Posts in: "Volunteering"

Emerging Leaders build hope and community

United Way of King County Emerging Leaders recently volunteered with the Pat Williams Apartments, one of 13 residential buildings operated by Plymouth Housing Group. Plymouth is transforming the lives of more than 1,000 formerly homeless people in Seattle through a “housing first” philosophy. Read Article

PSBJ Celebrates With Volunteerism

Forget a retirement party, what about a volunteer project? When Steve Wilhelm announced his retirement after 28 years with the Puget Sound Business Journal, a party was the furthest thing from his mind. Instead, he found a perfect way to use his skills to give back. Enter Seattle World School. There, 300 students from 6th to 12th grade, newly arrived from other countries, hone their English skills for a new life in the United States. Once they're up to speed they’re placed at schools within their home district. Students are from Ecuador, Vietnam, China, Ethiopia. Some have been in the country for months, some just a week or two. Read Article

Emerging Leaders Make Birthday Dreams Come True

When we think about issues like homelessness and poverty, many of us think about the essential needs – food, shelter and a steady job. And these are incredibly important building blocks toward a stable lifestyle. But homeless children and parents alike also need moments of levity and reminders that they are valued and cared for. Birthday Dreams is a great example of the many organizations in our community who are not only freeing up resources for families in need so they can build better lives, but also inspiring hope. Read Article

100,000 Opportunities Initiative Wants You! [UPDATED]

With thousands of youth in Seattle & King County out of school and not working, the 100,000 Opportunities Initiative is hosting an Opportunity Fair. It will be a day of connection and empowerment, both to more than 20 leading companies, and a full suite of services, workshops, and inspiration to help break down barriers for youth. Read Article

Connecting to the Breakfast Challenge on a Personal Level

Growing up, I struggled in school and would misbehave often. While I had the unconditional love of my family, we struggled like many other families and not having breakfast was normal. Research now shows us there is a strong correlation between childhood hunger and children struggling in school. Read Article

5 things I love about being an Emerging Leader

I’ll be honest: before I became an Emerging Leader, networking events were not my idea of a good time. But Emerging Leader networking events are truly a lot of fun and also a great way to meet people, whether you are new to town, looking for a new career or just hoping to make a few new friends. Read Article