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WSCAP Newsletter May 01, 2025
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MAY IS COMMUNITY ACTION MONTH!
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This has been a meaningful project in the works—a space where our students have the opportunity to gain valuable work experience and serve up something special to our community.
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Come check us out, enjoy a bite, and support a meaningful mission during our soft opening. We can’t wait to serve you!
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ANDREA’S STORY – ADORKABLE FLOWERS & GIFTS
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“People aren’t just doing business anymore. They’re looking for where to invest back in their communities. That’s what SNAP <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd
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ANDREA’S STORY: ROOTED IN RESILIENCE, BLOOMING IN COMMUNITY
When Andrea left the Marine Corps in 2013, she didn’t set out to open a flower shop. She just knew she didn’t want to work for someone else. “I wanted to explore college—I had earned
that opportunity,” she said. She found herself in a greenhouse management course, something completely opposite from her military experience. But it stuck.
“I gave it a go. And it grew into something I never expected.”
Adorkable Flowers & Gifts—a name born from her high school nickname—started as a dream and became a healing place. First a business license in 2014. Then a brick-and-mortar storefront
in 2016. Then a pandemic. And still, she kept going.
“It’s an honor to honor people,” Andrea says. And that’s what she does with every bouquet. She sees the way people pause when they see a certain flower, the way scent brings back memories
of mothers, grandfathers, and weddings. “Flowers carry memory. They center you in a moment of love.”
Running a business, however, has carried its own challenges. When an accountant mishandled her books, Andrea was left navigating cleanup that made accessing a loan nearly impossible.
That’s when a friend pointed her to SNAP Financial Access (SFA). What she found wasn’t just business coaching, it was a lifeline.
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A place to heal – and learn to trust again
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Ask Talia* what life is like these days, and she’ll likely give you a one-word answer: QUIET. “Everyone says it’s really good when your life is quiet,” she reflects. “But when you’ve
had so much chaos throughout your life, it really means something.”
That sense of calm and stability didn’t come out of nowhere: Talia has worked hard to build it into the lives of her two young sons – and the daughter who’s on the way – so they don’t
have to experience the cycles of homelessness and abuse that defined much of Talia’s own youth and early adulthood.
Talia is the one who made that all happen, but she’ll tell you that it only became possible three and half years ago when she decided to call Solid Ground’ <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/
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739f2e0b1a&e=b80de0d97c> for domestic violence (DV) survivors.
“This is somewhere where for the first time, I felt safe,” says Talia. “Somewhere where no one was going to hurt me, and I wasn’t going to have to fight. Where I could say, ‘I need advice.
I need resources.’”
Returning to a ‘sanctuary’
Every day, thousands of people in the U.S. make the courageous decision to leave a harmful relationship, often giving up a home, belongings, financial stability, and community to do
so. Many survivors don’t know where to turn for support, which is why studies show that 22% to 57% of homelessness among women is the direct result of domestic violence.¹
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22 North Fire Update
Thank you to Our Community
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We are incredibly grateful to the city of Bellingham Fire Department, our dedicated staff, and the wonderful residents who came together so quickly to respond to the fire at 22 North
on April 22. All our tenants were safely evacuated because of their swift and coordinated efforts, and no injuries have been reported.
Thanks to fire sprinklers and extinguishers, the fire was put out efficiently, limiting the damage to several units. While the cause was most likely burning candles left unattended,
we’re still waiting on the final report from the fire inspector. As we assess the full extent of the fire, smoke, and water damage, our top priority remains the well-being and safety
of our residents.
Everyone affected was offered accommodations with our hotel partners this week. We continue working with residents to ensure everyone has everything they need. At this time, all but
two units are ready for folks to return; as we approach the weekend, staff is working to move tenants back into their homes.
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Café con El Centro de la Raza Tour
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(except holidays) at our historic Beacon Hill building in room 307.
This is a monthly opportunity for members of the community to visit our historic main building, learn more about the history of the organization and the work our programs do, and possibly
get more information about volunteering. We will see you in room 307 for café, snacks and a tour of our building and programs. See what we’re doing to build our “Beloved Community”
and how you can join us.
