Oregon Justice Resource Center (OJRC)

Mission

The Oregon Justice Resource Center (OJRC) is a social justice nonprofit focused on frustrating and dismantling mass incarceration and systemic discrimination in the criminal legal system by promoting civil rights and improving legal representation for historically underserved communities. OJRC's programs include the Oregon Innocence Project, the Immigrant Rights Project, the Women's Justice Project, the Civil Rights Project, and the Youth Justice Project.  

Bottom Line for Portland

We invite you to join us to defend the rights and freedoms of Oregonians. 

By supporting OJRC, you’re funding critical legal services for currently and formerly incarcerated Oregonians, protecting free speech and the right to protest, holding law enforcement accountable for their actions, advocating for criminal justice reform, and promoting civil rights across Oregon. Every bit of support helps us continue this critical work.

These challenging times call for both urgency and compassion. We believe that when we stand together as a community and refuse to accept that injustice is just “how things are,” real change happens and real justice becomes possible.  Together, we will build a more just and equitable future. 

***EXCITING NEWS: In early December, a generous donor established a challenge matching grant to help us reach our $30,000 goal.

If you haven’t had a chance to give yet, now is the perfect time to double your impact.***

Quote

"While the magnitude of the moment and fight in front of us feels daunting and overwhelming, we must remember that we are part of an ongoing fight for the soul of our country. We stand on the shoulders of all those who have come before us, fully appreciating that we are still pursuing a dream of society that has yet to be realized. We are humbled and inspired to be connected to all those, known and unknown, who have advocated and aspired for a vision of our society that represents the best of ourselves; a society that prioritizes dignity, compassion, and connection. We must not be silent, complicit, or obedient. We must dissent." 

-Bobbin Singh, Executive Director, Oregon Justice Resource Center

Incentives

The first 50 people that contribute $25 or more will get a coupon for a free pint of ice cream at Salt and Straw! Orders must be placed online.

In early December, a generous donor established a challenge matching grant to help us reach our $30,000 goal. All donations will be doubled!

Partner(s)

Project POOCH operates a kennel inside a youth correctional facility and pairs currently incarcerated youth with shelter dogs. We are excited to partner with them for this upcoming event—Chorale for a Cause: A singalong fundraiser with the Low Bar Chorale at Mississippi Studios on November 25. Get tickets.

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