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WSCAP Newsletter March 26, 2026
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Week of solidarity against racism and racial discrimination
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SAVE THE DATE: WSCAP TRAINING SUMMIT
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Great news! 🎉 The registration deadline for the Washington State Community Action Training Summit and WSCAP Spring Association Meeting has been extended <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/tr
ack/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=168b2bf98e&e=290850492e> . Secure your spot and share this free opportunity with your Community Action Team!
This no cost Training Summit is a great opportunity for Community Action Staff and Leadership to learn new strategies, connect with colleagues, and gain insights that can support your
work throughout the year. Whether you're looking to sharpen your skills or collaborate with others across teams, the summit will have something valuable for everyone.
Training Summit Details (Open to All Community Action Staff)
📅 Date: April 8 & 9, 2026
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Association Meeting Details (Executive Directors and/or Designees Only)
📅 Date: April 9 & 10, 2026
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Training Summit Preliminary Agenda Overview
The summit will include a variety of sessions designed to support professional growth and collaboration, including:
* Welcome and opening remarks
* Trauma Informed Care
* CSBG 101: Connecting the Community Action Dots
* The Power of Teamwork: Collaborating Effectively for Improved Impact in Social Services
* Impeccable Intake in Social Services & Community Action: Getting it Right Every Time
* Health Literacy & Plain Language
A full agenda and session details will be shared soon.
1️⃣ Register for the Training Summit and/or Association Meeting
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🗓 New Registration Deadline: March 31, 2026
2️⃣ Reserve Your Hotel Room (if staying overnight)
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📍 Address: 10200 Quil Ceda Blvd, Tulalip, WA 98271
Breakfast & lunch are also included at no cost to registered attendees. See you there! 😊
Governor Ferguson Signs Bipartisan House Bill 2338
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de4b&e=290850492e> Policy & Outreach Director, Linda Garcia, and State Senator Victoria Hunt
“Home weatherization is an important tool for Washingtonians to decrease energy usage and reduce their energy bills. House bill 2338 expands the low income residential weatherization
program on a community level rather than individual household level.
For example, it would now cover a project meant to make energy efficiency improvements to an entire mobile home park instead of one mobile home at a time. This could also help tribal
communities and multi-family buildings with mixed income levels.
We so appreciate everyone who worked on this legislation. We especially appreciate the prime sponsor of this legislation, which is state Representative Lisa Callan. I seem to be signing
lots of her bills this morning. And, to the companion sponsor and that is state Senator Victoria Hunt.
We appreciate their work on this bipartisan bill which I am now signing into law.”
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Insulating the Energy Poverty Gap
How Washington state’s Climate Commitment Act became a lifeline for residents squeezed out of federal energy assistance
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On a chilly March morning, a crew of workers pulls out fluffy bales of pink insulation from the crawl space of Lisa Moorer’s house in Renton, Washington. They’ve been hired by King County
to weatherize Moorer’s house, sealing up leaky windows and door frames, replacing the old insulation, and adding weather stripping, so that Moorer will use less energy to heat and cool
her home.
“When families and households can’t afford their energy bills, some simply turn off their heating and cooling; others might forgo necessities like food, medicine, or clothing to keep
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to live in homes or apartment buildings with inefficient appliances, walls and ceilings that lack insulation, and windows that let hot or cold air from outside seep in. For Moorer,
running inefficient space heaters constantly meant it took even more energy to heat her home to a semi-comfortable temperature, which then cost more at the end of the month.”
“After taking office for his second term, President Trump proposed eliminating LIHEAP entirely. In a 2025 budget document, the White House’s Office of Management and Budget called LIHEAP
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possible evidence of fraud valued at roughly two percent of the program’s budget, in just seven states.”
“It’s a move that Trump repeatedly tried to make in his first term, as well. “We’ve managed to overcome it every time,” said Shaylee Stokes, who directs The Energy Project <https://wapartnership.us4.
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cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=b68d136f2f&e=290850492e> . Advocates worked to convince their congressional representatives that the funding was, and still is, vital. Community action agencies
work with local clients and contractors to distribute federal energy assistance funding. In Washington, these organizations collectively serve 100,000 households annually.”
“The White House’s position doesn’t reflect the fact that LIHEAP, in particular, has typically enjoyed broad, bipartisan support from lawmakers as a long-running, cost-effective, successful
program.”
