Looking Glass VP of Homeless Youth Services Wins a 20 Under 40 Award

Looking Glass VP of Homeless Youth Services Wins a 20 Under 40 Award

This year’s crop of 20 under 40 “Rising Business Stars” as selected by a panel of judges in collaboration with the Eugene Chamber of Commerce included Looking Glass VP of Homeless Youth Services, Brittany Means-Luna!

Celebrating 40 Years of Service-Lynda Whitener

Celebrating 40 Years of Service-Lynda Whitener

As we celebrate this remarkable milestone, we honor not only 40 years of service, but 40 years of compassion, leadership, and impact. Thank you, Lynda, for everything you have given to Looking Glass, our community, and the young people we serve. Congratulations on 40 extraordinary years!

Counseling Receives a $50,000 Grant to Support Uninsured Clients

Counseling Receives a $50,000 Grant to Support Uninsured Clients

Looking Glass received a $50,000 Grant from PacificSource Foundation. The awarded grant will help support uninsured and underinsured clients through the Looking Glass Counseling Therapy Program, offering mental health and substance use services, as well as food and supplies through their resource pantry.

Congratulations to Riverfront School's Graduating Students

Congratulations to Riverfront School's Graduating Students

Thursday, June 11th, saw Riverfront School’s students graduating with their deserved high school diplomas and GEDs. Members of the community also attended and show their support for the 2026 class.

Looking Glass Homeless Youth Services Director Elected to Poverty & Homelessness Board

Looking Glass Homeless Youth Services Director Elected to Poverty & Homelessness Board

Looking Glass Homeless Youth Services Director, Ashley Kirkhart, was elected to a 3-year term as a full voting member of the Lane County Poverty & Homelessness Board

Seeking Unhoused Youth Summer Activity Donations

Seeking Unhoused Youth Summer Activity Donations

Help our youth cool off and stay active this summer! Looking Glass needs your support in providing fun outdoor summer activities or admission to community events. Our youth thrive when they can take a break and have fun in the sun. You can donate through our donations page on our website or click this Amazon wish list link (https://a.co/0060V7Sl) and purchase any of the summer items directly on the Looking Glass Summer Activities Wishlist!

Governor Kotek Signs Bills Aimed At Supporting Crucial Behavioral Health Work

Governor Kotek Signs Bills Aimed At Supporting Crucial Behavioral Health Work

Looking Glass President and CEO Chad Westphal was on hand on Thursday, May 7 for several important Governor Kotek bill signings in support of crucial behavioral health work - HB 4069; HB 4115; SB 1546; SB 1547. One of the senate bills (1546) aims to compel AI chatbots to connect suicidal users to real life help.

Looking Glass Receives Highest Accreditation Award Again

Looking Glass Receives Highest Accreditation Award Again

In early 2026, Looking Glass received another 4-year award from The Council on Accreditation (COA), which is based in New York and accredits organizations & programs in the social and human services sectors. This includes child welfare, behavioral health, community-based services, juvenile justice, military family support, and early childhood development. COA conducts a comprehensive peer-review process in which the agency’s administration, management, and service delivery are evaluated against rigorous, evidence-based standards.

Senator Merkley Visits Looking Glass Rural Program to Discuss Funding Challenges

Senator Merkley Visits Looking Glass Rural Program to Discuss Funding Challenges

On Monday, November 24, Senator Jeff Merkley made a visit to the Looking Glass Rural Program in Cottage Grove. He and his team toured the facility and spoke with staff members including the Looking Glass President & CEO, Chad Westphal.