Hello friend,
Across King County, families are navigating historically high rent and rising costs of living. Research shows that even a $100 rent increase can lead to a 9% increase in homelessness.
But we know that when families stay housed, children stay in school, parents keep their jobs, health outcomes improve, and communities avoid costly crisis responses.
That’s why United Way of King County focuses on homelessness prevention,
stopping evictions before they happen. By keeping our neighbors in their homes, we’re building the foundation for strong families, economies, and communities.
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If you make less than $80,000 (or $96,000 for non-single filers), our IRS-certified volunteers can prepare and file your taxes at no cost. Attend our upcoming events on April 4 and April 11 at the West Seattle Food Bank, or visit our local
tax sites.
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- April 19: Seed2Fork Garden Party Volunteer
Opportunity Looking for a way to give back during National Volunteer Month? Join us at Seed2Fork Farm as they prepare for the upcoming growing season! Volunteers will clear beds, prepare soil, organize supplies, and get plant spaces ready
for spring crops.
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Big news! Washington State Senator Patty Murray has
secured $800,000 for United Way of King County’s Home Grocery Delivery Program as part of a multi-million dollar funding package for projects across Washington state.
This federal investment will allow us to continue serving thousands of families who can't easily access traditional food banks due to disabilities, transportation barriers, or work schedules. Since launching in 2020, our Home Grocery
Delivery Program has completed over 900,000 deliveries, making us one of the largest food bank delivery services in the nation.
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- Mother's Care
Norine Hill, founder and director of Mother Nation, shares how her Seattle-based, United Way-supported organization is addressing King County's housing crisis by providing cultural healing services, housing support, and other resources for Indigenous
women and families.
- Washington's Millionaires' Tax Update
The Millionaires' Tax is expanding the Working Families Tax Credit to 460,000 additional households, putting cash directly into the pockets of families for rent, groceries, and childcare.
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