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WSCAP Newsletter September 18, 2025
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September is Suicide Prevention Month
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us that silence can cost lives — and conversation can save them. Start a conversation. Be the difference. Learn how at National Alliance on Mental Illness <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/
track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=c7046ecb02&e=b80de0d97c> (NAMI)
KCR <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=1c2c515fbf&e=b80de0d97c> 2024 Annual Report
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We’re excited to share highlights from the past year and the impact we’ve made together in Kitsap County.
You can:
Pick up a copy in the lobby
Ask for one while visiting any of our three buildings
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Take a look and see the difference your support helps make in our community!
🎉Chelan-Douglas Community Action Council secures $499K in AmeriCorps funding after state cuts🎉
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federal AmeriCorps funding, despite the elimination of $23 million in state AmeriCorps support earlier this year.
Serve Washington received $17.5 million in federal AmeriCorps funding for 2025-26, supporting 10 programs — including CDCAC — and 1,040 members. Last year, funding supported 22 programs,
according to a Sept. 9 news release.
A multi-state coalition, which includes Attorney General Nick Brown, challenged the Trump administration and the legality of an April executive order that terminated $400 million in
federal AmeriCorps funding by filing a lawsuit in July.
"In Washington, the resolution of the lawsuit restores a total of more than $21 million for fiscal years 2024 and 2025 for Serve Washington, Washington’s service commission that manages
grants funding AmeriCorps volunteers," according to Brown's office.
CDCAC Executive Director Alan Walker said the $499,000 award will support 15 to 20 AmeriCorps members in Chelan, Douglas, Grant, Lincoln and Okanogan counties. In the 2024-25 service
year, CDCAC was awarded $513,000.
“It makes a huge difference for our organization, and other organizations just having members serve in that capacity,” Walker said. “There are certain things that we're able to do because
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due to the Trump administration terminating the program, effective April 25. The center only has three paid full time employees “so losing two of our five people is a significant hit,”
he said then.
The other 13 terminated local AmeriCorps members earlier this year included those at Wenatchee Valley College in Wenatchee and Omak, SkillSource, Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural
Center, Chelan Douglas County Volunteer Attorney Services, Wenatchee School District, and Okanogan School District, he said. He was forced to cut a total of 18 AmeriCorps positions.
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🎉OIC of Washington <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=cfc98012c8&e=b80de0d97c> Awarded U.S. Department of Labor Grant to Support
Homeless Veterans’ Reintegration🎉
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Exciting News: Interest List is Open for Camas Flats in Oak Harbor!
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to welcome new residents to this wonderful space.
A Look at Our Progress
We have partnered with Shelter Resources, Inc. on various affordable housing projects over the past couple years, and the progress on Camas Flats is truly exciting! Builders have completed
the framing and roofing, the windows have been installed, and the homes are now getting their final coats of paint. It’s amazing to see the transformation as each piece of the puzzle
falls into place.
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Ellensburg agrees to provide $1.2M for purchase of duplex project
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Ellensburg has inked an agreement with HopeSource <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=aacd9faa7a&e=b80de0d97c> to acquire a four-duplex
project on South Pearl Street that will be used for affordable housing.
The city council unanimously approved a contract with HopeSource for the purchase of the project.
Addison Place Apartments, currently under construction, includes six studio apartments and two one-bedroom apartments.
Ellensburg Housing Program Manager Lily Frey told the council at its meeting last week that construction was nearly complete.
The city’s agreement with HopeSource will allow the nonprofit to buy the eight housing units and manage them as affordable properties for households earning no more than 60% of area
median income for the next 25 years.
The city will contribute $1.2 million to the project, with Kittitas County providing $250,000.
Frey said the housing units will be eligible for senior citizens 62 or older; veterans; people with disabilities; homeless or at risk of homelessness, including families with children;
and domestic violence survivors.
Tenants will be able to move in this fall, Frey said.
Funding from the city was structured as a forgivable loan with no repayment schedule; 1/25 of the city’s contribution, $48,000, will be forgiven annually based on continued compliance
with the contract.
HopeSource is required to report annually on resident qualifications and financials.
Addison Place Apartments will be managed as affordable housing for the next 25 years.