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Funding declines force Multi-Service Center to shift food bank services to Redondo Heights Food Market
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its food bank operations starting July 7, 2025, citing ongoing funding shortfalls and a rise in community need.
MSC’s food bank, currently housed at its Federal Way offices, will move to the new Redondo Heights Food Bank Market, located about four miles north on Pacific Highway.
The transition comes as MSC faces significant financial pressures, including cuts in federal and state funding, declining food donations, and the lasting impacts of inflation.
“Providing nutritious food for our neighbors is a vital resource that MSC continues to prioritize as one of our core services in our community,” said Kirsten York, CEO of MSC. “While
reducing food bank staffing by 50% at the same time we are experiencing an increase in food bank clients is difficult, we are committed to providing food for our community and will
always find a way to do so.”
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Childcare Business Forum
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You’re Invited!
* Klickitat County Business Forum: Workforce Childcare Needs
* Wednesday, May 7th, 8:30-11:30am
* Lyle Activity Center, Lyle, Washington
* Coffee & Breakfast Buffet provided!
Join other Klickitat County business professionals for our special forum on Workforce Childcare Needs! Guest speakers and committee members will share what they have learned about the
childcare crisis in our community.
Experts from Child Care Aware, ESD 112 & 105, SW WA Workforce Council, the Association of WA Businesses, Economic Development staff and more will report on possible solutions to the
lack of childcare options and the impact on employers in our region.
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Community Action Partnership-Northern Idaho & Asotin County, WA
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to making a difference — and their contributions have been nothing short of inspiring.
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If you would like to get involved, we have volunteer opportunities at our Food Banks (CDA & Lewiston), Area Agency on Aging in Lewiston, and Community Services. To get involved, go to:
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WA: New RiverCities Vancouver commuter bus fills gap left by Lower Columbia CAP
A stopgap effort prompted by the possibility of state funding may prove to be a lifeline for locals who rely on public transportation to get from Longview to Vancouver and beyond.
A stopgap effort prompted by the possibility of state funding may prove to be a lifeline for locals who rely on public transportation to get from Longview to Vancouver and beyond.
The Cowlitz Transit Authority has approved a new RiverCities Transit commuter service along Interstate 5 starting in July that will help meet the needs of commuters after Lower Columbia
CAP's <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=5447e1887c&e=b80de0d97c> transportation services discontinue at the end of June.
The Cowlitz Transit Authority approved earlier this month a new RiverCities service running weekdays starting July 1 with routes departing from the Longview Transit Center to destinations
into Clark County designed to help link riders to Vancouver and TriMet services in the greater Portland metropolitan area.
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Staff Spotlights: The Heart Behind Rural Resources Employment & Training Programs
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get jobs—it’s about changing lives. For Morgan Smith and Nick Porter, two passionate leaders in the Employment & Training (E&T) team, it’s a calling built on compassion, persistence,
and partnership.
Morgan Smith, Employment & Training Supervisor, works in Rural Resources’ Clarkston (Morgan’s hometown) and Pullman offices and has been with Rural Resources since 2006. What began as
a fresh-out-of-college opportunity has turned into a lifelong career dedicated to helping others. From his early days in the Clarkston office to now leading efforts across multiple
counties, Morgan’s love for the work—and the people it serves—has never faded.
“I’ve always loved everything I’ve done with Rural Resources,” he says. “It’s been an awesome experience for everything in my life.”
Nick Porter, Lead Employment Coordinator, works out of our Colville office and shares a similar passion. Starting his Rural Resources journey in 2016 through the AmeriCorps program,
Nick has worn many hats—from remote volunteer to program leader to avid Curlew sports fan.
“When I look at all the different programs, that’s what we’re here for—to help people overcome barriers and build better lives,” he says. “We have the mindset of: Who and how can we
help today?”
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Community Condition Dashboard: Examining Homelessness in Washington is now LIVE!
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This dashboard will assist decision-makers in making data-driven decisions so we can advance a Washington for All. Our innovative approach combines different data sources to provide
a more user-friendly and comprehensive view of homelessness than has previously been publicly accessible. It aggregates data from federal, state, and local governments and community
service providers. This provides a statewide overview of those who use any of the programs in our blended homelessness dataset.
