm RSVP!  We'll hear from Senator Ron Wyden, Governor Kate Brown, Orego…
  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]
September 16, 2021 at 11:00 PM

Urgent! Tell Elected Officials to Pass Fair Maps During Redistricting

  Dear John, We need your help! Right now, Oregon is going through a critical process for our democracy called redistricting. Redistricting is when the state redraws political districts based on population changes in the census, and it’s a big deal: redistri…
  Doug Moore · [email protected]
September 7, 2021 at 8:22 PM

RSVP for OLCV's Annual Celebration for the Environment!

    Dear John, It’s time to celebrate! You’re invited to OLCV’s Annual Celebration for the Environment.  OLCV’s Annual Celebration for the Environment Livestreaming on Friday, September 24th, at 6pm RSVP! For over 20 years, OLCV’s Celebration for the Envir…
  Francesca Varela · [email protected]
September 1, 2021 at 3:06 PM

FWD: Last day to enter our Environmental Photo Contest!

Dear John, I just wanted to remind you that today is your last day to enter OLCV's 2021 Environmental Photo Contest! If you haven't yet, send your photos to [email protected] by midnight tonight. Don't forget to list which category you're entering (Climate Change Close to Home, Local Wildlife, or Pet…
  Oregon League of Conservation Voters · [email protected]
August 30, 2021 at 6:50 PM

You're invited to our Annual Celebration for the Environment!

    Dear John, It's time to celebrate! You're invited to our Annual Celebration for the Environment! OLCV’s Annual Celebration for the Environment Livestreaming on Friday, September 24th, at 6pm RSVP! For over 20 years, OLCV’s Celebration for the Environme…
  April Christenson · [email protected]
August 22, 2021 at 7:41 PM

Fwd: Join us (virtually) for OLCV's Annual Celebration

  Dear John, Did you see Doug's email? You are invited to OLCV's Annual Celebration for the Environment! OLCV’s Annual Celebration for the Environment Livestreaming on Friday, September 24th, at 6pm RSVP! This is our biggest celebration of the year and supports our work protecting …
  Francesca Varela · [email protected]
August 20, 2021 at 6:00 PM

Less than two weeks left to enter our Environmental Photo Contest

  Dear John, We’ve received so many amazing entries for our 2021 Environmental Photo Contest so far! If you haven’t gotten around to it yet, you have until September 1st to email your photo(s) to [email protected]. The grand-prize winner will be featured on t…
  Doug Moore · [email protected]
August 19, 2021 at 9:18 PM

Join us (virtually) for OLCV's Annual Celebration

  Dear John, It’s time to celebrate! You’re invited to OLCV’s Annual Celebration for the Environment.  OLCV’s Annual Celebration for the Environment Livestreaming on Friday, September 24th, at 6pm RSVP! For over 20 years, OLCV’s Celebration for the Environme…
  Doug Moore · [email protected]
August 18, 2021 at 6:30 PM

Act now: tell Congress to invest in clean energy, justice, and jobs

  Dear John, On Monday, over 350 people showed up for our Virtual Town Hall with U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley! If you didn’t make it, you can watch the recording on YouTube here! During the town hall, Senator Merkley mentioned the IPCC report on climate change,…
  U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley · [email protected]
August 16, 2021 at 3:01 PM

TODAY: join me for a virtual town hall with OLCV

  Dear John, I hope you’ll join me for a virtual town hall hosted by OLCV today at 4pm. If you haven’t signed up yet, there’s still time to fill out the RSVP form and get a Zoom link before we get started this afternoon. As your U.S. Senator, I’m looking for…
  Britney VanCitters · [email protected]
August 10, 2021 at 10:30 PM

Last day to submit questions for Senator Merkley!

  Dear John, I just wanted to let you know that tomorrow is your last day to submit questions for our Virtual Town Hall with Senator Jeff Merkley! Click here to submit your questions and RSVP for the event.  All of us here at Team OLCV are really looking for…
  Doug Moore · [email protected]
August 5, 2021 at 11:02 PM

National climate action is on the line!

  Dear John, At first glance the sky just seems overcast, but then the weak, red sun gives it away--that dim wildfire glow that’s all too familiar after last summer. We’ve only had a few days of mild smoke here in the Portland area. Meanwhile, folks in south…
  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]
August 3, 2021 at 9:15 PM

FWD - Join Us: OLCV Town Hall with Senator Jeff Merkley

Dear John, Our Virtual Town Hall with Senator Jeff Merkley is less than two weeks away, and big things are already happening in Washington D.C. The senate is getting ready to vote on the bipartisan infrastructure proposal, and climate champs like Senator Merkley are fighting for the $3.5 trillion pa…