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WSCAP Newsletter December 18, 2025
WSCAP Weekly Newsletter will be on hiatus until January 8, 2026
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HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM WSCAP!
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From all of us at the Washington State Community Action Partnership, we wish you a safe, happy, and healthy holiday season. May this time bring rest, warmth, and moments of connection
with those you love. As we look to the new year, we hold hope for brighter days, renewed strength, and uplifting possibilities for every community across our state.
🎉MSC selected for new affordable housing development🎉
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housing development partner, Shelter Resources Inc., to develop approximately 230 units of affordable housing on surplus property adjacent to their Federal Way Downtown Station.
“MSC is honored to be chosen for this project as we continue to advance our mission in building affordable housing in the South King County community. Everyone deserves a home and a
sense of belonging. And with our partnerships, we will continue to lift up community to advance equity, justice, and joy,” said Kirsten York, MSC CEO.
Our proposal includes building approximately 230 homes across two buildings in a four-block area adjacent to the station. Over 90% of homes proposed are 2-, 3-, and 4-bedroom units,
responding directly to the need for family-sized affordable homes in Federal Way. The housing units will be available for households meeting income eligibility of 60% AMI or below.
“We are thrilled about this new project and the opportunity to partner with community-focused organizations like Sound Transit, the Federal Way Chamber of Commerce, the City of Federal
Way, and others as we envision a vibrant Federal Way downtown. This will be a space that provides housing for families with easy access to transit, and also a community hub of resources,
partnerships, and activities that supports a thriving community for all,” shares Amanda Santo, MSC COO.
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Ramel | Strong communities start with stable funding
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Across the 40th District, the last several months have been a powerful reminder of why sustainable, equitable revenue is essential to our wellbeing. Whether we’re talking about stable
access to healthcare, the future of childcare in our communities, or the construction of desperately needed affordable homes, one theme continues to surface: Washington cannot meet
these needs without a reliable revenue system – one that is fair, modern, and able to withstand the kinds of federal chaos we have experienced over the past year.
“During this legislative interim, I visited projects across Skagit, Whatcom, and the Islands that highlight how state investment – paired with local leadership, can deliver real, lasting
benefits for our communities. Each of these projects is possible only because Washington has continued to protect essential services and invest in people. And each of them is a reminder
that we must continue pushing for a revenue system capable of supporting healthcare, housing, childcare, clean air and water, and the services families rely on.
I began the interim with Community Action of Skagit County <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=b4100f7f18&e=b80de0d97c> , meeting with
Executive Director Bill Henkel, Housing Project Development Director Michele Metcalf, and Community Engagement Director Elizabeth Jennings to discuss the Kulshan View Housing Project.
This important effort received $442,000 in the 2025–27 capital budget.
In 2022, Community Action acquired a 1.5-acre lot adjacent to La Venture Middle School and near Skagit Valley College. Their plan is a strategic, two-phase development that will create
48 affordable homes – 24 in the first phase and 24 in the second. The partnership with the Mount Vernon School District means these homes will serve families with the greatest need,
pairing housing with supportive services designed to help families stabilize, grow, and thrive.
“I also visited Laurel Forest, a brand-new affordable housing community for residents 55 and older. This innovative, multigenerational site includes an adjacent childcare center reflecting
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baf36&e=b80de0d97c> Executive Director Greg Winter, Laurel Forest property manager Sally Wolff, and Early Learning Director Meghan Willette, who shared how this project is already strengthening
community ties.
Families gain greater access to childcare, older adults gain stable housing near services, and the city gains an accessible model of community design that reduces isolation and improves
quality of life. These are the kinds of projects we should be replicating statewide.”
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CCC News Podcast: Providers Unite to Launch Mental-Health Hub in White Salmon
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This week’s CCS News Podcast features a conversation with three of the leaders behind the new Community Roots Wellness Hub in White Salmon, a collaborative mental health and community-services
center that opened earlier this fall.
Rita Pinchot, Kay Alton, and Juan Reyes joined the podcast to discuss how a multi-agency partnership transformed a former Comprehensive Healthcare building into a shared space designed
to make accessing help easier for families in Western Klickitat County.