“Stokes said that the administration’s rhetoric is far from the reality that community action agencies see every day. Money from LIHEAP and other assistance programs runs out quickly
because of the high level of need, she said. “We (did) extra advocacy last year, and we’re expecting to have to do that every year of the Trump administration to make sure that our
legislators are hearing about how important (this funding) is,” she said.”
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“The loss of institutional knowledge and the increase in administrative burden due to these shake ups has not made things more efficient or saved anybody money,” Stokes said. Instead,
local program administrators have had to spend more of their own time and resources to fight budget cuts and keep programs running, and provide vital assistance to families. After the
2025 shutdown ended, Washington received 90 percent of its annual LIHEAP funding, said Jeff DeLuca, the executive director of Washington State Community Action Partnership <https://wapartnership.us4
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“Energy assistance programs are also vital because they enable lower-income households to access resources and benefits that would otherwise be concentrated at the top. A 2024 study
found <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=fb7748621b&e=290850492e> that between 2006 and 2021, Americans collectively received over
$47 billion in tax credits for energy-efficiency and clean energy upgrades, including rooftop solar, heat pumps, and electric vehicles. About 60 percent of those benefits went to households
in the top 20 percent of income.”
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LIHEAP in SW Washington State: Supporting Hardworking Families and Vulnerable Residents
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of beautiful countryside, quaint towns, and the spectacular Columbia River Gorge. But, living here requires resourcefulness. A trip to the grocery store comes with extra time and expense;
gas, food, and essential resources cost more than in urban areas. Our families work hard and cherish the simple things in life.
Despite abundant renewable energy, electricity and water costs remain high. Extreme weather—from snowy winters to hot, dry summers, along with forest fires, floods, and drought—is increasingly
common. Many residents have income but still struggle to afford basic necessities.
In 2025, most recipients of assistance had income, with Social Security being the largest source, and employment the second largest. Seventy-five to seventy-seven percent of recipients
were seniors, children, or people with disabilities. LIHEAP plays a vital role in helping these hardworking families and our most vulnerable neighbors make ends meet.
Our clients have stories of medical and financial hardships. Their homes are damaged by weather, fire, and wilderness. Available jobs do not meet the growing population. Our rural schools
and hospitals are at risk of shutting down. Energy costs more and more each year.
The need for assistance increased in 2021 due to COVID-19, and it has continued to grow.
Stories like these are common. Families often share tears of relief when they receive help.
Many report that they can now afford food because they no longer have to worry about their power bill. Delays in funding and rising costs leave households vulnerable, especially during
winter months.
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After 18 Years of Leadership, Greg Winter Plans Transition from Opportunity Council
After 18 years of leadership at Opportunity Council <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=a6e1ae4f0c&e=290850492e> —including 10 years
as the chief executive—Greg Winter has announced his plan to retire in August 2026.
Winter joined Opportunity Council in 2008 to help launch the Homeless Service Center, building what would become a coordinated, community-based response to homelessness in Whatcom County.
He stepped into the role of Executive Director in 2016, guiding the organization through a period of significant growth, national policy shifts, expanded services, and deepened regional
partnerships.
“Leading Opportunity Council has been the honor of my professional life,” Winter said. “I’m deeply proud of the staff, board, clients, and community partners who make this organization
what it is. Together, we’ve grown our capacity to meet urgent community needs while staying grounded in our mission to help people improve their lives.”
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age.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=5ea5abe672&e=290850492e> founded in the 1960s to address poverty at its roots. Across the country, these agencies administer programs
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During Winter’s tenure as Executive Director:
* Opportunity Council grew to nearly 450 employees across three counties, making it one of the largest nonprofit employers in Northwest Washington and a significant contributor to the
region’s human services workforce.
* The agency expanded energy assistance, housing stabilization, early learning, and other services across the region with annual revenue increasing to approximately $70 million.
* Under Winter’s leadership, Opportunity Council developed more than 300 new, affordable homes (an additional 150 apartments to open in the next two years)—the most significant expansion
of affordable housing in the organization’s history, serving families, seniors, Veterans, and individuals rebuilding after homelessness.
* During the COVID-19 pandemic, more than 10,000 families and households remained in their homes through emergency rental and housing stabilization assistance.
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a safe place for recovery for patients discharged from inpatient care but with no other safe place to recover.
