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 We’re turning SIX! Come and be part of East County Rising’s 6th Anniversary Gala – our biggest event of the year!  Special guests Congressman Earl Blumenauer and Esperanza K. Tervalon will be there to celebrate with us!  Date: Thursday, September 5th, 2024 Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Location: Migration Brewing Gresham, 181st & NE Wilkes  Stay updated with the latest

As our city has grown, so has the demand for emergency services. Unfortunately, Gresham has too few first responders to meet this increasing demand. On May 21st, we can change this by voting YES for the Gresham Safety Levy Measure 26-247. Gresham has seen a 46% increase in population, but the number of firefighters hasn’t changed

Hiring Field Organizers East County Rising seeks dedicated Field Organizers to join our Rising Together campaign for the 2024 elections! We need community-driven individuals to mobilize voters, educate communities, and support progressive candidates across East Multnomah County. Meaningful, rigorous, door to door work for , BIPOC, women, and working class candidates. 📅 Deadline: Rolling basis, interviews

Celebrating Hugh Harris: A Cornerstone of East County Rising We reach out to our wider community today to honor and express our gratitude to Hugh Harris, who is concluding his tenure as our Operations Manager. Hugh’s dedication and leadership have been instrumental in the seamless operation and growth of our organization. He has made an

Are you our next Field Manager? Are you passionate about community engagement and eager to make a real impact? East County Rising seeks a dynamic and dedicated Field Manager to join our team. As Field Manager, you’ll be the heartbeat of our community organizing efforts, driving voter registration, education, and mobilization programs. If you’re inspired by

Empowering East Multnomah, One Endorsement at a Time. For nearly six years, East County Rising has worked tirelessly to shift the balance of power to a more inclusive and forward-thinking coalition championed by women, LGBTQ+, and BIPOC leaders. ECR has launched its 2024 Endorsement Process for the 2024 Primary Elections in Oregon, with aspiring candidates

Are you East County Rising’s next Operations Manager? East County Rising is dedicated to organizing and engaging communities toward tangible, community-centered change. Are you passionate about making a real impact in your community? ECR is on the lookout for a dynamic and dedicated full-time Operations Manager. The Operations Manager will serve as the backbone of