Solid Ground

Solid Ground hosted its annual Social Justice Salon, focusing on the impact of recent federal spending cuts on social justice and safety-net organizations. Panelists included community leaders from various organizations discussing the dire consequences of these cuts, which threaten food and healt...

For about 12 days in November 2025, more than 500,000 families in Washington state faced uncertainty regarding their food security as payments from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) were halted. Fortunately, following the reopening of the federal government on Nov. 12, the Depa...

Every morning, 3-year-old Sai’chaun eagerly checks on his friends Bobby and Laila, reflecting the close-knit bond between their families at Solid Ground’s Sand Point Housing. Sharing a front porch, the families navigate life together, with their children inseparable and engaging in daily activiti...

On a cloudy August morning, women and children at Broadview Shelter & Transitional Housing engaged in therapeutic gardening, reflecting on hope and progress. Survivors of domestic violence participated in weekly sessions where they planted seeds, symbolizing intentions for healing and growth....

Joy returned to Solid Ground’s Sand Point Housing this summer as youth programs resumed, fostering laughter and community connections after pandemic disruptions. The Sand Point campus supports nearly 200 families, including more than 130 children, offering not just housing but also essential serv...

Heading back to school can be challenging for children from struggling families, as it highlights the disparities in resources. However, this year, more than 100 children and teenagers living in Solid Ground housing received support through community generosity. The “Pack It Forward” initiative r...

Last month, Solid Ground organized a Day of Service in Seattle, where hundreds of volunteers came together to enhance community spaces and support those in need. Participants included families, individuals, and corporate groups who dedicated their Friday to various activities, such as cleaning pa...

This summer, Solid Ground’s Giving Garden at Marra Farm is introducing its first drip irrigation system, which promises to enhance water efficiency and reduce weed growth. The farm is already growing a giant pumpkin weighing over 1,000 pounds, a project born from collaboration with a neighbor kno...

Students at Interagency Academy participated in a 12-week cooking program called Recipes for Success, led by Solid Ground Youth Food Educators. This initiative, a collaboration with PCC Community Markets and Organically Grown, aims to teach essential cooking skills alongside social-emotional lear...

Photographer Florene Jimerson, a 26-year-old Seattle native, reflects on her journey from childhood instability to finding a permanent home. Growing up amidst cycles of displacement and homelessness, Florene faced numerous challenges as her family’s financial struggles led them to constantly move...

At Solid Ground, the interconnection between homelessness and behavioral health is recognized as vital for effective support. The organization provides free onsite behavioral health services at its Sand Point Housing campus, aimed at improving access to mental health care for individuals and fami...

Solid Ground celebrated more than 50 years of supporting individuals facing poverty at its annual gala on May 28, 2025, in Seattle. The event brought together more than 250 community members to honor personal pathways to stability and opportunity. Attendees enjoyed poetry, photography, jazz, and ...

This year’s legislative session in Olympia resulted in mixed outcomes for low-income families in Washington state. Lawmakers successfully passed a historic rent stabilization bill and avoided the most severe cuts to services while addressing a $16 billion budget deficit. However, the legislature ...

Larry Cole is a dedicated volunteer with the Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA), helping individuals navigate the complexities of Medicare. A retired mental health counselor with a background at Boeing, Larry’s passion for health care advocacy stems from personal experiences, in...

Talia, a 27-year-old mother, reflects on her journey from chaos to calm after seeking help at Solid Ground’s Broadview Shelter and Transitional Housing for domestic violence survivors. Having experienced cycles of homelessness and abuse in her youth, she was determined to provide a stable life fo...

At Solid Ground’s Sand Point Housing, a recent event highlighted the importance of cultural representation in children’s literature. A young boy began reading a children’s book about butterfly migration in both English and Arabic, followed by other children sharing stories in Tigrinya, Spanish, a...