Financial Assistance
Financial assistance combines financial counseling with help for move-in costs, rent, and utilities (including discounts) to keep households stable during hardship. These supports address immediate bills while guiding residents toward longer-term financial health.
News related to Financial Assistance
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CCS Programs Counter Winter Cold with Warmth and Comfort
During the coldest months, Catholic Community Services (CCS) provides vital support to neighbors affected by winter weather. Many people ...
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Partnering to stop homelessness at its source
Many residents in Seattle and King County face difficult choices due to rising costs of housing and basic necessities. In January 2025, e...
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WA ABLE Survey and New Eligibility and Savings Limits
Washington State ABLE is seeking feedback from community partners through a new survey aimed at improving the sharing of disability resou...
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VA limits apportionment of disability benefits
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced a new ruling that limits the circumstances under which disability benefits can...
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KCRHA 2026 Legislative Priorities
Today marks the start of the 60-day 2026 state legislative session in Washington. As the main organization addressing homelessness in Kin...
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Neighbors Helping Neighbors: Thank You from All of Us
Issaquah Community Services’ Neighbors Helping Neighbors campaign has successfully raised over $106,000 to aid local families in financia...
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We can’t let another generation of kids slip into homelessness
Sixty percent of guests at Mary’s Place in Seattle are children under 18, highlighting a severe homelessness crisis in the region, accord...
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How the knowledge and experiences of Indigenous and Urban Native people are inspiring innovative solutions in Seattle’s Climate Action Plan Update
Indigenous and Urban Native participants in Seattle are contributing to the city’s updated Climate Action Plan through a two-day communit...
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Here’s how our state can step up where the other Washington has turned its back
Washington state aims to support its residents in the face of rising poverty and federal funding cuts. Unlike the federal government, whi...
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A new day: Councilmembers Rinck and Foster sworn in, Hollingsworth selected as council president
Councilmembers Alexis Mercedes Rinck and Dionne Foster were ceremonially sworn into office on January 6, 2026. Both will serve full four-...
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Ryan and Andrew rebuild after the unthinkable
Ryan, a single father, faced a crisis after a fire destroyed his home, leaving him and his 10-year-old son, Andrew, without stable housin...
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Juma Announces New CEO to Propel the Organization into Its Next Era of Growth
Juma Ventures has appointed Dr. Lisa Chin as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2026. Dr. Chin has over 20 years of ex...
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When a Helper Needs Help
Disabled Army veteran DaQuan Bethea faced financial challenges after being furloughed from his job with the Department of Defense due to ...
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Disaster Assistance Centers Open Jan. 2-5
Disaster Assistance Centers will open from January 2 to January 5 in King County, Washington, to support residents affected by recent flo...
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King County Disaster Assistance Centers open this weekend (January 2 – 5)
King County will open Disaster Assistance Centers from January 2 to January 5 to help residents affected by recent flooding. The centers ...
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2025: KCRHA Year in Review
As 2025 ends, King County faces ongoing challenges with homelessness, with approximately 18,000 individuals entering homelessness each ye...
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TSGLI celebrates 20 years of honoring severely injured service members
The Servicemembers’ Group Life Insurance Traumatic Injury Protection program (TSGLI) marks its 20th anniversary in December 2025, having ...
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Ending the year with gratitude and real impact
As the year ends, BrightSpark Early Learning Services encourages community members to invest in children’s early learning and development...
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Mayor Harrell Releases 2025 Annual Report and Highlights Administration’s Four-Year Accomplishments
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell released his 2025 annual report, highlighting key achievements of his administration over the past four years...
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Historic Washington Flooding: How you can help those impacted
Historic flooding in Washington has caused significant damage, particularly in the Snoqualmie Valley, following three weeks of heavy rain...
Events for Financial Assistance
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WA ABLE Survey
Join the WA ABLE Survey starting January 14, 2026, to provide valuable feedback on improving the sharing of disability resources in our c...
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East King County Family Resource Center - Information and Assistance Services - Russian Speaking
The East King County Family Resource Center offers Information and Assistance Services for Russian-speaking families on Jan. 22 from 2 p....
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Essentials First Day of Action
Join Essentials First for a Day of Action on Jan. 26, 2026, in Olympia, where community members will come together to advocate for hygien...
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Social Services Community Connection
Join the Social Services Community Connection on Jan. 27 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the South Park Neighborhood Center, located at 82...
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East King County Family Resource Center - Information and Assistance Services - Cantonese and Mandarin Speaking
The East King County Family Resource Center offers information and assistance services for Cantonese and Mandarin speakers on Jan. 28 fro...
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HOMES: Presentation
Join us for the HOMES presentation on Jan. 28 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Kent Senior Activity Center, located at 600 E Smith St, Kent...
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Family Workshop: Navigating your path to financial well-being
Join us for the Family Workshop: Navigating Your Path to Financial Well-Being on Jan. 28 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Sherwood Forest Elementar...
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East King County Family Resource Center - Information and Assistance Services - Russian Speaking
The East King County Family Resource Center offers Information and Assistance Services for Russian-speaking families on Jan. 29 from 2 p....
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Taller familiar gratuito: El Camino hacia un Bienestar Financiero
Join us for a free family workshop, “El Camino hacia un Bienestar Financiero,” on January 29 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Sherwood Forest Eleme...
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Family Resource Center Drop-In Hours
Join us at the Family Resource Center for drop-in hours on Jan. 30, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1005 NE 67th St., Seattle. Attendees ...
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Financial Aid & Admissions Info Session | AU
Join Antioch University for a Financial Aid and Admissions Info Session on February 2, 2026, from 4 to 5 p.m. PST. This virtual workshop ...
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East King County Family Resource Center - Information and Assistance Services - Cantonese and Mandarin Speaking
The East King County Family Resource Center will host an Information and Assistance Services event for Cantonese and Mandarin speakers on...
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ARCH
Community members are invited to visit ARCH on February 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 16305 NE 87th St, Suite 119, in Redmond, Washington. ...
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HOMES: Presentation
Join us at the Vashon-Maury Senior Center on Feb. 6 from 1 to 2 p.m. for a presentation on property tax exemptions available to seniors, ...
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Changes to VA Disability Benefits Apportionment
Join us on February 9, 2026, for an informative session on the recent changes to VA disability benefits apportionment. This event will pr...
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2026 Frederick J. Krause Scholarship Application Deadline
The application deadline for the 2026 Frederick J. Krause Scholarship on Health and Disability is March 6, 2026. This prestigious scholar...
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Free Tax Help Event _ March 13
Get free tax assistance at the Free Tax Help Event on March 13 from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Seattle Children’s, located at 3939 S Othello St,...