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Join an organization the promotes Latine thriving

Posted By | Raeann Boero

A long-established service organization working with Oregon’s Latine community is seeking new board members to sustain its life-giving mission.

 

El Programa Hispano Catòlico, a member of the Catholic Charities of Oregon network, serves about 32,000 individuals annually via efforts in economic sustainability, education, community wellness, domestic violence healing and sexual violence survivor support.

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