ABOUT OREGON CURE
Who we are
CURE was formally organized in 1972 in San Antonio, Texas, by Charles and Pauline Sullivan, whose commitment to prison reform grew out of their own arrest during peaceful anti-war demonstrations in the 1960s. What began as a single organization has grown into National CURE, with more than 40 state and issue chapters and affiliates in over 30 countries through International CURE. Oregon CURE is the official Oregon chapter, incorporated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
Our mission
The mission of Oregon CURE is to reduce crime by advocating for effective criminal justice policies, procedures, and programs.
Board of Directors
Our Board is all-volunteer, led by dedicated folks who have either experienced incarceration directly or who have had loved ones incarcerated.
National CURE
Oregon CURE is a chapter of National CURE. Read about how National CURE got its start and how it got to where it is today.