In honor of the Murdock Trust's 50th anniversary, we're celebrating five decades of investments in the common good across the Pacific Northwest. Oregon holds a special place in this story. It's where Jack was born, where he co-founded Tektronix, and where his legacy has had perhaps its greatest economic impact; his company grew to become Oregon's largest employer at one point.
But Oregon was far more to Jack than a place of business success. He loved it for all the reasons most do today: the beauty of the Columbia River Gorge, the exciting contrast between urban Portland and rural communities, the green spaces and rugged coast. Oregon was close to Jack's heart, and it's where the Murdock Trust awarded its very first grant. We're thrilled to honor fifty years of partnerships with Oregon nonprofits.
Responding to Oregon's unique opportunities and challenges requires equally unique organizations and solutions, including:
Arts organizations that create space for the public to engage in art and provide creative opportunities for all, including Salem Art Association, BodyVox, Peter Britt Gardens Music and Arts Association, Portland Art Museum, Eugene Ballet, Sitka Center for Arts and Ecology, and others.
Nonprofits serving people in vulnerable situations, such as Our Just Future, Family Justice Center of Washington County, Union Gospel Mission, Portland Rescue Mission, IMPACT Immigration, Blanchet House, Central City Concern, and Silverton Area Community Aid.
Research institutions and private undergraduate colleges, including OHSU, Linfield University, Lewis & Clark University, University of Oregon, Reed College, and Oregon State University, that are investing in a brighter future through scientific inquiry and education.
Environmental stewardship organizations that care for Oregon's unique water, land, and wildlife through conservation work and education, including Freshwater Trust, 1000 Friends of Oregon, Central Oregon Trail Alliance, and Think Wild.
Nonprofits creating pathways for all children to flourish uniquely, such as Native American Youth and Family Center, Junior Achievement of Oregon, African Youth and Community Organization, CASA of Lane County, Latino Network, Children's Institute, Friends of the Children, and many more.
Nonprofits that convene faith communities for critical conversations to ignite generosity and develop innovative solutions, including Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon, The Contingent, One Hope, and Compassion First.
Mental health groups, such as Asian Health & Service Center, NAMI Oregon, Northwest Catholic Counseling Center, and Trillium Family Services, that provide culturally specific mental health care and resources for all Oregon residents.
To each of these groups dedicating countless hours to the common good: thank you for making the state Jack Murdock loved as strong, stable, and sustainable as possible. We're proud to stand by you!