Neighborhood House

The National Health and Wellness Association (NHWA) has launched a new initiative called “Advocacy in Action,” aimed at promoting health and wellness through community engagement and legislative advocacy. This program encourages individuals to participate in local health initiatives and work coll...

The Housing Washington 2025 Conference, held Sept. 29-30 in Bellevue, Washington, gathered housing advocates, developers, policymakers, and service providers to discuss the future of affordable housing. The event featured keynote speakers Brian Goldstone and Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor, who addressed...

The Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise (FEPP) Levy in Seattle, originally approved in 2018, supports education programs from preschool to postsecondary, focusing on equity for marginalized groups. With the renewal (Proposition 1) on the ballot, voters can continue this essential funding,...

Neighborhood House will host a celebration on Oct. 7, 2025, to rename its Rainier Vista building as The Wilcox Center. This event honors Shirley and Louis Wilcox for their significant contributions to the community and acknowledges the ongoing efforts of Neighborhood House volunteers. The Wilcox ...

Kenny Joe McMullen was a dedicated advocate for the Black gay community in Seattle, primarily focusing on HIV and AIDS prevention and support. He worked with various social service nonprofits, including the Northwest Kidney Centers and SouthEast Seattle Senior Center, but his most impactful contr...

The Employment Security Department’s Unemployment Insurance (UI) Navigator program has received $1 million in funding from the state Legislature, allowing it to continue for another year. Over the past 16 months, this program has assisted more than 7,000 people in underserved communities in bette...

Youpa’s journey embodies the mission of Neighborhood House, which aims to provide tools and support for individuals to create brighter futures. Initially seeking stability through the Economic Security for All (EcSA) program and its Matched Investment Savings Account (MISA), Youpa secured stable ...

This fall, Neighborhood House will rename its Rainier Vista location the Wilcox Center in honor of Shirley and Louis Wilcox for their significant contributions to the community. Shirley, who began as a volunteer, became the first Black board president in 1954, leading transformative changes such ...

Neighborhood House’s 2025-2029 Strategic Plan emphasizes its mission to promote equity and community well-being in King County amidst a challenging political environment marked by hostility toward immigrants and threats to public funding. Following a 2023 community needs assessment and a 2024 eng...

July is recognized as Disability Pride Month, a period dedicated to celebrating the history, achievements, and contributions of individuals with disabilities while emphasizing the importance of inclusion and accessibility. This observance serves as a reminder that disability is a natural part of ...

Last month, Janice Deguchi participated in a panel for the Arcora Foundation aimed at promoting oral health equity. The discussion highlighted the challenges faced by low-income and immigrant families in accessing dental care. Many children in Head Start programs have never seen a dentist and oft...