Mid April 2026 News
April events are popping up fast! In this newsletter I’ve included a few news bits, events usually organized by date rather than topic, also Advocacy opportunities, Resources, Articles, Funding, and Employment.
FUNDING
Our 2026 District 3 Councilmanic grants are now open! Each year, Sarah Perry has the privilege of awarding Councilmanic grants to community organizations and tribal and city governments throughout District 3! Investing in our local governments and non-profit organizations and funding innovative ideas ensures that our communities can thrive, now and in the future!
The grant categories this year are:
Community Service Operating
Veterans Service Organizations
Get Active Stay Active
Supporting Local Solutions (Food, Housing, Behavioral Health & More!)
Food Security
Food Security Capital (NEW!)
Community Climate Resilience (NEW!)
For more detailed information on each of these categories, check out the application at this link or by clicking the button below. Applications are due Monday, April 20 @ 11:59 p.m. Check out https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/D3-grants
If you have any questions, please email our District 3 team member, Tabatha Foxwell, at tabatha.foxwell@kingcounty.gov.
Seattle King County Clinic
FREE Dental, Vision & Medical Care for People in NeedThursday, April 23 - Sunday, April 26 atSeattle Center, aiming to meet the immediate needs of people who struggle to access or afford dental, vision, and medical care, to positively impact the health of the region, and to increase awareness of the profound need for accessible and affordable healthcare. Arrive early, if possible. First-come, first-served. Tickets are distributed starting at 5:30 AM each day at the Fisher Pavilion (2nd Ave N & Thomas St).
The door at Fisher Pavilion will officially open at 12:30 AM and close around 6 or 6:30 PM. One can come in anytime after 12:30 to take a seat (or leave a book as a marker) and come back at 5:00 AM to take your seat prior to the issuance of the tickets. Make sure to arrive inside the Fisher Pavilion no later than 6-7 AM. Most tickets will run out between 9-11 AM especially the first few days.
Services:
1. Dental: Fillings, extractions, cleanings, x-rays.
2. Vision: Full eye exams and prescription eyeglasses (made off-site and mailed later).
3. Medical: Physicals, mammograms, EKGs, lab tests and immunizations.
Link: https://seattlecenter.org/skcclinic/patients/
Ribbon Cutting: Rainier Trail Dog Park, Rainier Trail 5:30-6:30 p.m. April 20
Earth Day at the Miyawaki Forest, Miyawaki Forest 4-6 p.m. April 22
Spring Business Open House, Blakely Hall 9-11 a.m. April 23
Trailblazers Exhibit Opening, Issaquah Depot Museum 6-8 p.m. April 23
City Nature Walk, Confluence Park 1-2:30 p.m. April 24
Downtown Issaquah Spring Wine & ArtWalk, Olde Town 6-9 p.m. April 24
EARTH WEEK is April 15-22 Check https://kingcountyfieldnotes.org/2026/03/26/under-the-canopy-earth-week-2026/ for a list of events in King County
April 22 at noon PT -- WISC-EEWG, Ecumenical Advocacy Days and Creation Justice Ministries for a multi-faith celebration for Earth Day on Capitol Hill. Together we celebrate this Earth Day and recommit to the work of caring for our shared planet! Stand with other faith leaders, activists, and policy officials at the place where decisions are made to protect and preserve the Earth! This will also be live streamed- be sure to register to receive the link. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScN-J-OgdB1cQfUGwnRNKHFjrr5i4UKSZYX3OMnmk-V2tf0kQ/viewform?emci=a94ebc5d-e131-f111-9a48-000d3a14b640&emdi=2088c3b0-0035-f111-8ef2-000d3a14b640&ceid=12789774
Meaningful Movie: The Librarians April 236:00 PM, Thursday, Online Event - Pacific Standard Time by Bryn Bachman. Film takes viewers from Texas to Florida and beyond, where local libraries have become unexpected battlegrounds in a national struggle over parental control, intellectual freedom, and democracy itself. Please RSVP to be invited to join the movie. https://sustainableballard.wildapricot.org/event-6555843/Registration
The Church Council of Greater Seattle invites you to Weaving Our Strengths onSaturday, April 25! a day of workshops and reflection to ground us in making change for liberation & justice. This year’s event will focus on non-cooperation and is supported by our multifaith partners. We are excited to welcome Kaitie Dong, a trainer with the Puget Sound Non-Cooperation Trainers Hub, as our keynote speaker! You can learn more about non-cooperation as a tool of resistance through the Freedom Trainers digital library, which includes resources in Spanish. Check out our landing page for the latest information. This year we are looking for volunteer support during the event - look for that option on the registration page when you sign up. We hope to see you there! Contact 206-525-1213 or info@thechurchcouncil.org
Register at https://thechurchcouncil.ourpowerbase.net/civicrm/event/register?id=42&reset=1
Meaningful Movie: The Oil Machine7:00 PM, Tuesday, April 28, 2026 PST. The Oil Machine brings together a wide range of voices from oil company executives, economists, young activists, workers, scientists, and pension fund managers. It considers how this machine can be tamed, dismantled, or repurposed. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87929718047?pwd=NmwvcmdqdnZEYWJiS0t3ODRZWFhKQT09Due to an unpleasant Zoom bombing incident, we will be locking our meeting at 7:10, so please do your best to arrive on time. Thank you for your understanding.