* The organization strengthened early learning and child care infrastructure, including opening two new child care centers and partnering with the Bellingham/Whatcom Chamber of Commerce
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Hybrid Shelter Update from Community Partners
To our neighbors across the City of Bremerton and Kitsap County,
For the past two years, the four local nonprofits we lead, Bremerton Housing Authority, Kitsap Mental Health Services, Kitsap Community Resources <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/clic
k?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=bdf20bcc85&e=290850492e> , and St. Vincent de Paul, have worked side by side to bring forward a viable Hybrid Shelter proposal in Bremerton to address
the need for a 24/7 low-barrier shelter, more transitional housing, and pathways out of homelessness.
We recognize that our proposal generated a wide array of feedback from both the City Council and the community at large, ranging from concern to broad support. Following our requests
for support from the Bremerton City Council, we recently received a letter from Council President Jane Rebelowski that ultimately reflected a lack of buy-in for this project. We want
to share the heart of our response sent to the Council and the path we intend to pursue now.
First, we are unwavering in our belief that every person in our community deserves a safe, dignified place to live. Unsheltered homelessness is a humanitarian crisis playing out on our
doorsteps, on our sidewalks, and at our businesses across Kitsap County. It is a community challenge that demands a deep sense of urgency, compassion, and practical solutions. We remain
all in on that mission.
As community partners, we have invested significant time planning and developing a responsible and scalable plan for a Hybrid Shelter model. Ensuring the successful construction and
operation of a solution that pairs comprehensive on-site services with both congregate and transitional tiny home options requires strong alignment among service providers, housing
partners, neighbors, and city leaders. If that alignment is not present, as it stands today, moving forward would invite significant conflict, extended delays, and unnecessary capital
expenditures that ultimately make the project unworkable. Therefore, with guidance from our boards, we have determined that it is currently not feasible to advance the full Hybrid Shelter
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Port Angeles council hears homeless issues
The Port Angeles City Council heard the last set of presentations from organizations that work with the homeless during their meeting this week.
The presentations were given during Tuesday night’s regular city council meeting. The council plans to have a workshop April 7 on homelessness encampments. The presentations have been
heard as an effort to understand as much of the situation as possible.
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“We spend about $50,000 a month to prevent homelessness, and we’ve gotten very creative, even if that means helping a little old lady clean her apartment,” Ware said.
One problem that’s becoming more prevalent among the homeless is that of dementia, Ware said.
Dementia moves people out of housing, and then they can’t receive medical care, Ware said.
That issue will take a coordinated effort between counties, cities and medical providers to address, she said.”
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Washington law makes more people eligible for property tax exemption
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individuals across Washington State.
Governor Ferguson signed SB 6162 Monday afternoon <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=2bc1b842b8&e=290850492e> , to go into effect for
the 2027 tax year.
The law raises income exemptions for property taxes, allowing more people 61 and older to qualify for relief.
Prior to the change, Spokane County Residents 61 and older, who owned their primary residence and had a combined discretionary revenue of $50,000 qualified for a state tax exemption.
Now, you need a discretionary revenue of about $74,000 to qualify in Spokane County.
Advocates say the change could help prevent elderly residents from losing their homes due to rising costs.
“"I think as a result of this change, you are going to see a lot of folks here in the Spokane area who's financial burden as a result of having to pay property taxes is reduced quite
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Garrett Havens said. "By simply being able to reduce the burden for, especially for retired individuals what we see is that they're able to live lives that are more fulfilling and they're
having to spend less time worrying about their basic necessities."“
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Weyerhaeuser’s THRIVE Program targets workforce housing in Raymond
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In Raymond, where Weyerhaeuser has operated a lumber mill since the 1930s and managed timberland in the surrounding Willapa Hills for generations, finding a place to live has become
one of the community’s most persistent challenges. The issue mirrors housing shortages across rural America: an aging population, limited developable land, and a growing share of homes
being used as vacation properties or short‑term rentals. In Pacific County, a recent University of Washington assessment found that 38 percent of all housing units are used as vacation
homes or rentals, the second‑highest rate in the state. Home values have doubled in the past decade, while incomes have risen only 34 percent.