Bill Hinkle, affordable housing director for HopeSource, said the organization was currently working on three projects.
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As SNAP cuts take effect, King County funds 22 hunger relief groups
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on behalf of Food Lifeline to El Centro de la Raza’ <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=b1a543fa53&e=b80de0d97c> s food bank in Seattle
in May. El Centro de la Raza received more than $9,000 from King County to repair a walk-in cooler.
King County will direct $755,000 in grants to local hunger relief and food distribution groups, after uncertainty around federal funding halted plans for a major food hub.
Farmers, food banks and distributors will be able to buy commercial refrigerators, freezers, ovens and other equipment needed to store, prepare and distribute healthy foods to marginalized
communities, county officials said.
The funding comes as some low-income families will this fall see their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits slashed or cut entirely, as new restrictions under a budget
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demand.
“These small grants support the infrastructure that helps get nutritious food from farmland to table for those most in need,” said King County Executive Shannon Braddock in a statement.
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ce40eb&id=d214d776dc&e=b80de0d97c> , which would have offered vital storage space and services needed to reduce food insecurity across the region.
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The county will direct the remaining funds — as well as a top off of $150,000 from the American Heart Association — to 22 organizations and businesses. The awards were announced last
week.
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as a kind of food closet, said human services director Marcos Martinez, storing items like potatoes and carrots.
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🌟 THANK YOU! 🌟
With the support of 75+ partners, staff, and volunteers, our 5 Summer Health Fairs & Back to School Bashes in August reached over 𝟮,𝟬𝟬𝟬 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀 across King
County! 🎒✨
Together, we handed out over 𝟭,𝟴𝟱𝟬 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗸𝘀 𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀 and connected families with vital resources, food, youth activities, and
more. 💙
Special thanks to our key partners — Seattle Housing Authority <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=592d455e6e&e=b80de0d97c> , King County
Housing Authority <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=5683bc7f58&e=b80de0d97c> , and White Center Community Development Association
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💛 We’re grateful to each of you for helping create a strong, connected community!
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Local seniors find support, community at resource fair
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The Anacortes Senior Activity Center buzzed with energy Saturday, Sept. 13, as about 350 people gathered at the Senior Resource Fair — marking the center’s 30th anniversary in its current
home on 22nd Street.
About 44% of Anacortes residents are 55 or older, according to American Community Survey estimates.
“There were over 40 people waiting to get in the fair this morning before we even opened,” said Center Administrator Karl Wolfswinkel.
The last time Anacortes saw a senior resource fair was in 2017, when it was organized by the Anacortes American.
Attendees browsed more than 60 local service providers, nonprofits and businesses at this year's fair — all dedicated to enriching and supporting the lives of seniors and their families.
The fair featured resource tables with information on health care, financial and legal guidance, arts programming, recreation and emotional support.
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by founder Kirk Blankenship, who is known for assembling local directories and resources for older adults.
“My goal is to make information accessible and helpful so seniors can thrive,” Blankenship said.
Support organizations such as Community Action of Skagit County <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=b99398ed40&e=b80de0d97c> , represented
by Rosemary Alpert at Saturday's fair, reinforced their mission to “raise people out of poverty” with resources for housing, food and wellness.
Meanwhile, Newcomers Plus <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=3362d604b9&e=b80de0d97c> , staffed by Jeani High and Anita Reetz, invited
attendees to learn more about community engagement and activities for newcomers and longtime residents alike.
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Jefferson County to ask for center proposals
Contracts would be set by end of year
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The board of county commissioners discussed updates to the current contract for the Brinnon, Quilcene and Tri-Area community centers on Monday.
The request for proposals (RFP) will be issued in the fall, allowing for time to establish new contracts by the end of the year.
The current contract specifies that, in addition to daily operations of the centers, operators must assist the senior populations in meeting basic life-sustaining and social needs.
The centers are to be referral hubs for senior citizens for gaining access to local, state and federal programs, Central Services Director Shawn Frederick said.
The contract operator also is supposed to oversee scheduling the use of the centers by community groups and organizations, he added.
“We really want to talk about how much of these requirements we want to retain, modify or replace to make sure that when we put out an RFP looking for other potential vendors that we
end up with the contract that we want,” Frederick said.