Thursday, April 30, 2026, Surviving Violence, a powerful community event happening from 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM at Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel hosted by Reclaim in collaboration with Trail Youth, Snoqualmie Tribe, Snoqualmie Valley Health, and WomenSpirit Coalition.
This event is designed to bring together survivors, allies, advocates, and community members to recognize the resilience of those who have experienced violence and to build collective understanding. It’s a moment to gather as a community; to listen, learn, and support one another on the journey from surviving to thriving. For more information and to register, go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/surviving-violence-a-community-of-strength-tickets-1984643359714?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl
Age- and Dementia-Friendly Washington initiative is the result of ongoing collaboration between Washington State’s Department of Health, Department of Social and Health Services, the Health Care Authority, and other key partners serving older adults. It is supported by the Age- and Dementia-Friendly Advisory Group. General.Public Forum on April 23 will have ASL interpretation and CART captioning. To request reasonable accommodations, email Kelsey at Little Pineapple Collab at least two weeks before the forum. If you need accommodation within two weeks of the event, we will do our best to meet your needs.
Spanish General Public Community ForumApril 28, 2026, from 10 a.m. – noon
Tribal Community Members Forum April 30, 2026, from 1 – 3 p.m. This session is for Tribal community members.
Employment
Lake City Partners is seeking an Executive Director
Reporting to the Lake City Partners Board of Directors, the purpose of the Executive Director position at the Lake City Partners ("LCP") is to provide direction and leadership to the administrative and direct service staff in order to advance the organizational mission and Strategic Plan. Other key duties include: supporting the Board in its work; maintaining and enhancing relationships with key funding governmental organizations, municipalities, and donors; and promoting the agency in the wider community. The Executive Director needs to be highly adaptive to an ever-changing community needing services, as well as a vibrant funding environment.
Details and application here: (27) Executive Director | Lake City Partners | LinkedIn
The Snoqualmie Valley Food Bank is seeking an Executive Director
The Snoqualmie Valley Food Bank (SVFB) is seeking an experienced nonprofit leader to help end food insecurity in our close-knit community nestled in the Cascade foothills. With a new facility opening in January 2027, this is an exciting moment to lead our next chapter of growth.
Our ideal candidate is experienced, mission driven, devoted to operational excellence, fluent in both the language of the heart and financial statements, and committed to creatively leading the SVFB and community into a brighter, more food-secure tomorrow.
Details available here: Opening: Executive Director | svfb
Operations Manager
Manos Unidas International is hiring a part‑time Operations Manager (30 hours/week) to help keep our growing organization running smoothly. This role supports our HR, finance, and grant compliance systems so our team can continue serving Latino, immigrant, and disability communities with care and excellence. We’re looking for someone organized, detail‑oriented, and committed to equity—ideally with experience in nonprofit operations or finance. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus. Salary is $41,250–$52,500/year, with pro‑rated vacation, holidays, and Washington State sick leave.