The dashboard utilizes data from:
* Community Housing Support Providers
* Medical Providers
* Department of Social and Health Services Economic Services Administration
* Department of Commerce
* Managed Care Organizations
* Front-Line Staff
* Clark, Snohomish, and Spokane Counties
* Health Care Authority
* American Community Survey Data
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Commerce Needs Your Input
The Washington State Department of Commerce is committed to investing in, and partnering with, communities like yours — now and into the future.
Our new Director of Commerce, Joe Nguyễn, is deeply committed to listening, learning, and being accountable to the people we serve, which is a top priority of Governor Ferguson.
A significant aspect of that commitment is delivering excellent customer service. We are already learning from the great feedback we've received! It helps us understand how we can better
support the individuals, organizations and communities we work with every day. Please take the survey or join a listening session — or both — so that we can learn from you too!
The survey will take just a few minutes of your valuable time. We’ve come up with three ways you can provide feedback on your experience with Commerce:
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options.
The survey will close at the end of May 2025.
If you need any assistance accessing the information or completing the survey, please email community.engagement@commerce.wa.gov <mailto:community.engagement@commerce.wa.gov>
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You're Invited
Private Screening of Cooked: Survival by Zip Code
May 2, 2025, | 7:00 PM | The Grand Cinema
Join us for a powerful evening as we kick off Community Action Awareness Month and Older Americans Month with a private screening of Cooked: Survival by Zip Code, a thought-provoking
documentary that explores the deadly consequences of inequality during climate disasters.
We're honored to welcome County Executive Ryan Mello, who will offer brief opening remarks before the screening.
This gathering marks the beginning of a month dedicated to raising awareness, acting, and standing together for a more equitable future.
Space is limited. Please RSVP using the link below:
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We look forward to sharing this important experience with you.
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finds that more students received school breakfast and lunch last school year compared to the previous school year, due in large part to schools adopting the Community Eligibility
Provision (CEP) and state-level Healthy School Meals for All (HSMFA) policies.
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burden on school nutrition departments, eliminate school meal debt, reduce stigma, and foster innovative service models like breakfast in the classroom and other alternative breakfast
models.
“More students participate in school breakfast and school lunch when meals are available at no charge. Healthy School Meals for All policies ensure every child has access to the nutrition
they need to learn and thrive,” said Crystal FitzSimons, interim president of FRAC. “Additional strategies, such as providing students with enough time to eat and implementing innovative
breakfast models, will ensure the programs continue to grow to meet the need.”
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DOGE cuts hit small farms in western Washington
A successful program to help small farms meet the growing needs of food banks has now been eliminated.
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It's a bitter harvest for Vince Caruso at his family farm in Snohomish.
"Yeah, none of it really makes any sense," he said.
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Local Food Purchase Assistance Program.
The federal program pays small farms to sell healthy produce at wholesale prices to local food banks — helping farms stay afloat while feeding the ever growing ranks of the hungry in
America.
That program has now been eliminated under the Trump administration.
A USDA spokesperson saying it "no longer effectuates the goals of the agency."
Vince Caruso said the cuts no longer effectuate the goals of his small business.
"We're going to have less employees and less hours paid," he said.
The initiative started under the Biden administration during the pandemic when many restaurants were closed and not buying food from farms, while food banks were overrun with demand.
The program was considered a "win-win." That food is now gone, while the need is only growing.
Since 2018, two years before the pandemic, the number of people using food banks in Washington has increased from one in six to one in four.
In Snohomish County alone, more than 164,000 pounds of food will no longer be distributed to those in need around Puget Sound, and local farmers are out $455,000 in revenue.
This, as food banks like the one in the Snohomish County City of Sultan are now having to limit the amount of food distributed because of $5 million in previously announced cuts to emergency
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out the door. They'll serve 250 people in one day alone — the highest in at least two decades.
And that number is expected to grow even higher.
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Farm fresh foods benefit program runs June through October
The Washington State Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) is now accepting applications for the 2025 season.