The hub officially launched on Wednesday, Oct. 29, with a family-friendly open house featuring DJ Charlie Kittens, youth activities, and free food. Located at 432 NE Tohomish St., the
central White Salmon site brings mental-health therapy, trauma-informed care, youth support, and wrap-around wellness services together under one roof.
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Inc., Washington Therapists Collective, Education Service District 112, Carelon, and One Community Health. The coalition spent the summer renovating the site, coordinating service plans,
and developing a streamlined referral system aimed at eliminating the maze of handoffs that often prevents people from receiving timely help. A grant opportunity from Southwest Washington
Accountable Communities of Health allowed the groups to move quickly from concept to launch.
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COA Services to be transferred
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Council on Aging transitioning to new agencies over the coming weeks, including the following:
MedStar will take responsibility for senior transportation services, including medical and essential travel.
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Program and Kinship Caregiver Support Program, as well as opening the Community Living Connections helpline.
Executive Director at Aging and Long Term Care Lynn Kimball said the Council on Aging terminated their contracts with ALTCEW for convenience as of Thursday, Dec. 6.
The ALTCEW are actively working to identify and transition Senior Nutrition Services, home delivered meals and congregate meal sites to a new provider.
Kimball said the agency is currently working with several local partners to determine who will take over the services.
“We want to make sure people are getting the food the seniors need,” Kimball said, adding that they do not have any signed agreements but will update when they get a signed contract
with an organization to take over the service.
Kimball said they were one of several funders and cannot talk to what may happen to other funders.
“It’s all the services that we contracted with them,” Kimball said, noting they only had one of the organizations transportation contracts so cannot speak to the contract COA had with
Department of Transportation.
Kimball said she does not know what is happening with other state and federal funders, or if it was just cancellation with the ALTCEW contracts.
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By investing in homeownership and entrepreneurship we’re helping to decrease economic barriers and inequities and increase the number of families, particularly families of color, in
the marketplace, in their homes and in their neighborhoods.
Homeownership is the biggest driver of generational wealth
Beginning in 1971, the war on drugs devastated communities of color, locking millions out of homeownership and setting entire communities behind their peers. The numbers are stark, according
to the Black Home Initiative, only 26% of Black households in Seattle own their home, this is compared to 51% of white households. The lack of homeownership in Black and brown communities
prevents equitable access to economic opportunities and generational wealth, making all our communities poorer. This is why Byrd Barr Place <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a
cf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=4e2ba94a17&e=b80de0d97c> helped to create programs to invest in community utilizing Washington’s Community Reinvestment Project.
When families are able to buy homes and start businesses, the impact ripples through entire communities.
By supporting home ownership, we break the cycle of poverty
The war on drugs disrupted the economic trajectory of entire communities, especially Black communities. The Community Reinvestment Project helps break this cycle.
By increasing economic diversity, we increase the number of prosperous markets and overall wealth across Washington state
Byrd Barr Place and the Community Reinvestment Project understand that home is where our wealth lives, and that by investing in our neighborhoods we can create an equitable future for
all Washingtonians. We invite you to join us.
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Solid Ground: Community Accountability Council (CAC)
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be involved in decisions that affect their lives. Our Community Accountability Council (CAC) provides input to help us understand and incorporate the real-life experiences of people
who come to us for services to help shape Solid Ground policies and programs.
About the CAC
The CAC is made up of Solid Ground community members committed to leading change – people who understand that what’s happening in their lives is also happening to other people. CAC members
participate in leadership development, advocacy, and social justice training to engage decision makers. Together, we explore the root causes of poverty and ways to address them to promote
community-driven solutions to issues affecting people experiencing poverty in the Seattle/King County area. If you have ever wondered why the struggle is so real or questioned why the
help you get sometimes makes life harder, this Council may be for you.
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FFN childcare subsidies
Family, Friends, Neighbors provide childcare
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Nearly 75 percent of children in Washington under age five are cared for by parents, family, friends, and neighbors who may be eligible to apply for subsidies. This is according to the
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“It is very typical for the people closest to young parents to pitch in and help them bridge childcare, especially when their children are little,” said Johanna Roe, Klickitat County
Childcare Committee (KCCC) project coordinator and grant writer. “In fact, the most common care providers for infants and toddlers, and for school-age children before and after school
care, are immediate family members like grandparents, aunts and uncles, siblings, friends, and neighbors.”
