Oregon Coalition of Local Health Officials Inc

Overview

The Oregon Coalition of Local Health Officials Inc is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advocating for effective and improved public policies, programs, and financing of local public health in Oregon. It represents Oregon's 32 Local Public Health Authorities, providing them with vital support in communications, workforce development, and policy advocacy[1][5].

Purpose and Functions

The primary goal of the organization is to enhance the capacity of Local Public Health Authorities to improve health outcomes across Oregon. It focuses on issues such as public health funding and policy, ensuring that these local entities have the resources needed to address community health needs effectively[1][5].

Key functions include:

• Advocacy: CLHO advocates to the Oregon Legislature on behalf of local public health departments, pushing for policies that support modernized public health systems[1][5].
• Communication and Workforce Development: The organization provides updates on public health news, develops communication materials, hosts relevant training sessions, and supports Public Health Accreditation efforts[1].
• Leadership Development: It offers a Public Health Administrator Leadership Development Program aimed at nurturing leadership within local health authorities[1].

Financial Overview

As of 2024, the organization reported a revenue of $1.26 million and expenses of $1.11 million, with total assets of approximately $371,000 and liabilities of about $14.3 thousand[3].

Governance

The nonprofit is led by an Executive Director, with other key roles held by various board members. The compensation for the Executive Director is listed, while other board members serve without compensation[3].

Tax Status

Designated as a business league, donations to this organization are not tax-deductible[3].

Collaboration

CLHO collaborates with the Oregon Health Authority to provide recommendations that support a modernized and sustainable public health system in Oregon[4].