Read the full Job Description here
If you or someone you know would be a great fit, please send a resume and short cover letter to info@manosunidasinternational.org
Manos Unidas International is hiring Promotores (Community Health Workers) for our Ayllu Hogar home-based visiting program! This role supports Spanish-speaking families of children with disabilities or developmental delays, helping them navigate early intervention, special education, and community resources. Promotores will receive paid training, use our video-based curriculum, and apply their lived experience to support other families. We’re looking for compassionate, bilingual individuals rooted in the Latino community who are ready to make a difference. Applications open in May, with an anticipated start date in July 2026.
Manos Unidas International is launching our new Universal Developmental Screening Program (UDSP) and we are hiring bilingual Early Childhood Specialists to help lead this important work. This role supports families with children ages 0–5 by providing developmental screenings, facilitating family workshops, and helping parents navigate early intervention and special education services. We’re looking for someone with early childhood training (AA or higher), strong cultural humility, and a passion for supporting Latino families in King County. Applications open in May, with an anticipated start date in July 2026.
Later events to put on your calendar:
Nacho Average Trivia Night! Spring Trivia Fiesta Fundraiser for Luther’s Table
Friday, May 15, 6:30–8:30 PM (Doors open at 6:15) at Luther's Table, 419 S 2nd St., Renton. Tickets are $30 and include dinner and non-alcoholic drinks. https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/spring-trivia-fiesta-fundraiser
Registration is open for Imagine Housing's 2026 Signature fundraiser, Landing on Home! Friday, May 15th, @ 4:30pm $100 at The Woodmark Hotel & Still Spa in Kirkland. Ditch the assigned seating and join us for a high-energy, board-game-inspired social event where you play with purpose to support Imagine Housing.
There are a limited number of bundled Main Event & After Party tickets still available. Get yours today before they sell out! REGISTER NOW
Location: Together Center, 16305 NE 87th St Suite 110, Redmond, WA 98052
Topics of discussion: Future of EERC, FY27 Workplan collaboration, networking
A finalized agenda and slide deck will be sent closer to the meeting date.
ContactErin Funk, Eastside Mobility Coordinator (425) 495-3191 EFunk@hopelink.org for more information.
Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health 2026 Summit
Babies are enriched by the love, care, wisdom, and rituals of their caregivers, culture, and communities. Even though our world continues to experience seasons of acute hardship, we choose to center the power of our communities who have always raised babies with an abundance of courage. We invite you to share your own abundance -- and how you connect it with Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH) -- as we center our 2026 BSK IECMH Summit theme "Abundance in Community". Friday, May 15, 2026, 9 am - 4 pm Saturday, May 16, 2026, 9 am - 4 pm REGISTRATION OPEN
Monroe Twin Rivers UnitBlack Prisoners Caucus annual Summit onThursday, July 23, 2026at TRU/Monroe Correctional Complex (MCC). Tentative schedule: 11:30am-3:30pm (4:30pm).
The theme for this year's summit is: “Restoration in Realtime: Youth, Healing, and Accountability.” We are coming together to prove that if we can fund prisons, we can fund healing. Whether you are an educator, a policy maker, or another amazing member of our community, your lived experience is the expertise we need to move from punishment to true repair.
To sign up for this event, please completely fill out and return the attached guest form to bpctwinrivers@gmail.comno later than May 20. Guest forms are required for all prospective visitors by the DOC for background screening purposes. (Note: in the space at the top of the form, after “Volunteer Program Name or Name of Event:” please enter: BPC Summit 7-23-26.) Only the specific BPC sponsors and DOC staff managing these guest forms will see your completed application. A few weeks before the event, the DOC will share with us the list of approved guests, at which time we’ll be in touch to confirm you’re approved to attend, and will share details on dress code, driving directions, and other things to know before arriving at TRU.
Guests should plan to arrive by 11:30am on 7/23 to be processed for entry. Refreshments will be provided, and there will be time to meet and greet people before the event begins. The tentative schedule for the day features inside and outside speakers and discussions until 3:30pm, immediately followed by an optional circle-of-life discussion for the BPC and guests who’d like to share and process our experiences of the event together from 3:30-4:30pm.
Visitors to TRU/MCC must be at least 18 years old. Please feel free to share this far and wide.
If you have any questions, please email us at bpctwinrivers@gmail.com. Thank you! We look forward to your presence!