Roe and KCCC help people navigate systems to help create more childcare options in Klickitat County. So far, the group has supported six people in completing the licensing process to
open their own childcare businesses, adding 48 new slots in Klickitat County.
Another modified option is the Family, Friends, and Neighbor Care program (FFN), which helps parents and providers qualify for subsidies under the Working Connections Child Care program.
“FFN providers are unlicensed and not regulated by the State,” Roe said, “but the advantage is parents can rely on people they trust to provide safe, stable care for their children.
To receive subsidies for this classification of childcare, it’s important to become aware of the eligibility requirements
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Wrapping Up a Joyful Month at Our Christmas Tree Lot
This December has been full of joy, community, and impact at our North Parking Lot Christmas Tree Lot! Every tree purchased supports El Centro de la Raza <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/tr
ack/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=82c7e56c64&e=b80de0d97c> ’s vital programs, helping more than 22,000 children, adults, and families each year.
The lot has been alive with Christmas Tree Lot staff, families, children, neighbors, and daily volunteers, all coming together to celebrate the season while giving back. Adding to the
festive spirit, Lita-Rosita Food Cart from our Business Opportunity Center’s Food Incubator Program served delicious tamales, delighting everyone who stopped by.
Thank you to all who joined us this month—your support makes a real difference and strengthens our community.
What a magical evening at Plaza Roberto Maestas! Our Las Posadas & Christmas Market on December 12 brought together families, neighbors, and community members for a festive celebration
full of culture, music, and joy.
The night came alive with a special UW Drama performance, inspired by the life and artistry of Frida Kahlo, followed by the playful Calaca Clown Show. and a soulful musical performance
by the José Martí All-Star Singers.
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Your link to volunteering opportunities this Holiday season
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Giving back to your community is a rewarding experience, and there's no better time to start than now. Volunteering is a good thing to do, offering benefits not just to the recipients,
but also to the volunteers themselves by fostering connection and purpose. The options listed below are just a few examples amongst many organizations that are doing incredible work
in our communities.
“2 Line Volunteering Opportunities
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experiencing poverty, immigrants and refugees, and people with disabilities in North and East King County. Volunteering at Hopelink can be a rewarding experience that offers an opportunity
to engage with their clients, work with amazing staff, and contribute to the greater community! Hopelink offers a wide range of volunteering opportunities to fit your needs. Most of
our volunteer opportunities occur Monday through Thursday during regular business hours. All Hopelink volunteers are placed based on the individual or group’s availability and Hopelink’s
needs.”
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Pullman Fire Department holds annual Christmas drive, asks residents to donate
Fire department works with local non-profit and food bank to distribute
donated items
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The Pullman Fire Department is asking residents to bring food, toys, clothing, blankets and new personal hygiene items to Fire Station No. 1 until Dec. 19 for the annual Christmas drive.
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and Pullman Child Welfare. Christen Lockler, the department’s administrative specialist, said they are emphasizing the importance of food donations this year due to the cut of SNAP
benefits during the recent government shutdown.
“I don’t think the food banks are going to turn away any amount of food we donate,” Lockler said.
Lockler said all food contributions will be sent to the Community Action Center, a Whitman County nonprofit organization that, among other services, operates a food bank located in Pullman.
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, and is currently in need of canned proteins, halal foods, cultural foods and gluten-free and diabetic options.
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CHRISTMAS ANGEL: Kitsap Community Resources
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WINTER FOOD SECURITY TASK FORCE
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In these meetings, you will…
* Receive updates on the food bank and food pantry efforts
* Discover other resources that can be shared among organizations and community members.
* Explore potential collaborations to help strengthen our community’s food security.
