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Western Organization of Resource Councils
Civic and Social Organizations
Billings, Montana 156 followers
Creating a democratic, sustainable, and just society through grassroots community organizing.
About us
Many people are frustrated that more is not being done to improve the quality of their lives and communities. They are frustrated with the pace of social change and feel cut off from political debate. They do not see their concerns reflected in the way current issues are discussed, nor do they believe there are ways to participate in discussions on those issues. They are angry and frustrated about the ever-greater concentration of economic and political power in a handful of corporations, and the devastation this concentrated power has wrought on people and the environment. Western Organization of Resource Councils believes there is a need to build permanent, multi-issue, membership-based organizations. These organizations can help people analyze and solve complex problems, build local leadership, expand people’s knowledge and understanding of their own and other cultures, challenge people to act on their values, and achieve long-term social change. Grassroots organizations of this type also hold corporate and government officials accountable for their decisions and actions, a necessary ingredient in making our democracy work for all Americans.
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External link for Western Organization of Resource Councils
- Industry
- Civic and Social Organizations
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Billings, Montana
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1979
Locations
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220 S 27th St W
Ste B
Billings, Montana 59102, US
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110 Maryland Ave., NE
Ste #306
Washington, District of Columbia 20002, US
Employees at Western Organization of Resource Councils
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John Smillie
Retired
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Eric Warren
Communications Coordinator at Western Organization of Resource Councils
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Deborah Frey Love
Executive Director, Western Organization of Resource Councils
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Michael Nelson
Facilitates the development and implementation of policy campaigns on WORC’s federal priorities.
Updates
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📣 We are thrilled to share that Western Organization of Resource Councils (WORC) has been honored with the 2024 People Powered Organizing and Leadership Award from Farm Aid! This prestigious award recognizes our dedication to empowering rural communities through grassroots organizing and advancing sustainable agriculture for family farmers. Thank you to Farm Aid for this incredible recognition! It inspires us to continue the vital work of building a just and resilient agricultural system. https://lnkd.in/g2qjvW2p #LeadershipAward #WORC #FarmAid #CommunityOrganizing #Sustainability #RuralLeadership
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“These investments will lower power bills, create good-paying clean energy jobs, and reduce harmful pollution keeping our families healthy.” The New ERA federal grants are beginning to flow to western rural electric co-ops. Rural electric co-ops serve more than 42 million people in the US, including most people living in WORC's region. This first round of investments will benefit about 20% of rural Americans. https://lnkd.in/guR3Nyjj
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Another Homegrown Story went up on the Farm Aid website. Seeing stories like this amplified by such a visionary organization is a reminder of just how critical independent agriculture is as an economic driver for rural economies. https://lnkd.in/eBUZZQmt
Living Soil Farm: Nurturing Connections, Building Economics – Farm Aid
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Your vote counts! 100 days will be here before you know it, make your voting plan today! #inspireindigenousaction #GOTV24 #skovoteden #snagthevote #NDNV #countdown #VOTE
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Looking for your dream job? WORC is seeking a motivated nonprofit Human Resources Manager to create and develop comprehensive Human Resources policies and strategies for our nonprofit network of nine member groups across seven states. https://lnkd.in/ghP786FY
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Want a mission-based career with great work-life balance? WORC is seeking a full time Development Coordinator responsible for coordinating and writing private foundation proposals and reports, researching new funding opportunities and supporting the foundation fundraising needs of WORC’s regional network. https://lnkd.in/g4hxSaFP
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BREAKING: Bureau of Land Mgmt just announced it’s ending federal coal leasing in the Powder River Basin! It’s a huge shift that will protect our communities & climate from the harmful impacts of coal leasing 6 billion tons of highly polluting coal. “As someone who lives near some of the largest coal mines in the nation, I’m thankful for the leadership from the BLM in finally addressing the long-standing negative impacts that federal coal leasing has had on the Powder River Basin.” -Lynne Huskinson, retired coal miner and WORC board member from Gillette, WY. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gNipdVQX
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Exciting News! The EPA's new rules on coal ash cleanup are a major victory for environmental protection. Learn more about how these regulations will safeguard our communities and environment in our latest article! #EPA #CoalAsh https://lnkd.in/g2hmkQsu
EPA protects coal communities by requiring coal power companies to clean up their coal ash ponds
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Big congratulations to North Dakota Native Vote's Executive Director, Nicole Donaghy on this amazing honor!
Congratulations to our Executive Director Nicole Donaghy on receiving the "Hometown Hero" Award! What a great accomplishment! From the article https://lnkd.in/gPbDHbHt : Democratic-NPL Vice Chair and ND Representative Lisa Finley-DeVille (D-Mandaree) remarked, “In a world where our voices are often silenced, my fellow sister and I fearlessly worked to take on the injustices that our people face. Together we've worked on holding polluters accountable, continue to fight for clean air and water standards, educating our people on the injustices brought forth on our lands, and building power for Native communities in North Dakota. It's the tireless dedication of everyday citizens like Nicole, who believe in the power of collective action to create meaningful change. In the trenches of our communities, she worked to sow the seeds of progress, cultivating a future where justice, equality, and opportunity flourish. A natural grassroots organizer, her passion fuels the engine of democracy, and your commitment paves the road to a brighter tomorrow.”
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