Although OlyCAP’s management of the centers goes back years, its current contract started in 2023 and goes until the end of the calendar year. Like the current contract, new contracts
would last three years.
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Honoring Leadership & Legacy ✨
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We are proud to announce Chach Duarte White <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=071a5604b3&e=b80de0d97c> , Director of Legal Services
at Legal Counsel for Youth and Children <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=a0e831c1f0&e=b80de0d97c> (LCYC), as a 2025 Roberto Felipe
Maestas Legacy Award Honoree.
LCYC protects the rights and safety of young people in Washington through direct representation, community partnerships, and systemic advocacy—ensuring they remain safe, connected, and
housed.
At the heart of this vital work is Chach Duarte White, who helps expand LCYC’s statewide impact. With a background as both an engineer and an attorney, Chach brings unique expertise
and a lifelong commitment to equity in the legal field. She has dedicated her career to serving low-income communities and diversifying the legal profession.
Join us in celebrating Chach Duarte White and LCYC at El Centro de la Raza <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=c34a4a3691&e=b80de0d97c>
's Building the Beloved Community Gala:
📅 Saturday, October 11, 2025, | 5:00 – 8:45 PM
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There is still time to sign up for our FLARE series (Financial Literacy and Renter’s Education). This free program gives individuals and families the tools, guidance, and support they
need to take control of their financial future. Every week, participants gain information on budgeting, renters education, money habitudes, impulse buying, credit, debt management,
savings, and setting financial goals.
Pre-Registration is required. Contact: Jorge at (360) 899-0536 or financialeducation@communityactionskagit.org.
2025 Rising Stars: Nicole Bishop
Nonprofit leader dedicated to uplifting the community that served her
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Connecting with the community is a point of pride for Nicole Bishop.
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, commonly known as SNAP, and serves on the Spokane Public Schools Board of Directors, where she identifies community needs with an emphatic drive.
As SNAP's philanthropy manager, Bishop relates her public-spirited efforts to her experiences growing up in Spokane with a single mother with limited means. She recounts days spent at
appointments and applying for resources, as her family’s stress compounded with each errand.
Bishop says she and her family often relied on food banks for meals, and those memories have followed her through adulthood.
“Of course, there were times when our needs weren’t fully met," she says. "You know, maybe our water was off for a few days, or maybe we had to walk or take the bus because our tire
was flat. But those memories don’t stand out (as much as) the positive memories of being cared for by the people in the community.”
As a member of the Spokane Public Schools Board, her role allows her valuable insight to pinpoint the needs of students and families within the district. She notes there's a range of
wealth between families, as well as the scope of opportunity gaps for students with higher needs.
“Those students will need more support from the school district," Bishop says. "It gives me the opportunity to ask, ‘What does that support look like? How can we work with the community
to come together and create policies that put those support systems in place?’”
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Report highlights success of Whatcom County’s Permanent Supportive Housing
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An independent evaluation of Whatcom County’s Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) programs is showing their overall success while also highlighting areas for improvement.
The evaluation was conducted by VillageReach, a nonprofit that works across the country to strengthen public health strategies in individual communities. The nonprofit presented the
findings to the Whatcom County Council on Sept. 9.
The nonprofit compared Whatcom County’s programs to others across Washington and the U.S. to assess effectiveness, safety standards, policies and mortality rates.
Key findings
Some of the key findings from the report include:
* PSH tenants described the program as “life-changing and healing.” They also reported feeling respected, welcomed and significantly safer than when they were unhoused.
* PSH programs in Whatcom County have increased security in recent years and enhanced crisis protocols. The programs are also using harm reductions tools such as Narcan and wellness
checks to support higher-risk tenants.
* When safety incidents occur in PSH, they can be traumatizing for tenants and staff. Not all PSH programs in Whatcom County have 24/7 staffing, which leads to challenges. External crisis
responders can sometimes be inconsistent, delayed or unavailable.
* Some programs with the highest-needs tenants were found to face elevated safety incidents.
Overall, the report found that most PSH programs in Whatcom County are “implementing strong safety practices and meeting core goals.”