For many residents, the result is a housing market so tight that even securing an apartment can feel impossible. “Every single day we’re open, we’re actively trying to find housing for
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Weyerhaeuser employees face the same struggle. Roughly one in five workers at the Raymond mill commute more than an hour each way because they cannot find housing nearby.
Recognizing the urgency, Weyerhaeuser selected Raymond in 2024 as the second community in its THRIVE program, a corporate initiative launched in 2023 to support five rural operating
communities with targeted investments of $1 million each. Through surveys and listening sessions with residents, employees, and local leaders, THRIVE managers Nancy Thompson and Katie
Hooker quickly identified workforce housing as Raymond’s top priority.
“As the first homes move toward construction, partners say they are motivated by the possibility that Raymond’s project could help other rural communities facing similar challenges.
“Sometimes it feels like we’re walking a deer trail to clear it out and make it a road,” Dublanko said. “So that maybe someday, others can drive it.””
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Opening Doors to New Careers: How MDC’s EOC Program Is Helping Pierce County Residents Move Forward
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MDC’s Employment Opportunity Center
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education and meaningful employment. For many participants, the process of returning to school or entering a training program can feel overwhelming. Applications, financial aid, career
choices, and program options can quickly become barriers.
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barriers and turn uncertainty into opportunity. Through personalized advising and hands-on support, participants receive help with:
Exploring career pathways and in-demand industries
* Navigating college admissions and training program applications
* Completing financial aid and FAFSA forms
* Identifying certifications and education programs aligned with career goals
* Building a clear plan toward employment and long-term stability
The result is more than just access to education, it’s a roadmap for building a strong path towards employment and stability.
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“Most Steer Clear” Media Campaign Works to Prevent Impaired Driving
Most Steer Clear <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=df4254a5ed&e=290850492e> isn’t about telling people what not to do. It’s about
recognizing what most people are already doing, which is making smart choices, looking out for their friends, and choosing safer ways to get where they need to go. The campaign started
in 2017, due to a growing fear that legalization would bring an increase in DUI fatalities. To head off this impending risk, the WTSC contracted with Neighborhood House, to design a
Positive Community Norms media campaign to prevent driving after cannabis use focusing on young adults. Since then, the campaign has extended its reach to include alcohol, pills, and
other drugs and to include King, Pierce and Snohomish counties.
Most Steer Clear seeks to shift the false narrative that “everyone uses cannabis” and that driving after cannabis use is not risky. Young adults often make decisions based on what they
think everyone else is doing. When risky behavior seems common, it feels acceptable. When safer behavior feels common, it becomes easier to choose. Research has shown that correcting
misperceptions about substance use leads to reduced risky behavior, increased peer accountability, and stronger community trust. Most Steer Clear exists to make the invisible majority
visible. By shifting the narrative and promoting the fact that most (91%) young adults drive sober, we reduce peer pressure, increase confidence in safe decisions such as pre planning
a sober ride home, and increase peers intervening to keep each other safe.
David Cruz, the Communications Lead for the Most Steer Clear campaign, says, “We try to meet our audience where they are at – universities, bars, train stations, on the road with billboards,
on social media, and online video ads. This way, no matter how you get around or consume your content, you will see our messaging.”
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Historic Preservation Community Occupation Series: Building Beloved Community at El Centro de la Raza
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“More than fifty years ago, community members came together to occupy the former Beacon Hill School and transform it into what is now El Centro de la Raza <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/t
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for our community. Today, that legacy continues to guide our work as we create places where culture, education, and social justice thrive. The story of El Centro reminds us that when
communities unite to claim space, they also shape the future of the city.”
— Estela Ortega, Executive Director, El Centro de la Raza
El Centro de la Raza’s is rooted in a simple yet powerful vision: building the Beloved Community—a place where dignity, opportunity, and justice are shared by all. Every day, its programs
bring that vision to life by uplifting youth, strengthening families, expanding economic opportunity, and creating pathways to stability and self-determination.
Our photo essay traces the story of how community action became lasting impact. It begins with The Occupation, when community members came together to claim space and dignity, leading
to The Founding of El Centro de la Raza. From there, it highlights how that moment grew into programs and services that support families every day — community in action. It concludes
in Plaza Roberto Maestas, where today we gather to celebrate culture, educate, and advocate together with our neighbors in Beacon Hill.
