What is happening in Olympia?
We’re fighting for young people, that’s what! High school graduation… Read Article
The Top 10 Reasons We’ll miss CEO and President Jon Fine
After more than 18 years as CEO & President of… Read Article
Threat of Another Government Shutdown has Many on Edge
More people are living on the edge than we realize. The Federal Reserve Board issued a report that found four out of ten Americans, if faced with an unexpected expense of $400, would not be able to cover it. Maybe medical bills from an injury, an emergency car or home repair, or scraping together rent when your expected government paycheck didn’t come through. Read Article
A side effect of snowmageddon: food insecurity
"Food insecurity" is one of those terms that government entities and social workers use—that doesn’t always resonate. But it's felt all the harder during emergencies like snow storms. Read Article
Birthday Dreams for Children Experiencing Homelessness
The joy of opening birthday presents, blowing out the candles… Read Article
So you want to do something about racial equity?
Where do you even start? From our work, we’ve seen… Read Article
Microsoft’s Landmark Pledge Means Fewer Evictions
$500 million for affordable housing. You read that right. That’s… Read Article
Emerging Leaders Connect for Good around Racial Equity
Emerging Leaders participated in the Connect for Good opportunity to learn about racial equity in King County and review MLK service grants. More importantly, they gained a better understanding of what it means to LIVE UNITED, where diversity and inclusivity are at the center of United Way’s mission. Read Article
His Hospital Stay Almost Led to Homelessness
When Jodah locked the door to his apartment that he… Read Article
7 New Year’s Resolutions for a Better Community
Resolutions are often all about self-improvement. Here are 7 simple ideas to improve yourself, your family and your community. Read Article