For more information, contact the Winter Food Security Task Force Co-Leads:
Stasia Hazelwood, Nutrition Program Manager
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StasiaH@occac.com
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Metropolitan Development Council: Pizza & Pathways
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Swing by MDC <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=177d56ced5&e=b80de0d97c> ’s Educational Opportunity Centers from 3PM–4:30PM for FREE
pizza and a powerful info session designed to help you move forward in your education and career journey.
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Come learn, connect, and take a step toward your goals (and enjoy some pizza while you’re at it!).
Support BMAC through Valley Giving Guide!
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thriving communities by partnering with our neighbors in Walla Walla, Columbia, and Garfield Counties, on their path to hope and opportunity. Our programs and services are rooted in
the fundamental tools needed for survival, and we strive to promote self-sufficiency and sustainability.
The three pillars of our work are:
* Nourish: Healthy Food for Every Table
We make sure no one in our community goes hungry by providing healthy food through our regional food bank, weekend backpack meals for kids, and partnerships with farmers and grocers.
* Shelter: Stable Homes for Every Person
We help people — including seniors, Veterans, and families — find and keep safe, stable housing through affordable homes, rental assistance, home repairs, weatherization, and energy
assistance.
* Thrive: Support and Tools for Every Step
We walk alongside our neighbors on their path to stability, offering job training, financial coaching, legal support, and community health programs to build strong futures and strong
communities.
Together, we are helping people and changing lives.
Your commitment is the heartbeat of change. With every donation, you're igniting hope, supporting community, and nurturing progress. Whether it's providing education or aiding families
in need, your contribution amplifies the goodness we can achieve together.
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Empty Bowls 2026
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event!
Empty Bowls is an international grassroots effort to fight hunger growing across the nation and world. The idea is that potters, artists, and community members work together to create
custom handcrafted bowls. It’s an idea that combines compassion with creativity, public awareness with community building.
Here’s how it works: For a donation of $15, guests will receive their own ceramic bowl to glaze and customize to their liking at one of our public paintings. Guest can then pick up their
bowl to keep at our Empty Bowls Soup Dinner to help serve as a reminder of all the bowls that go empty in our area each day.
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A few ways to help those impacted by flooding
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After flooding of the Skagit River displaced thousands of Skagit County residents and damaged at least 50 homes, residents and community groups have been coordinating a wide array of
assistance for those in need.
Here’s some ways to help flood survivors:
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the site with opportunities from throughout the county, including work such as doing laundry for evacuees.
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immediate response work.
The nonprofit is also accepting nonmonetary donations, including in-kind donations. Through large distributors, the group has dispersed bottled water, hygiene kits, cleaning supplies,
feminine hygiene products, and bedding, said United Way Board Vice Chair Chuck Messinger.
“There’s going to be lots of need, and we’re going to need it for a while,” he said.
Those wishing to make nonmonetary donations can email andrew@unitedwayskagit.org <mailto:andrew@unitedwayskagit.org> or call 360-755-9521.
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An animal feed distribution center is set up at 13421 Farm to Market Road west of Burlington to provide animal feed and hay to residents who need it.
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Washington 211 Partners with Airbnb.org to Support Displaced Residents with Free Temporary Housing
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Severe flooding across Washington state has displaced thousands of residents, forcing families and individuals to leave their homes with little notice. Access to safe, temporary housing
is an urgent need facing people across the state.
To help meet this critical need, Washington 211 is partnering with Airbnb.org, a nonprofit organization founded by Airbnb, to provide free, temporary emergency housing for people displaced
by flooding. Through this collaboration, individuals and families impacted by the floods can be connected to free short-term housing options that offer safety and stability during an
incredibly stressful time.
To determine eligibility, displaced residents should call 211 and a Specialist will provide personalized support throughout the referral process. Temporary housing is available to residents
who are directly impacted or displaced by flooding across Washington state. The booking guest must be 18 years and older. All stays are free and are funded by Airbnb.org. The partnership
is made possible in part by the generosity of Airbnb.org, Airbnb and Airbnb hosts across Washington state.
Crisis Connections, WA 211's contracted call center, will be open Saturday and Sunday, December 13th and 14th with extended hours to ensure residents have access to this vital support.