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Clark County Seeks Low-Income Representative For Advisory Board
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The fifteen-member board advises on funding for basic needs, self-sufficiency, and housing programs, and advocates for services supporting low-income residents at local, state, and federal
levels.
Clark County encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds, including people of color and those from historically under-resourced communities.
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or via email at abby.molloy@clark.wa.gov. Application materials and more information are available online at clark.wa.gov/community-services/caab-community-action-advisory-board <https://wapartnersh
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Okanogan County Community Action Council <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=a55ecb0f2f&e=290850492e> : A Growing Hunger: Food Assistance
Funding
As legislative budget cuts continue to threaten food assistance programs, the Okanogan County Food Bank is taking action and getting our hands dirty with innovative agricultural initiatives
designed to boost local food security and sustainability. “Harvesting Hope,” a new community garden project, in tandem with our new “Grow a Row” campaign and freshly launched “Gleaning”
program, we aim to fortify Okanogan County’s self-reliance and resilience, creating a robust framework for food security as external funding dwindles.
Continue reading for additional details on our “Grow a Row” campaign, “Gleaning” program and our Zero Waste initiative.
Call our office at (509) 422-4041 <http://tel:5094224041/> to reach the Food & Nutrition department or email us at nutrition@occac.com <mailto:mail:nutrition@occac.com> for more info!
If you are interested in making a monetary donation to any of these programs specifically or to the Harvesting Hope Campaign in general, you can do that by clicking the DONATE button
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items we need under each program below that you can donate. We need a LOT of supplies to keep these programs up and running and to make them all a great success! We appreciate any help
you can provide!
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Compassion in Action: Inside the Heart of the Foundational Community Supports Team
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In the often unseen corners of social work, where compassion meets perseverance, the Foundational Community Supports team is doing work that is as challenging as it is vital. During
a recent team conversation featuring Claire Ghering and Courtney Lara, attendees were given a window into the daily triumphs, heartbreaks, and unwavering dedication that define this
field. What emerged was a raw and inspiring testament to the power of human connection and collaboration.
One of the stories Claire shared captured the spirit of the team’s work. She spoke about a client she continues to support through the Foundational Community Support (FCS) Program. The
woman is still without a proper bed, currently sleeping on an air mattress on the floor. They’re awaiting funding to help get her set up with more permanent and essential items—things
most people take for granted, like a bedframe, a dresser, or even a stable space to feel safe. “We’re just helping her body feel safe and housed,” Claire said. And though the situation
is far from ideal, she called it “a really sweet story” because of the way so many systems—housing departments, shelters, and coworkers—have come together to make incremental progress
possible.
That spirit of collaboration runs deep in the FCS team. “I love that this job is so collaborative,” Claire added. It’s a sentiment echoed by Courtney, who emphasized how strong communication
and teamwork are essential to everything they do. “We communicate very well,” she said of the FCS team. “And just the collaboration that we have within the agency and then also the
connection that we make—I have a caseload too, and it’s incredible to see members grow and achieve things that at one point, they thought they never could.”
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We’re excited to announce our first-ever MDC <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=9de71a18fe&e=290850492e> Comedy Benefit Show on April
23! Don't miss out, get your seats now!
This is so much more than just a comedy show and a fun night out. All proceeds will go directly into supporting our clients. Proceeds from ticket sales will help support critical programs
and services like withdrawal management, housing, education, and employment right here in Tacoma and Pierce County.
So laugh hard. Give back. Make a real difference.
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Neighborhood House <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=78761af1ec&e=290850492e> : What Matters Most 2026
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Since 1906, Neighborhood House has been showing up. For families finding their footing in a new country. For kids who need a safe place to learn. For elders navigating systems that weren’t
built for them. For anyone who’s been told they don’t belong.
What Matters Most is where we come together—community members, partners, supporters—to celebrate the work, hear the stories, and keep it going. Food, drinks, performances, and real talk
about what it takes to build belonging in Seattle.
Your ticket supports housing, education, adult education, employment, youth & family services, health programs, and everything in between. Because this work doesn’t stop, and neither
will we.
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Solid Ground <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=a309aeb167&e=290850492e> : Groundswell Gala
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Join us for an evening of purpose, celebration, and collective power.
Step into a movement rooted in community, where resilience, hope, and transformation take the spotlight. We’ll honor the individuals and families breaking cycles of poverty, along with
the incredible community walking beside them to build a better, more equitable future for all.
