Champions Unite Against Childhood Homelessness
United Way Champions are making a lasting impact on philanthropy in King County. They recently talked about how to end child homelessness, and raised $22,000 for the cause. Read Article
Housing + Income Needed to End Homelessness
We're outraged. 11,643 men, women, children, are now homeless in King County. No one should live on the street, in cars, in shelters. See how we're working to end homelessness and how you can help. Read Article
The Many Causes of Homelessness, All In 1 RV
A devastating diagnosis. Job loss. No place with affordable rent. All causes of homelessness individually. But what if you faced all of them, and more? Read Article
Big $ For At-Risk Youth: Softball Results
7,500 fans headed to Safeco for our 5th annual All-Star Softball Classic. The roster of Macklemore, Gary Payton, 7 Seahawks and loads of Mariners provided tons of shenanigans...and raised a ton of money to support at-risk youth. See just how much! Read Article
Emerging Leaders: A force for change in Seattle
Last week, more than 200 United Way Emerging Leaders gathered at the Gates Foundation Visitor Center for a unique event around taking action against homelessness. Read Article
GED Support With Reconnecting Youth
When your mom asks you to stay home from school, you do it. That's what Lee faced until he dropped out and hen became homeless. Learn how United Way's Reconnecting Youth program got Lee the GED support he needed to put his dreams back in sight. Read Article
28 Foster Care Moves For Seattle Poet Laureate
Moving once is plenty of work for most people. How would you fare through 28 foster care moves? That was the story for Angel, Seattle's Youth Poet Laureate, a determined young woman who had a book deal but no place to sleep. Check out how she got through it. Read Article
How To Talk Homelessness With Your Kids
Homelessness is big, and kids are little. So it's hard to figure out how to talk homelessness with kids in a way they'll understand and maybe even empathize with. Check out these tips to get your conversation started. Read Article
10 Reasons to be Hopeful About Ending Homelessness
We often hear 'are we making any progress toward ending homelessness?'. While there's more work to be done, here are 10 reasons to celebrate the progress that's been made. Read Article
Seahawks Join Roster For At-Risk Youth
How many Seahawks have joined the team for the All-Star Softball Classic? Hint: It'll take you 2 hands to count them. Check out who's in to support at-risk youth. Read Article