Events
Siuslaw Vision hosts trainings. workshops, and events and community meetings. See our upcoming and archived events below! For more Siuslaw community events, go to rivercal.org
Upcoming Events
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Bridge Lane
Connect – Learn – Engage
Florence Events Center
April 16, 2025 3pm-6pm
Bridge Lane will combine a job fair, career exploration, and community resources at the Florence Events Center from 3 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, April 16. The event is free and family-friendly.
For job seekers, Bridge Lane will: help you connect with employers who are currently hiring or will be hiring for the summer season, provide an onsite resume lab with printers and staff to assist you in preparing resumes and job applications, educational and training resources.
Adults of all ages and students looking for summer or part-time work are welcome!
Bridge Lane also includes community resources, including health care information, nonprofits who can help you find services and resources, and volunteer opportunities.
“Bridge Lane events are part of a cornerstone initiative dedicated to fostering growth and connectivity in Lane County,” said organizer Lane County Collaborative Economic Development. “The mission is to bridge gaps by providing the essential resources and support that create stronger communities.”
Bridge Lane is family friendly. For those interested, child care will be available so parents can visit career and resource spaces while their children play. Siuslaw Vision also has some child/elder care stipends available for those who would like to arrange care at home with a care provider of your choice. Please email coordinator@siuslawvision.org to request a stipend.
Bridge Lane is sponsored and organized by Lane County Collaborative Economic Development, Lane Workforce Partnership, and City of Florence, with local partners from Siuslaw School District, Small Business Development Center, RAIN Catalysts, Florence Area Chamber of Commerce, and Siuslaw Vision.
Mastering Grants: Trips, Tricks & Expert Insights
Senior & Activities Center
April 26, 2025 10am-3pm
Make a Greater Impact—Learn the Strategies for Successful Grant Funding!
Join us on Saturday April 26th for Mastering Grants: Tips, Tricks & Expert Insights, brought to you by Siuslaw Vision and Susy Lacer, Grant Professional Certified (GPC). These workshop sessions are designed to give Siuslaw region grant seekers practical knowledge on how to submit competitive, ethical grant requests. At only $50, this workshop is subsidized for Siuslaw area residents! We gratefully accept additional donations.
Doors open at 9:30, please arrive early to sign in, enjoy coffee and/or tea, and be ready for the workshop to start promptly at 10am.
Morning Session: Tips for Success – Best Practices for Grant Seeking
This fast-moving session will provide an overview of the grants process in a Do’s & Don’ts format, from identifying the need and organizational grant readiness to funding prospect research and submitting the proposal.
Lunch & Informal Networking
Lunch is provided and enjoy informal networking with other attendees! Please let us know of any dietary restrictions.
Afternoon Session: Ask The Grant Pro!
This interactive session will provide detailed information on specific grant applications and delve into the nitty gritty of grants. Participants are encouraged to bring questions on a proposal they are currently working on, one they plan to submit, or one that was declined by a funder. Hone your skills and get answers to those questions you’ve wanted to ask and never had the opportunity.
The morning session is suitable for those newer to grant seeking and the afternoon session will cover more intermediate to advanced information. However, anyone interested in how to be more successful in grant seeking will benefit from both sessions, regardless of their experience level.
Scholarships: Siuslaw Vision does not want cost to be a barrier to attendance. If a discount or scholarship would allow you to attend, please contact us at vision@siuslawvision.org. We have a limited number of discounts/scholarships available.
Child/Elder Care: Siuslaw Vision is working with a local provider to provide child care – see flyer below!
Past Events
Nonprofit Board of Directors Training
With the Nonprofit Association of Oregon and Siuslaw Vision
Florence Events Center
September 20, 2024 10am-2:30pm
This workshop is an opportunity for Siuslaw-area nonprofit staff, board, and volunteers to learn about valuable tools and resources, and connect with other community members. Join us for a two-part workshop to dive into how boards can come together and work productively to advance their mission both now and in future years.
This event is hosted by the Nonprofit Association of Oregon with support from Siuslaw Vision and The Ford Family Foundation.