Following an inspiring program and a powerful moment to invest in this vital work, the celebration continues with live music, dancing, and the joy that comes from standing together,
united in purpose.
Let’s build momentum. Let’s shape our future. Let’s keep the groundswell going.
WHAT: Groundswell Gala
WHEN: Friday, May 15, 2026
* 5:30pm – Reception
* 6:45pm – Dinner Program
* 8:30pm – Afterparty
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* Early Bird: $180/Ticket, $1,600/Table of 10
* After April 10: $200/Ticket, $1,800/Table of 10
QUESTIONS? Contact our Events team at events@solid-ground.org.
Washington governor signs bills banning masked agents, impersonating law enforcement
The bills are a result of federal immigration operations, according to legislators.
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The mask ban includes exceptions for extreme weather or safety conditions and comes in response to a growing trend of federal immigration agents concealing their identities while making
arrests across Washington and the country.
A separate bill signed into law bars members of the public from impersonating law enforcement using fake uniforms or vehicle markings.
State Sen. Javier Valdez, the sponsor of the mask ban, said the legislation was a direct response to federal tactics he saw last summer.
"Fear, intimidation, tearing families apart — that's not the Washington I know, not the Washington I was born and raised in, and I'm glad we were able to act," Valdez said.
Legislators noted that state and local law enforcement have long been prohibited from concealing their identities in Washington, but said recent actions by federal agents made it necessary
to extend that prohibition.
Ferguson called for passage of the law during his State of the State address in January.
"This conduct will undoubtedly be remembered as a shameful period in our nation's history," he said. "It's horrific, it's unjust, and it needs to stop now."
Immigration advocates praised the signings, saying the laws would help reduce fear in immigrant communities.
"We hear their stories and we speak on the challenges and violence that they're experiencing as unidentified and masked agents are taking and disappearing our loved ones, our neighbors,
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Working Families Tax Credit Updates – March 2026
Actualizaciones del Crédito Tributario para Familias Trabajadoras (WFTC) – marzo 2026
Tax Year 2025 WFTC applications are open!
You can now apply for the 2025 Working Families Tax Credit! Unsure if you qualify? Use the chart below to see if you are under the adjusted income limits. These adjustments reflect inflation
rate changes from the IRS. Check out the 2025 eligibility updates <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=4c2ebdd902&e=290850492e> .
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Act now: Tax Year 2022 WFTC closes this year
It’s not too late to apply for tax years 2022, 2023, and 2024. For every tax year, we accept applications for up to three years from the close of the year in which your federal tax return
was due. The deadline to apply for the 2022 WFTC is Dec. 31, 2026.
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Give your feedback, get a gift card
The Washington State Department of Revenue wants to make it easier for people to claim the Working Families Tax Credit — and we’re looking for a few WFTC recipients to give us feedback.
We’re partnering with the New Practice Lab at New America, a non-profit organization who helps design government services.
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Mixed-Status Families Rule
HUD seeks to strip all housing assistance from families who have at least one member without “citizenship or eligible immigration status.” Because of this reckless proposed rule change, 80,000
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all of whom are themselves U.S. citizens.
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Work Requirements and Time Limits on Housing
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Cesar Chavez name to be removed from Seattle garden after abuse accusations
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César Chávez’s name will be removed from a Seattle institution after newly public sexual abuse allegations.
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said a garden named for Chávez would be renamed and that other tributes at the building would also change.
“The farm worker movement is bigger than just one person,” Ortega said. “We’ve got a garden named after him, those things will change.”
“Asked Thursday whether he would press local agencies to remove Chávez’s name from places such as the garden outside El Centro, Ferguson said the state had already decided to stop honoring
Chávez in the ways he directly controls, while broader changes would require more discussion.
“My view is the movement’s bigger than any one individual,” Ferguson said. “The farm worker movement did so much for farm workers, for labor rights, for human dignity. It’s bigger than
any one person.”
Ferguson said he had met with Ortega and lawmakers before speaking publicly and described the allegations as so serious that many people were still “reeling” and trying to decide what
would be appropriate next.”
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WSCAP LEARNING CENTER
Through our Learning Center, your agency will benefit through improved employee retention and increased staff capacity. This is a FREE resource exclusively for WSCAP members.
Enroll today and begin your training!
