A Fresh Start in Our Community: The Set Aside Clinic of 2024 was a resounding success, thanks in large part to the amazing support from our community volunteers! This clinic, which offers participants the chance for a fresh start by helping expunge non-violent criminal histories, represents a meaningful opportunity for individuals in our community. The impact of this effort will be felt for years to come, and we are excited to see how it continues to grow. We are especially proud to share that nine volunteers from the Rotary Club of Eugene stepped up to assist, contributing their time and effort to ensure the event ran smoothly. Our volunteers’ commitment is a true testament to the power of collaboration in driving positive change.
This clinic was made possible by a generous grant from the Rotary Charitable Fund, which was awarded to the Restored Connections Peer Center to cover court filing fees in collaboration with the Public Defender Services of Lane County, Inc. Their support ensures participants can take steps toward a brighter future, free from the burden of past criminal records. Together, we are building a stronger, more inclusive community, one step at a time!
Not shown: Rotarians Jesse Quinn and Liz Ness, Jay Silverman, Mike Grudzien, Dan Montgomery and Jerry Harris. There were so many volunteers on hand that we had to ask some to leave early to relieve crowding!