To make improvements for resident outcomes, VillageReach recommended programs implement a more streamlined data collection process, focus on program-specific quality improvement, support
system-wide quality improvement and strengthen public understanding of PSH programs.
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a Permanent Supportive Housing program in Bellingham, said they were glad to see the report shared publicly because it confirms that PSH is helping people build safe and lasting homes.
“This independent evaluation affirms what we’ve seen for years: Permanent Supportive Housing works,” Opportunity Council Executive Director Greg Winter said. “It provides safety, dignity
and a place to call home for people who’ve faced the hardest barriers to housing. There are always areas we can grow and evolve, and we look forward to continuing to work closely with
our partners to do that for years to come.”
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Request for Applications: Washington State Diaper Program
Commerce is accepting applications from qualified organizations for grant funding to purchase and distribute diapers, wipes, and other essential baby products to families in need.
Priority will be given to providers serving or located in marginalized, low-income communities or communities of color. Priority will also be given to providers that help support racial
equity.
Grants and funding
Individual award amounts may vary based on proposed impact, geographic coverage and demonstrated need. Applications are limited to $125,000 each fiscal year or $250,000 total.
Applications are due Tuesday, October 28, 2025
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FY2026 Appropriations Advocacy Activation Toolkit
Letter to Advocates
Thank you for your continued advocacy during this incredibly busy Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) federal budget season. Your engagement with your elected officials in Congress remains critical
for ensuring communities have the federal resources needed to solve homelessness.
When we push back, we win.
When the current Administration announced a funding freeze in February, you raised your voices and together we halted this illegal and dangerous move. And when the President proposed
a FY26 budget that threatened the very infrastructure of local homelessness response, we once again helped stave off the worst of these cuts and policy threats with collective advocacy.
But we must remain vigilant and keep pushing. The proposed budget blueprints outlined by Congress remain insufficient to meet the needs of the field and they introduce the possibility
of new risks to communities.
We need your voice TODAY.
Please continue to raise your voice. We must advocate for the resources needed to respond to homelessness, and we also must also prevent harmful policy proposals from making it into
the final funding passed by Congress.
How to use this guide
This guide can serve as your go-to resource for advocacy related to the FY2026 appropriations process. Through it, you can:
1. Learn about critical federal programs to respond to homelessness
2. Understand the current threats proposed by Congress and the current Administration
3. Get up to speed on how you can lead with solutions in your advocacy
4. See how you can leverage data, stories, and messages to amplify your work
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The Horrible Art Gala "Making the World a lil Less Horrible"
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You're invited to "Making the World a Little Less Horrible Art Gallery: Silent Auction and Community Fundraiser"! 🎨
🗓️ Friday, September 19, 2025
⏰ 5:30 - 7:30 PM
📍 Miller Community Center
Join us for a unique silent auction showcasing fun, quirky, and delightfully unconventional pieces by local artists! All proceeds will fund a brand-new drum kit for Miller Community
Center's music lesson program.
Celebrate creativity with art, food, raffle prizes, live music, and more! At the "Horrible Art Gala" (The H.A.G.), we believe all art has value and can give back to the community. Come
bid, snack, laugh, and help support the next generation of musicians!
🎟️ Early Bird Tickets: $12 (save $3!)
🎟️ Day-of Tickets: $15 at the door
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Local artists, we need you! Want to donate a piece for the auction? Contact us or stop by the community center!
Miller Community Center
330 19th Ave E 98112
206-684-4753
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' Senior Nutrition program! The auction, happening September 21-27, will feature an array of exciting items generously provided by local businesses, including a local meat package,
a restful night at a local Bed and Breakfast, selections of local wines and gourmet foods, massage certificates, and much more.
The Senior Nutrition program serves local senior citizens in the Tri-County area, delivering thousands of nutritious meals each year as a Meals on Wheels partner, providing wellness
checks, and offering companionship to seniors who need it most.
Your participation in our online auction helps ensure we can continue and grow our services for seniors in need. You can peruse items now, with bidding opening on September 21. Bidding
will remain open until September 27. Items must be picked up in person in either Arden, Newport, or Republic.
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❄️Walla Walla residents who qualify can apply to Snow Berm Reduction program
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The heat is only just about to let up in the Walla Walla Valley, but for residents with disabilities it's time to think ahead to snow removal needs this winter.