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1. Introduction to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Employment & Training (SNAP E&T)
2. The Power of Partnership: Becoming a SNAP E&T Intermediary
3. Pathways to Progress: Strengthening SNAP E&T Program Delivery
4. Impactful Oversight for SNAP E&T Intermediaries
5. From Agreement to Impact: How Intermediaries Navigate Contracting and Compliance in SNAP E&T
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Share your input: Department of Housing Task Force survey open now
Take to survey by April 26 to shape recommendations for a potential state Department of Housing
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coordinating and problem-solving hub to ensure adequate housing supply and housing stability for everyone in Washington.
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The survey will take about 15 minutes and is open to anyone who is interested. We are not collecting names or personally identifying information. The survey closes April 26.
In December 2025, Governor Bob Ferguson signed executive order 25-12 creating the Department of Housing Task Force. The Task Force's final report is due November 15, 2026, and will be
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2026 Community Assessment Skill Builder
From Requirement to Real Insight
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A strong community assessment does more than meet a requirement. It provides the insight Community Action Agencies need to plan effectively, learn continuously, and respond to changing
community conditions. This two-part virtual Skill Builder is designed for staff who lead or manage the community assessment process and want to deepen both the quality and usefulness
of their work.
This training goes beyond compliance to focus on how to design and conduct community assessments that combine meaningful data with lived experience, including the perspectives of people
with low incomes. Participants will explore how to move from a one-time assessment to an ongoing learning approach and how to use findings to inform planning, priorities, and decision-making
across the agency.
Participants will be introduced to NCAP’s free data hub as one optional resource and will discuss how to integrate data from multiple sources, including national, state, local, internal,
and customer-driven data. The Skill Builder emphasizes practical approaches that reflect the realities of CAA capacity and timelines.
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THE POWER OF CONNECTION: THEN, NOW, & TOMORROW
NEIGHBORS BY YOUR SIDE
Join us as we celebrate The Power of Connection and SNAP’s <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=237c28a81b&e=290850492e> 60th Anniversary,
Wednesday, April 29, 2026, 12 to 1 p.m. at Spokane Central Library, 906 W. Main Avenue, in downtown Spokane.
This milestone event is SNAP’s largest fundraiser of the year and officially kicks off Community Action Month in May. It will be our first major opportunity to gather as a community
to celebrate 60 years of impact and fuel the next chapter of SNAP's work.
For six decades, SNAP has been neighbors by your side, opening doors to opportunity for families, entrepreneurs, and individuals across our region.
Doors open at 11:30 a.m. for guests who would like time to connect before the program begins. Formal invitations and registration details coming soon. We hope you will mark your calendar
and plan to join us.
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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: Spring Boards in Gear Webinar <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=37b83f21b6&e=290850492e> - 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: Spring Finance Unlocked for Nonprofits Webinar <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=c3aa645d97&e=290850492e> - Wednesday, May
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Let's Go Legal
Covers: State Law, Federal Law, Fundraising, Employment Law, and Intellectual Property
* Online: Spring Let's Go Legal Webinar <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=37eb99232d&e=290850492e> - Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 10:00AM
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Monarch Rise & Shine Breakfast
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Mark your calendar for April 2nd! Start your morning with purpose and community at the Monarch Rise & Shine Breakfast. Join friends, neighbors, and local leaders from Thurston, Mason,
Lewis, and Grays Harbor counties as we unite to champion children and families. Experience the power of coming together for a cause that truly matters.
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is a beacon of hope—a safe, welcoming space where children and families affected by abuse find healing. Our dedicated teams provide trauma-informed care, working side by side to ensure
no child faces their journey alone. Your attendance and generosity empower us to continue this lifesaving work, offering vital services and renewed hope to our community.
Together, We Create Change Want to make an even bigger difference? Let’s connect! Reach out at monarchinfo@caclmt.org or call us at 360-438-1100 to explore sponsorship, volunteering,
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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
workshops, and invaluable connections await!
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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
Tuesday, June 2 - Wednesday, June 3, 2026
Main conference
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to miss! There will be delicious dinner, drinks, auction items, raffles, games, music, and more. All with the same casual and fun atmosphere you’ve come to expect from MSC. We are celebrating
our 25th anniversary of this event (formerly Crab Feed) and we hope you’ll join us!
Early bird ticket deadline: April 15
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