Author: Grace

November Cause of the Month – Afghan Advantage (AA+)

  The November cause of the month is Afghan Advantage (AA+). This is a grass roots organization formed and led by Afghan women. Their mission is to Nurture Communication, Self-Reliance, Literacy and Leadership by Building Community Connections Through Increased Access to Information, Experiences, and Targeted Life Skills.  Afghan Advantage has provided literacy training for Afghan … Continue reading November Cause of the Month – Afghan Advantage (AA+)

October Cause of the Month – Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network

      The October cause of the month is Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network (WAISN).  WAISN is an immigrant led organization committed to defending immigrant and refugee communities from deportation while advocating for meaningful, systemic change. Their work focuses on both deportation defense and pushing for policies that ensure justice for all Washingtonians.   They protect … Continue reading October Cause of the Month – Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network

August Cause of the Month – Puget Soundkeeper®

 Puget Soundkeeper is the Sunday Offering recipient for August.  Their mission states, “Puget Soundkeeper’s mission is to protect and enhance the waters of Puget Sound for the health and restoration of our aquatic ecosystems and the communities that depend on them.” A founding member of the global Waterkeeper Alliance, Puget Soundkeeper has advocated for … Continue reading August Cause of the Month – Puget Soundkeeper®

July Cause of the Month – Sound Experience

  The July Cause of the month is the Sound Experience. Sound Experience sails the historic schooner Adventuress, a century-old National Historic Landmark tall ship, to educate, inspire, and empower an inclusive community that works to improve our marine environment and celebrates our maritime heritage. Their programs foster environmental sustainability, youth development, and maritime careers. The vision … Continue reading July Cause of the Month – Sound Experience

June Cause of the Month – University District Food Bank

 The June Cause of the month is the University District Food Bank. University District Food Bank exists to support people experiencing food insecurity in Northeast Seattle by providing high quality food and connecting them with vital resources. For over four decades, University District Food Bank has helped prevent hunger in Northeast Seattle neighborhoods. Each … Continue reading June Cause of the Month – University District Food Bank

May Cause of the month – Connect Casino Road

The May Cause of the month is the Connect Casino Road. “Connect Casino Road” is a collaborative of the people, for the people. Through inclusive, innovative, and transformative collaboration, Connect Casino Road identifies, champions, resources, and brings to life the vision and dreams of the Casino Road community. The Casino Road neighborhood, located about 4 miles … Continue reading May Cause of the month – Connect Casino Road

April Cause of the month – 350 Washington Network

  The April Cause of the month is the 350 Washington Network. The 350 Washington Network unites the eleven 350.org-affiliated but financially and strategically independent local groups across Washington state to grow the global people-powered movement for climate justice. 350 WA’s independent local groups have a strong history of successfully organizing for climate policy and … Continue reading April Cause of the month – 350 Washington Network

March Cause of the Month – Freedom Education Project Puget Sound

    The March Cause of the month is Freedom Education Project Puget Sound (FEPPS). Freedom Education Project Puget Sound (FEPPS) is a nonprofit that provides a rigorous, accredited college program for incarcerated women, transgender, and gender nonconforming people in Washington, and supports pathways to higher education after students return to community from prison. FEPPS … Continue reading March Cause of the Month – Freedom Education Project Puget Sound