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New SNAP Work Requirements Start December 1: What They Mean for Washington Families
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Community Action Transit Forum: Connecting Models, Communities, and CAA Practice
Community Action Agencies are coordinating and operating a wide range of transit solutions that help people and families stay connected to work, education, health care, and daily needs.
This session features CAA transit providers showcasing how volunteer driver programs, fixed-route services, non-emergency medical transportation, coordinated transit efforts, and on-demand
models function in real communities, with insights and resources from the Coordinating Council on Access and Mobility Technical Assistance Center (CCAM-TAC).
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The decision by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to approve six additional state waivers that restrict what people can purchase with their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance
Program (SNAP) benefits is a serious misstep that will have serious consequences. These waivers are harmful to millions of households struggling against hunger, detrimental to state
agencies, burdensome for retailers, and damaging to local economies.
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c1fe&e=b80de0d97c> the administration and Congress should expand access to nutrition and improve benefits, which average just over $6 per person per day. Providing nutrition education
and supporting policies that encourage the purchase of fruits, vegetables, and other healthy options are far more effective in improving health than limiting choice. Yet, the budget
reconciliation law (H.R. 1) eliminates all funding for SNAP-Ed, which provides essential nutrition education to families with low incomes.
SNAP restrictions will create more harm, confusion, and chaos for program participants who are still reeling from the government shutdown that unnecessarily delayed the delivery of benefits.
States are also still recovering from the chaos created by the delayed SNAP benefits. USDA’s waivers divert staff time and resources away from critical tasks like reducing error rates
and ensuring access. States are already implementing the harmful and administratively burdensome provisions of H.R. 1 and cannot afford the red tape, costly system upgrades, and staff
training that these waivers require.
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benefits, and the program would not function.
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Commerce WorkFirst needs your feedback!
Commerce’s WorkFirst <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=1eedbb1710&e=b80de0d97c> team is preparing grant funding for state fiscal
year 2028, and we need you! For this upcoming funding cycle, we are focused on making the application process easier and building a more equitable Washington for everyone. Come learn
about our programs and help shape a fair, accessible funding process.
These sessions are for community-based organizations that provide intensive case management, employment services, and job skills training. These sessions will provide basic information
about the programs. We will ask for feedback from attendees about application processes.
These sessions are informational only and separate from the RFP itself. Our goal is to help prospective providers understand what the WorkFirst program entails and what is involved with
a contract with Commerce WorkFirst.
How to get involved
Join us to learn more about our program and upcoming grant opportunities for providers in Washington. We have a combination of virtual and in-person options depending on your needs.
* January 15, 2025 – Virtual – 9 a.m. to Noon PT
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If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Julia Rowland, Program Manager, or Natasha Laitila, Contract Manager. For more information about programs, visit the WorkFirst
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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: Winter Boards in Gear Webinar <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=cebe648f0a&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=2657e7df14&e=b80de0d97c> - Thursday, April 16, 2026, 10:00AM
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Finance Unlocked for Nonprofits
Covers: Balance Sheet, Income Statement, IRS Form 990, Giving, and Oversight
* Online: Winter Finance Unlocked for Nonprofits Webinar <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=acdd062ecd&e=b80de0d97c> - Tuesday, February
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: Winter Let's Go Legal Webinar <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=04a47d4b12&e=b80de0d97c> - Thursday, March 19, 2026, 3:00PM
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* Online: Spring Let's Go Legal Webinar <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=deda8de094&e=b80de0d97c> - Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 10:00AM
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2026 Unsung Hero Award Nominations Now Open!
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The Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is now accepting Unsung Hero Award nominations for 2026!
Do you know a parent, caregiver, guardian, or community member you’d like to recognize? Send us your nomination <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=c
0ae845946&e=b80de0d97c> to strengtheningfamilies@dcyf.wa.gov. <mailto:strengtheningfamilies@dcyf.wa.gov>
Nominations must be received by Jan. 6, 2026. Nomination forms <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=4bd35d32c1&e=b80de0d97c> are available
in English, Spanish, and Somali.
Twenty-eight new Unsung Hero Award recipients (one for each day of the month) will be honored at an in-person “Parent Recognition Month” dinner event in February.
Since 2011, nearly 400 parents and caregivers across Washington have received the Unsung Hero award.
