Project LEAD graduates have just hit the 1,000 mark. That's a great milestone. But what's greater is what it means: that many people—more specifically people of color—are using this training to serve on nonprofit boards and other leadership positions in our community. Because why wouldn't our nonprofits reflect our area's spectacular diversity? Read Article
Blair Taylor, Starbucks chief community officer, reflects on meeting Blue H., a man experiencing homelessness who came to the United Way Community Resource Exchange on April 23 at CenturyLink Field. The Exchange brings together scores of resources and services all in one place, on one day, to help people who are homeless regroup. Hundreds of volunteers powered the day, with the biggest group from Starbucks, the title sponsor. Read Article
Saying we can't build our way out of homelessness is harmful because it singles out one valuable approach to housing people experiencing homelessness. Read on to hear from Rachael Myers, Executive Director of Washington Low Income Housing Alliance, as she answers the question, "Can we build our way out of homelessness?" Read Article
National Volunteer Week is about inspiring, recognizing and encouraging people… Read Article
Homelessness is a crisis for individuals, families and… Read Article
Can We Build Our Way Our of Homelessness? Yes! But can a housing strategy alone get us to a place where we can say we’ve effectively ended homelessness? Read on to get our perspective. Read Article