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Oct. 1.
The typical snow plowing process leaves a “berm” or row of snow at the edge of the roadway as the plow passes by. These berms block the entrances to driveways, and as they thaw and refreeze,
they can be difficult to remove or drive over.
For qualified residents who have physical barriers that make it difficult to clear the berm, the city provides a reduction service. As the plow passes the resident’s driveway, the plow
operator will reduce the speed and turn the plow blade to prevent the berm from forming. The captured snow will be dispersed past the resident’s driveway, city officials said in a news
release.
“Hard copies of the request form in English and Spanish can be picked up at the following locations:
* City Service Center, 55 E. Moore St.
* Walla Walla Public Library, 238 E. Alder St.
* Walla Walla City Hall, 15 N. Third Ave.
* Walla Walla Senior Center, 720 Sprague St.
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The rural health 'Hunger Games' are underway
States are scrambling for a piece of a $50 billion fund. It's unclear where the money will go.
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The Trump administration on Monday kicked off a scramble among the 50 states for a slice of a new $50 billion fund for rural health care, but experts on the ground fear the program’s
rushed timeline, lack of guardrails and potential for politicization will leave some hospitals struggling to stay open.
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them and dispense the money.
On a press call Monday morning, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Administrator Mehmet Oz made sweeping promises about the impact of the program, which he called a “massive
opportunity to make rural America healthy again.”
“We can use this as an opportunity to pivot from the crisis that we are currently living in to the comeback that America expects from us,” Oz told reporters. “If we invest these monies
wisely, we won’t just have health care systems barely hanging on in rural America — they’ll start to thrive.”
Monday’s announcement kicks off a “Hunger Games"-like competition for the federal funds, but health industry leaders in states desperate to shore up their crumbling rural health systems
remain skeptical about where the money will ultimately go.
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Research Note: Nearly 2 Million Young Children in the U.S. Lived in Food-Insecure Households in 2023
Food is an essential human need, and even more so for infants and toddlers during the critical early months of rapid growth and development. The United States has the resources to ensure
everyone has enough to eat. Yet millions of people across the U.S. experience food insecurity, meaning they struggle to afford enough food for an active, healthy life year-round. In
2023, the most recent data available, 33.6 million adults and 13.8 million children — including nearly 2 million children under 3 years old — lived in food-insecure households, meaning
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compared to 11.9 percent of households without children and 13.5 percent of all households. Nationally, more than 1 in 6 (17.1 percent) children under 3 lived in food-insecure households
in 2023 and this share varies across states. (See Table 1.) These shares also vary by race and ethnicity, with children under 3 in American Indian or Alaska Native (30.3 percent), Hawaiian
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The Nonprofit Fundamentals are designed to strengthen your organization’s performance and decision-making. Focusing on boards, finance, and legal compliance, you will leave these free
learning opportunities with tools, connections, and action steps to help you achieve your mission.
Boards in Gear
Covers: Connection to Cause, Responsibilities, Board Composition and Development, Board Operations, and Fundraising
* Online: Fall Boards in Gear Webinar <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=9f8b757496&e=b80de0d97c> - Tuesday, September 30, 2025, 12:00PM
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* Shelton: Boards in Gear Workshop <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=da6927ffaa&e=b80de0d97c> - Thursday, November 13, 2025, 10:30AM
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* Online: Winter Boards in Gear Webinar <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=d49517a6a6&e=b80de0d97c> - Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 3:00PM
- 5:00PM PT
* Online: Spring Boards in Gear Webinar <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=d096894548&e=b80de0d97c> - Thursday, April 16, 2026, 10:00AM
- 12:00PM PT
Finance Unlocked for Nonprofits
Covers: Balance Sheet, Income Statement, IRS Form 990, Giving, and Oversight
* Colville: Finance Unlocked for Nonprofits Workshop <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=529c07d7ac&e=b80de0d97c> - Wednesday, October
1, 2025, 9:00AM - 1:00PM PT
* Online: Fall Finance Unlocked for Nonprofits Webinar <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=7c16b75d1c&e=b80de0d97c> - Thursday, October
30, 2025, 12:00PM - 2:00PM PT
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24, 2026, 3:00PM - 5:00PM PT
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20, 2026, 10:00AM - 12:00PM PT
Let's Go Legal
Covers: State Law, Federal Law, Fundraising, Employment Law, and Intellectual Property
* Online: Fall Let's Go Legal Webinar <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=2d0daff37f&e=b80de0d97c> - Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 12:00PM
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Your support truly makes an impact for those in our community who are facing barriers to achieving stability and joy!
