The Lebanon Area Service Advocacy and Resource (L.A.S.A.R.) Partnership
LASAR is a collaboration between Samaritan Health, the LCSD Welcome Center, faith-based organizations, local non-profits, social service agencies, local businesses, & county agencies and it is operated and administrated by Crossroads Communities.
Crossroads Communities proudly helps coordinate and support the ongoing development of the LASAR Partnership, strengthening collaboration across Lebanon and surrounding communities.
The team meets monthly (excluding summer break) to network, share resources, identify urgent needs, & develop strategic
solutions to prevent individuals and families from falling deeper into financial crisis.
The focus is on helping those who are dealing with instability in their life and can manage a turnaround if they have “just a little extra help”.
The Partnership is able to support a variety of local projects and needs each year, including:
LASAR-P Community Programs Through the LASAR Partnership, Crossroads Communities and our community partners are able to expand support beyond traditional services through flexible, community-driven programs designed to strengthen stability and connection.
Linn County Community Fund Grant (LCCF)
Now Accepting Applications
Crossroads Communities is proud to announce the opening of the Linn County Community Fund Grant (LCCF) for the 2026–2027 funding cycle.
This funding opportunity supports eligible Linn County nonprofits, schools, and community organizations working to improve quality of life through health, wellness, education, economic opportunity, and community enrichment.
Applications are open April 27, 2026 through May 29, 2026 at 5:00 PM PST.
Learn More & Apply
CRC Neighbor Funds
CRC Neighbor Funds were created through grant funding secured by Crossroads Communities to help individuals and families overcome immediate barriers and maintain stability. These funds allow our team and partners to respond quickly when small challenges threaten housing, health, or wellbeing. Learn More
LASAR-P Pet Fund
The LASAR-P Pet Fund was developed through collaboration within the LASAR Partnership and with strong support from St. Martin's Episcopal Church. This program helps individuals and families access essential veterinary care so they do not have to choose between caring for themselves and caring for their pets. The LASAR-P Pet Fund is now part of our growing community partnership efforts. Learn more about how this program supports both individuals and their animals through compassionate care.
The amount directly funded through L.A.S.A.R. Partnership will be capped at $500.
L.A.S.A.R. Funding Request, Goals
Requests from Individuals:
Crossroads Communities proudly helps coordinate and support the ongoing development of the LASAR Partnership, strengthening collaboration across Lebanon and surrounding communities.
The team meets monthly (excluding summer break) to network, share resources, identify urgent needs, & develop strategic
solutions to prevent individuals and families from falling deeper into financial crisis.
The focus is on helping those who are dealing with instability in their life and can manage a turnaround if they have “just a little extra help”.
The Partnership is able to support a variety of local projects and needs each year, including:
- Urgent Needs: emergency housing or utility assistance.
- Basic Needs: food, clothing, prescriptions, and personal items.
- Community Development: community events and activities.
- Education: classes, tuition, fees, literacy programs for adults or children.
- Extracurricular Activities: Fees, materials, clothing or shoes needed for participation in extracurricular activities.
- Youth Development: leadership/learning opportunities not part of regular school programs.
LASAR-P Community Programs Through the LASAR Partnership, Crossroads Communities and our community partners are able to expand support beyond traditional services through flexible, community-driven programs designed to strengthen stability and connection.
Linn County Community Fund Grant (LCCF)
Now Accepting Applications
Crossroads Communities is proud to announce the opening of the Linn County Community Fund Grant (LCCF) for the 2026–2027 funding cycle.
This funding opportunity supports eligible Linn County nonprofits, schools, and community organizations working to improve quality of life through health, wellness, education, economic opportunity, and community enrichment.
Applications are open April 27, 2026 through May 29, 2026 at 5:00 PM PST.
Learn More & Apply
CRC Neighbor Funds
CRC Neighbor Funds were created through grant funding secured by Crossroads Communities to help individuals and families overcome immediate barriers and maintain stability. These funds allow our team and partners to respond quickly when small challenges threaten housing, health, or wellbeing. Learn More
LASAR-P Pet Fund
The LASAR-P Pet Fund was developed through collaboration within the LASAR Partnership and with strong support from St. Martin's Episcopal Church. This program helps individuals and families access essential veterinary care so they do not have to choose between caring for themselves and caring for their pets. The LASAR-P Pet Fund is now part of our growing community partnership efforts. Learn more about how this program supports both individuals and their animals through compassionate care.
The amount directly funded through L.A.S.A.R. Partnership will be capped at $500.
- CRC will have supplemental funds to provide additional support if needed.
- LASAR funding is designed to be a final funding source, not a primary one.
L.A.S.A.R. Funding Request, Goals
- Provide one-time, immediate financial aid for rent, utilities, social needs, transportation,
and critical services to individuals and families in need. - Utilize support as a tracking system to make sure assistance provided is making a long-term difference.
- Increase awareness & accessibility of services for in-need community members.
- Ensure that all assistance provided is structured to prevent repeated financial crises and that clients’ needs are sustainable.
- Leverage community funds so that the LASAR Partnership is not the only source of support.
Requests from Individuals:
- Individuals must be sponsored by a LASAR Partner; individuals may not submit a request on their own.
Requests up to $500 will be considered. - The recipient of assistance must be otherwise stable; these funds are not for ongoing funding needs for clients.
- For requests regarding ongoing costs (rent or utilities, for example), a statement of stability needs to be included
in any application with an explanation as to why this is a one-time exception. - Clients can only be considered once a year for any given need.