Please share this message with your Washington networks. DCYF appreciates your ongoing support. Let us know if you have any questions. Thank you.
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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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2026 Management & Leadership Training Conference
Orlando, Florida | January 28th – 30th (Pre-Con: Jan. 27th)
Join us for our 2026 Management & Leadership Training Conference (MLTC), taking place January 28th – 30th in Orlando, Florida!
ABOUT THE EVENT
NCAP’s Management and Leadership Training Conference (MLTC) is designed for both current and aspiring leaders in Community Action and human services. The 2026 MLTC will offer immersive
training sessions, dynamic roundtable discussions, and meaningful networking opportunities. Whether you’re a seasoned leader or preparing to take that next step into management, MLTC
will equip you with the tools and insights to lead with confidence and impact.
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PRELIMINARY AGENDA
Check out our preliminary agenda <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=fe16300c51&e=b80de0d97c> for an early look at the schedule, plenaries
and session tracks we’re offering.
LOCATION
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1751 Hotel Plaza Boulevard
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
REGISRATION RATES
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CANCELLATION POLICY
Per our cancellation policy, cancellation requests received in writing to registration@communityactionpartnership.com by 5pm ET Friday, January 9 will incur a $130 cancellation fee.
Refund requests after this time will not be accepted. No-shows will be required to pay the full registration fee.
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Registration Now Open for LIHEAP Action Day
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LIHEAP Action Day: February 25, 2026, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM ET
LIHEAP Action Day is an important advocacy event where energy assistance leaders and supporters come together to secure funding for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).
Held annually in Washington, D.C., participants meet with members of Congress and their staff to share the impact LIHEAP has on their communities and stress the importance of continued
support.
By raising awareness of how LIHEAP helps millions of vulnerable households afford energy costs, the event highlights its role in preventing utility disconnections and promoting energy
efficiency. These efforts ensure that families in need have access to essential services all year round.
Whether you’re a NEUAC member or not, LIHEAP Action Day provides a platform to make your voice heard. By advocating for maintaining access to energy, you help protect a lifeline that
supports low-income families across the nation.
* Virtual Advocacy Bootcamp: Thursday, February 19, 2026, 2:00 – 3:30 PM ET
* State Team Meetings & Policy Update: February 24, 2026, 12:00 – 4:30 PM ET. Light lunch included, reception to follow.
* LIHEAP Action Day: February 25, 2026, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM ET. Optional breakfast provided, followed by meetings on Capitol Hill.
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Announcing the 2026 Leadership Summit on Ending Homelessness
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The summit will bring together a diverse group of movement leaders working to end homelessness, who each play a vital role in shaping systems, policies, practices, and narratives.
This moment calls for bold, values-driven leadership that centers housing justice, lived expertise, and cross-sector collaboration.
We are at a critical juncture. Rising housing insecurity, shifting political landscapes, uncertain funding environments, and deep community needs demand an urgent, unified response.
The summit will explore:
* What do leaders need to meet this moment?
* What does this moment need from leaders?
In contrast to previous conferences, this Summit will be a smaller convening of leaders across the homelessness system. A track-focused agenda will allow for targeted content and peer
connection that explores each leader’s unique challenges and opportunities for meeting the moment.
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We hope you will consider attending the 2026 Leadership Summit on Ending Homelessness!
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The Washington State Nonprofit Conference (WSNC) is the largest gathering of nonprofits in the state bringing together nonprofit leaders to learn, connect, and inspire. This year’s Washington
State Nonprofit Conference will be online May 6-7 with in-person regional WSNC locations in Tacoma (Monday, May 11) and Spokane (Friday, May 15). Powerful keynote speakers, memorable
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Looking Ahead to the 2026 CAPLAW National Training Conference
We recognize that the Community Action Network is facing a challenging period, and we also understand the importance of looking ahead and planning for the future. With that in mind,
please save the date for our 2026 National Training Conference in Phoenix, AZ. Come ready to connect, learn, and be inspired—then head home energized and ready to put your new insights
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Pre-conference tours
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Main conference
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Early Bird Registration: $750
Registration Opens in February
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