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Tutoring Helps Seattle Students Thrive
The Catholic Community Services Youth Tutoring Program (YTP) in Seattle provides vital academic support and mentorship to more than 300 students from low-income and public housing. Celebrating its 30-year legacy, YTP relies on more than 200 volunteers, including high school and college students, ...
Rainier Valley Legal Clinic Relaunches at ACRS, Reviving a Legacy of Justice and Community Partnership
The Rainier Valley Legal Clinic has relaunched at the Asian Counseling and Referral Service (ACRS), marking an important milestone in community justice. On its opening night, volunteer attorneys from the Asian Bar Association of Washington and the King County Bar Association provided free legal a...
State revokes, suspends licenses, certifications, registrations of health care providers (10-23-2025)
The Washington State Department of Health has revoked or suspended the licenses and certifications of several health care providers due to serious misconduct, including financial exploitation and neglect of vulnerable adults. Key cases include Jose Antonio Vasquez and Nicole Jean Barrera, both su...
2025 SpiritWalk & Warrior Run wrap-up
SpiritWalk & Warrior Run recently took place, featuring a 5K run and a 2K walk, with gratitude expressed to all participants. The event was made possible through a partnership with Brooks Running and sponsorship from Molina Healthcare, Community Health Plan of Washington, and the Washington S...
SNAP Benefits Potentially Impacted by Federal Government Shutdown
The Snoqualmie Tribe announced that in the event of a potential impact on SNAP benefits due to an ongoing federal shutdown, it will open the Tribe’s Emergency Food Assistance Program to eligible Tribal members on SNAP. This move is intended to ensure food support remains in place. The Tribal Coun...
We have some new neighbors
The St. Luke’s Apartments, an affordable housing project adjacent to the church, has officially opened with 84 units in an eight-story building. Initially aiming for 42 apartments, the project exceeded expectations and now provides two- and three-bedroom units for families, some with up to five c...
Looking back: Building the 1 Line to Federal Way
Sound Transit is nearing the completion of the 1 Line extension to Federal Way, set to open on Dec. 6, 2025. The project began with a virtual groundbreaking in July 2020 and has faced challenges, including a landslide that necessitated the construction of Structure C, a long-span bridge. The exte...
Children’s Therapy Center’s 2025 Annual Impact Report
Children’s Therapy Center released its 2025 Annual Impact Report, highlighting the achievements of the past year made possible by the support of its community. The report emphasizes the organization’s commitment to maximizing the potential of children with disabilities. Gratitude is expressed tow...
DESC’s Gimme Shelter is October 24!
DESC’s annual benefit concert, Gimme Shelter, will be held on October 24 from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Georgetown Ballroom in Seattle. The event aims to raise awareness and funds for efforts to end homelessness in the region, featuring local live music and community engagement. The evening will begin ...
Capitol Courier: Join us for a Community Conversation about Prop 1 and the FEPP Levy
The upcoming November ballot in Seattle includes Proposition 1, which seeks to renew the Family, Education, Preschool, and Promise (FEPP) Levy for seven years. This $1.3 billion investment aims to support early learning initiatives, including the Seattle Preschool Program (SPP), which benefits mo...
Time to advocate! Ask City Council for $10 million for rent assistance for at-risk tenants
Last week, a coalition of organizations urged the Seattle City Council to allocate $10 million for tenant-based rental assistance in the 2026 city budget. This funding aims to support low-income tenants living in nonprofit housing financed by the Office of Housing (OH), assisting those struggling...
Upcoming SBHA Training
A webinar titled “Preventing Substance Use and Exploitation in Adolescence” is scheduled for Dec. 3 from 3 to 4 p.m. ET, hosted by Futures Without Violence and the School-Based Health Alliance. This session aims to equip health center providers and administrators with strategies to combat substan...
Samaritan and MultiCare approve affiliation to strengthen community-based care across the Pacific Northwest
The boards of directors for Samaritan Health Services in Corvallis, Oregon, and MultiCare Health System in Tacoma, Washington, have approved an affiliation aimed at enhancing community-based healthcare across the Pacific Northwest. This affiliation, expected to be finalized by mid-2026, will allo...
MSC named as recipient of Gesa Credit Union’s Local Heroes Grant
Multi-Service Center (MSC) has been awarded a $10,000 grant from Gesa Credit Union’s Local Heroes Grant Program, facilitated by the Gesa Community Foundation. The funding will be used to upgrade technology and replace furniture in community common areas, particularly benefiting the William J. Woo...
ACRS, ABAW, and KCBA relaunch Rainier Valley Legal Clinic
ACRS, ABAW, and KCBA have announced the relaunch of the Rainier Valley Legal Clinic. This initiative aims to provide essential legal services to the Rainier Valley community. The clinic will offer support in various legal areas, helping residents navigate their legal challenges. This revitalizati...
Injectable-Only Overlapping Buprenorphine Starting Protocol in a Low-Threshold Setting
DESC has introduced a new injectable-only buprenorphine starting protocol for treating opioid use disorder, focusing on a low-threshold outpatient setting for individuals using fentanyl. A study involving 95 patients with moderate to severe opioid use disorder demonstrated that this protocol yiel...
Smile Survey
The Washington Smile Survey 2023-2024 is a collaborative effort involving the Washington State Department of Health, the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction, local health jurisdictions, and oral health professionals, supported by the Arcora Foundation. Conducted every five years, t...
Blog Post: Vote Yes on Prop 1: Investing in Seattle’s Families and Future
United Way of King County advocates for Seattle voters to support Proposition 1 in the upcoming election, which seeks to renew the Families, Education, Preschool & Promise (FEPP) Levy. This initiative has historically aided children and youth across the city by providing essential services. I...
Landon Is Taking His Shot
Landon, an athletic young man, has transitioned from soccer and cross country to hockey, which he started at age 10 despite initial struggles. His involvement in youth hockey leagues provided crucial support during challenging times in foster care, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic when he ...
DOH Launches Measles Exposure Map to Help Keep Washingtonians Safe
The Washington State Department of Health has launched the Measles Exposure Location Tracker, an online tool providing real-time updates on measles exposure sites across the state. This initiative aims to inform the public of potential exposure, especially following a recent case at Seattle-Tacom...