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Cultivating Friendships and Connection

During the pandemic, we held sessions for youth over Zoom where we provided social emotional learning via arts and music. We are now back in person! “My son does enjoy Friendship circle so much and always looks forward to signing…

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Keeping Families Safe and Together

Saadiya Hirsi was struggling to find the right services for her 9-month-old, Fadumalaki. She was waiting for services to be delivered in-person but became homeless after COVID-19, and Fadumalaki was then hospitalized. Our Case Managers provided the family with COVID-19…

A group of ten people, including women and children of varying ages, pose together indoors against a decorated backdrop, some wearing costumes. Most are standing, with two women and two children seated in front.

COVID-19 Relief Program

During the pandemic, we provided families with emergency assistance to keep them fed, housed, and digitally connected. We have provided more than $15 million in emergency rental assistance in King County and employment opportunities for people who lost work.