The program runs from June 1 to October 31 and provides low-income seniors age 60 and older with benefit cards to purchase fresh fruits, vegetables, honey and fresh-cut herbs from local
growers at farmers markets throughout Washington state. Seniors approved for the program will receive a monthly benefit card that may be used to make purchases from participating vendors.
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, “Washington residents age 60 or older and Native Americans/Alaska Natives age 55 or older with a monthly income below 185% of the federal poverty level are eligible for SFMNP benefits.”
Cards will be mailed to participants in early June.
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Best Practices Using Secondary Data to Support Grant Writing and Stakeholder Engagement
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In this webinar, attendees will learn best practices for using secondary data to support grant writing and stakeholder engagement. Specifically, attendees will learn to find and interpret
secondary data in the NCAP Data Hub to demonstrate their agency region’s needs, strengths, and shifting capacities for poverty fighting. They will then practice combining these data
findings with narrative to craft compelling needs statements for grant writing and elevator pitches.
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Risk assessment steps nonprofits can take as the Administration targets federal grants and contracts for termination.
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More Than 9 Million People Could Be at Risk of Homelessness If Federal Rental Assistance Was Eliminated
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More than 9 million people receive housing assistance through rental assistance programs (Public Housing, Section 8, Section 202, Section 811, and Housing Choice Vouchers.) run by the
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). A new snapshot from the Alliance’s Homelessness Research Institute examines the potential impact of eliminating these critical
programs. While the Alliance does not anticipate such dramatic cuts, the data is clear: any cuts to these important programs will result in people losing their current housing, placing
them at risk of homelessness.
Homelessness is traumatic, dangerous and costly: keeping people in their current housing situation is far more efficient (and far less expensive) than the cycle of shelter, emergency
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Fairness in homeless response: The road ahead for DEIA (part 2 of 3)
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Funding opportunity open now to support interagency youth homelessness prevention workgroup
Funding applications close May 13
The Washington State Department of Commerce is making up to $422,000 available to contract with a community-based organization(s) to support the involvement of young people and families,
with lived experience of housing instability and/or systems involvement, in the interagency youth homelessness prevention workgroup. Applicants, applicant partners, and/or sub-grantee
must serve and be substantially governed by marginalized populations.
Funding available through this grant is solely for the purpose of building capacity for collaboration between one or more organizations and the Office of Homeless Youth (OHY) to establish
a permanent Youth Homelessness Prevention Steering Committee of lived experts. This committee will serve as an advisory body for the implementation of recommendations outlined in the
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Washington newborns testing positive for drugs at alarming rates
Washington's newborn drug exposure rates are nearly double the national average, with Spokane County facing rates three and a half times higher.
Newborn babies in Washington are testing positive for drugs at rates far exceeding the national average, the KING 5 Investigators uncovered.
Three mothers in various stages of recovery shared their experiences using drugs during pregnancy and their path to becoming sober.
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"Every day, I was crying because of the guilt and shame," Ciara said. "I didn't know how to ask for help."
Another mom, Alexia, said it’s been difficult to watch her son Jackson exhibit symptoms.
"He had some tremors established," Alexia said. "That was always hard to watch. You don't want to see your baby in any pain, but not everybody is that lucky. I've seen babies going through
some pretty horrific withdrawals."
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On Demand Learning Library for Continuous Improvement
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NCAP WAP-Pro
WAP-Pro: Empowering the Next Generation of Weatherization Leaders—Apply Now for This High-Impact, No-Cost Opportunity!
The National Community Action Partnership is proud to offer WAP-Pro, a premier cohort-based learning experience designed to cultivate the next generation of Weatherization leaders. This
dynamic program equips subgrantees with the tools to select, develop, and retain top talent through an engaging, peer-supported model.
With space limited to just 25 participants, this leadership cohort delivers a high-impact, no-cost opportunity to grow through expert-led curriculum, hands-on exercises, and interactive
collaboration. Participants will engage deeply with the four essential quadrants of professional development—theoretical knowledge, practical skill-building, case study analysis, and
real-world experiential learning. Whether you're a crew member, crew leader, intake specialist, administrative specialist, intake or case manager, this program is designed to empower
you for long-term success as a vital part of a Weatherization team.