Suggested donation is $150.
You can attend as an individual guest by registering for a single ticket below!
You can also register for the live stream and the link to watch live will be emailed to you on the day of the event.
2025 MSC Helps Luncheon
Thursday, October 16, 2025
WSCAP E-LEARN ACADEMY
On Demand Learning Library for Continuous Improvement
with courses such as:
* CAP Infinity Basic 2.0
* CAP Infinity 2.0 Intermediate: Continuous Improvement Course
* CAP Infinity for Boards 2.0 – Basic
* CAP Infinity for Boards 2.0 – Intermediate
* Governance Webinar Series
* HIPAA Trainer
* Human Resources Webinar Series
* Inclusive and Equitable Hiring and Management Practices
* Management Webinar Series
* Home Visitor Safety in Community Action
* Civil Rights Training
* Customer Service with a DEI Lens
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Time is running out! Early bird tickets for Byrd Barr Place's Legacy in Motion: Resistance through Reclamation gala are only available until July 31st! Don’t miss out on the chance to
secure your spot at one of Seattle's most anticipated events of the year.
* Event Details: Special Guest to be announced (have you guessed who it is yet?)
* Date: September 27th, 2025
* Time: 6:00 PM
* Location: Hyatt Regency Seattle
This is more than just a night out – it’s an opportunity to support our mission, honor community leaders, and hear from impactful speakers. You won’t want to miss the exciting surprises
we have in store!
Get your tickets today and join us for a night of celebration, community, and change.
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Saturday, October 11, 2025 | 5:00 – 8:45 PM
Summit Building (Seattle Convention Center) – Ballroom 2 & 3 on Level 5
900 Pine Street, Seattle, WA 98101
The Summit Building Parking Garage is located at 1009 Olive Way between 9th and Boren. Summit is the Seattle Convention Center’s brand new building!
Join us in-person on Saturday, October 11, 2025 for our annual Building the Beloved Community Gala and take part in an exciting event that raises funds for 43 programs and services that
benefit more than 21,000 individuals and families across our region. The evening will include live music, a reception, silent and live auctions, a three-course meal, and the presentation
of our Roberto Maestas Legacy Awards and Scholarships!
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Social Justice Salons: Responding to the Moment
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people living in poverty face and the systems working to help them thrive. These panel discussions with community experts – including people with lived experience – delve into issues
like housing strategies, food justice, repairing our human services safety net and mental health systems, and more. Each session features people at the cutting edge of success in our
region and focuses on the challenges and opportunities we face as we work to solve poverty in King County.
There’s a deeply existential conversation happening behind closed doors at human services nonprofits and agencies across the country:
* Will the federal government continue to be a reliable partner in meeting the needs of our most vulnerable neighbors?
* What will happen to the communities we serve if the government turns its back on them?
* Does our commitment to anti-racism and social justice – so critical to understanding the challenges we face – also put a target on our backs?
* What will we do if we’re forced to choose between our commitment to our values and our ability to provide critical services to our community?
This October, Solid Ground is opening up this conversation. For our annual Social Justice Salon, we’ll bring together community thought leaders from across the worlds of human services
and social justice to explore these questions and help us better understand what the future holds for our safety net organizations and the people they serve.
* WHEN: Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 4:30-6:30pm
* WHERE: The Forum at Town Hall Seattle
* TICKETS: $0-10; refreshments will be served. Check back soon for registration info.
* WHAT: Responding to the Moment: Social Justice, Federal Actions, and the Future of Human Services
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night of connection with community, moving stories from those who have turned to Hopelink in times of need, and a powerful keynote that ties back to our shared vision: a community free
of poverty.
We are honored to welcome Jason Brown, former NFL player turned farmer and food justice advocate, as our keynote speaker.
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