Siuslaw residents can email vision@siuslawvision.org for a discount code. Please register here: https://nonprofitoregon.org/event/5311/
Event Agenda
10:00 – 10:30 AM: Check-in and Coffee/Tea
10:30 – 12:00 PM: Session 1
12:00 – 1:00 PM: Lunch and Networking
1:00 – 2:30 PM: Session 2
Event Details
Session 1: Effective Board Management
Meaningful board service involves more than just attending meetings; a truly engaged board is one whose understanding of their individual and collective roles matches their passion for and dedication to your mission. Attendees will learn:
-Roles, responsibilities, and liabilities of the individual and the board as a collective
-The typical structure of a nonprofit board, including officer positions and key policies
-How to incorporate tools for effective collaboration between Board Chair and Executive Director (if you have one!)
-Strategies for developing and using a board workplan, including the use of committees to accomplish board work
-Techniques for running effective board and committee meetings
Session 2: Governance Plans: A Tool for Board Success and Transitions
This session focuses on exploring the benefits of a Board Governance Plan that clearly communicates the expectations, responsibilities, and protocols for all those involved in the governance function of a nonprofit. A Board Governance Plan is an opportunity for board members to define their culture, agree on how they will work together, set up how they will measure their success, establish a recruitment and orientation process, and calendar the work they need to do over the course of a year. A Board Governance Plan removes the guesswork on how the board functions and creates a plan for the board’s work that persists through board leadership changes.
Cost
$75 NAO members
$125 Non-members
$25 Siuslaw region (Florence, Dunes City, Mapleton, Swisshome, Deadwood)
*Siuslaw residents can email vision@siuslawvision.org for a discount code.
Please register here: https://nonprofitoregon.org/event/5311/
Business After Hours with Siuslaw Vision and Darlings Marina & RV Resort
Darlings Marina & RV Resort, Siltcoos Lake
August 15, 2024, 5:30 PM – 7 PM
Come join us for a delightful evening at Darlings Marina & RV Resort for a special Florence Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours event brought to you by Siuslaw Vision and Darlings Marina & RV Resort. This is an excellent opportunity to network, unwind, and enjoy the company of fellow business professionals in our community.
Enjoy appetizers, beverages, music from the Florence Fiddlers and a raffle while taking in the beautiful views of Siltcoos Lake. Whether you’re looking to make new connections, strengthen existing ones, or simply relax after a busy day, this event promises a warm and inviting atmosphere for all attendees. Parking is limited so please consider carpooling!
Highlights:
Network with local business professionals
Delicious appetizers and beverages
Exciting raffle prizes
Stunning lakeside views
Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to celebrate and connect with the hardworking people in our community. We look forward to seeing you there!
https://florencechamber.com/…/business-after-hours…/297/
Siuslaw Playshop: Let’s Paddle and Go Hiking
Florence Events Center
April 27, 2024, 9 AM – 3:30 PM
This fun and educational event will prepare you to get outside this spring, summer, and fall. Learn where to hike and paddle, hear the history and stories of our beautiful land, and get tips on how to stay healthy and safe out on the trail or waterway. This is a family-friendly event. Brought to you by Siuslaw Vision and the Florence Oregon Area Kayakers Group.
Visit our event page at www.SiuslawPlayShop.com for all the details!
Vision & Voice: What to do With the Community Pool Building?
Mapleton High School
March 15, 2024, 9 AM – 1:00 PM
Please join Mapleton High School Student Government and Siuslaw Vision in a training about community visioning and a conversation about opportunities to create gathering and recreation spaces at the school.
Upriver Board of Directors Training
Mapleton High School
March 24, 2023, 10 AM – 3:15 PM
If you live in Deadwood, Swisshome, or Mapleton, or you’re part of a board that is located in one of the upriver communities, you’re eligible for priority registration. This is for new and experienced board members, and for people who might like to be on a board in the future and want to learn more.
Siuslaw Family Table
Florence Events Center
March 5, 2023, 5pm – 8pm
Get ready for Siuslaw Family Table! (Round 2) with Siuslaw Family Connections and Siuslaw Vision. It’s time to celebrate and reconvene! We will be going over ideas from our last brainstorm, making plans to put those ideas into motion, and coming up with more solutions to help make this area an even better place for families to live.
Dinner and childcare will be provided!
Siuslaw Family Table
Florence Events Center
January 6, 2023, 5pm – 8pm
Hosted by Siuslaw Famiy Connections and Siuslaw Vision. Meet and greet with local community organizations who address the needs of families in the Siuslaw region. Join us for conversations to inspire inclusive, affordable, high-quality solutions for families in Western Lane County. Mingle with other families who appreciate a night out with a purpose.
***FREE DINNER & CHILDCARE PROVIDED***
