Volunteers of America Oregon
Elias Olson is a communications professional with diverse experience in campaign management, nonprofit organizations, and marketing communications. Currently serving as the Communications Coordinator at Volunteers of America Oregon and the Campaign Manager for Elect Wil Fuentes for Clark County Council, Elias has previously held key roles in communications and data management at Alexander Hamilton Scholars, where significant contributions included developing long-term marketing strategies and enhancing organizational communications policies. With a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism - Public Relations from Western Washington University, Elias has demonstrated skills in social media, content creation, and event promotion through various positions, including Campaign Communications Manager and Social Media Intern. Notable achievements include increasing sales through effective marketing strategies and successfully transitioning large-scale events to online platforms during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Volunteers of America Oregon
Volunteers of America Oregon (VOA) nurtures, uplifts, and empowers the most vulnerable members of our community – from those struggling with addiction or seeking to flee domestic violence to abused and neglected children and the frail elderly. Since 1896, it has been our mission to change lives by promoting self-determination, building strong communities, and standing for social justice. Today our 350 staff members and more than 615 volunteers serve over 17,000 people through 24 programs in Clackamas, Marion, Multnomah, and Washington Counties.