Don’t miss this chance to invest in your organization's future—apply today!
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King County and community partners distribute air purifiers to thousands living near airports
The work was part of a project funded by a grant from the Department of Ecology, supported by the WA state Climate Commitment Act. The County distributed purifiers to as many people
as possible with designated funds, and created education materials to continue outreach about other ways to improve indoor air quality.
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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 13-14 with in-person regional WSNC locations in Spokane (Friday, May 16) and Tacoma (Tuesday, May 20). Powerful keynote speakers, memorable
workshops, and invaluable connections await!
Register today <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=4e1a4824ca&e=b80de0d97c> to discover everything that awaits - 30 workshops, 4 keynote
sessions, over 50 speakers, 4 learning tracks, and even more content to come.
Scholarships: We know cost is often a barrier, and thanks to our sponsors we are able to offer a limited number of scholarships. The scholarship application closes this Friday, March
7th.
NAWA Members : NAWA Members have exclusive access to discounted early bird registration rates as well as the special group rate All Access Pass.
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Solid Ground’s Annual Gala
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Join Solid Ground <https://wapartnership.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acf3cee5bbda818ebd4ce40eb&id=52835a3058&e=b80de0d97c> for an elegant evening of fun and generosity. Our Gala
is a gathering of supporters and partners invested in creating a community where everyone can thrive. Attendees enjoy beer and wine, a delicious 3-course dinner, inspiring stories of
perseverance and growth – and a call for support to help build more pathways beyond poverty. The party continues after the program with live music and more celebrating!
WHEN: Wednesday, May 28, 2025 | 5:30pm Doors
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Convention Center)
WHAT: Annual Gala: Building pathways beyond poverty
TICKETS:
* Early Bird: $175 – person | $1,500 – Table of 10
* After April 15: $200 – person | $1,750 – Table of 10
REGISTRATION: events@solid-ground.org <mailto:events@solid-ground.org> | 206.694.6801
TABLE HOSTS & SPONSORSHIPS: brianas@solid-ground.org <mailto:brianas@solid-ground.org> | 206.694.6724
QUESTIONS? CONTACT: events@solid-ground.org <mailto:events@solid-ground.org>
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Save the Date!
The 2025 CAPLAW National Training Conference will take place at the Sheraton Copley in Boston, MA. Join us May 28-30 to learn, be inspired, and connect with others in the Community Action
Network!
Registration Now Open
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Workshop tracks include:
Governance
Finance
Human Resources
Programs
Specialized
Who should attend:
CAA staff + board
Other federal grantees
Attorneys
Financial consultants
Federal + state officials
NEUAC 2025: Registration is Open!
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Luck is on your side! Registration for NEUAC 2025 in Charlotte, NC is officially OPEN! Secure your spot today and be among the first to register for a chance to win a complimentary hotel
room at the Charlotte Westin, our official conference hotel.
Don't miss out on early access to key sessions, networking opportunities, and industry insights that make NEUAC the must-attend event for energy assistance professionals.
Register now and let the luck of the Irish be with you!
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2025 Community Summit
Uniting for Impact, Engaging for Change
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Save The Date: June 4
DSHS Developmental Disabilities Administration 2025 Community Summit: Uniting for Impact, Engaging for Change. This year, the Summit will be an all-virtual conference, bringing together
self-advocates, families, friends, partners and allies to collaborate in building more inclusive communities.
Please join us on June 4, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. for a virtual event featuring:
* Engaging keynote speakers.
* Virtual connection and networking opportunities.
* Virtual resource fair.
* Interactive sessions on issues impacting our communities.
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If you have questions about Community Summit 2025 or want to know how you can be involved, please contact Community Summit steering committee coordinator Ron Bryan at Ronald.Bryan@dshs.wa.gov
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Tickets on sale now!
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Save the date!!!
The event you all know and love is coming this Spring! Mark your calendars for June 7, MSC's annual Spring into Action Dinner & Auction will be held at the Muckleshoot Casino Resort
Event Center!
We are so excited to share this event with our community again this year and come together to celebrate and support the work that MSC is doing.
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