Federal: House appropriators are aiming to begin reviewing their spending bills – a process known as “markups” – in mid-April. The Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development (THUD) Appropriations Subcommittee, which is responsible for funding HUD programs, is expected to hold a markup ofits FY27 spending bill on May 21, with a full committee markup potentially scheduled for June 4. While these dates may change as the House’s schedule is finalized, the House’s FY27 THUD spending bill must be released before the subcommittee markup. The Senate has yet to release a potential markup schedule.
Take Action: Tell Congress to Provide the Highest Possible Funding for Affordable Housing and Homelessness Programs in FY27!Advocates can take action today by:
Emailing or calling members’ offices to tell them about the importance of affordable housing, homelessness, and community development resources to you, your family, your community, or your work. You can use NLIHC’s Take Action page to look up your member offices or call/send an email directly!
Sharing stories of those directly impacted by homelessness and housing instability. Storytelling adds emotional weight to your message and can help lawmakers see how their policy decisions impact actual people. Learn about how to tell compelling stories with this resource.
Visit NLIHC’s Advocacy Hub for more information and resources that can help you take action and help protect the affordable housing programs people rely on.
Seattle:Mayor Wilson has three pieces of legislation under consideration by Seattle City Council that would be of considerable help in increasing available homeless shelter.
· CB121184 streamlines site leasing and cuts red tape. It grants the Director of Finance and Administrative Services the ability to identify and execute leases for properties up to 65,000 sq. feet and could increase the size of tiny house villages and outdoor camps, reduce barriers in identifying properties, signing leases, and completing utilities so camps can be set up quickly.
· CB121185 authorizes funding for shelter by transferring unused funds from other City Departments now.
Forthcoming legislation would increase limits on shelter size and make possible a large shelter (up to 250 spots!) to be located in every District in Seattle. More info athttps://seattle.gov/mayor/vision-and-values/shelter-expansion
Housing news: This week the Housing Development Consortium (HDC) held their 18th Annual Celebration of Affordable Housing, and I think I heard that Seattle has created more affordable housing than any other municipality in the US. Wow! So why are so many still unhoused? This area is still growing really fast. We are doing a lot, and the new zoning changes can help us continue to make progress although building costs are still high. Katie Wilson, the Seattle mayor, announced that her administration will be using public land to expand housing opportunities. Thank you to all those working with HDC to continue creating new affordable housing while maintaining what already exists!
Meantime here is news about the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development:
The First Circuit Court of Appeals has rejected a Trump-Vance administration request to overturn a court order that is blocking the administration’s attempts to implement unlawful and unreasonable restrictions that seek to shift funding away from proven solutions to homelessness.
For years and through multiple presidential administrations, the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Continuum ofCare (CoC) Program has helped provide the necessary resources for local governments and organizations to fund permanent housing projects for veterans, seniors, people with disabilities, and individuals and families with children experiencing homelessness. On November 13, 2025, however, without explanation, HUD rescinded the two-year notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) that should have governed FY 2025 awards and replaced it with one that threatens existing services, which could push nearly 200,000 Americans into homelessness. It then issued yet another new NOFO a month later. The new NOFO for FY 2025 upended the stability of the program required by law, and would have a devastating impact for communities, unhoused and previously unhoused children, youth, adults, and families, and the service providers who rely on federal funding to provide needed help.
A broad coalition of local governments and nonprofit organizations took legal action to stop the new NOFO in National Alliance to End Homelessness et al. v. HUD, and in December 2025, a federal judge granted preliminary relief, which temporarily blocks the administration’s attempts to implement the unlawful and unreasonable restrictions that seek to shift funding away from proven solutions to homelessness. Today’s decision maintains that block and confirms that Congress’s recent law requiring HUD to renew existing grants does not mean that HUD may implement the unlawful conditions.
The coalition behind the lawsuit includes the National Alliance to End Homelessness (NAEH), the National Low Income Housing Coalition (NLIHC), Crossroads Rhode Island, Youth Pride, Inc., as well as the County of Santa Clara, Calif., San Francisco, Calif., King County, Wash., Boston, Mass., Cambridge, Mass., Nashville, Tenn., and Tucson, Ariz.
The coalition released the following statement in response to the order:
“As the Trump-Vance administration continues to weaponize federal funding and attempts to hold hostage support for people experiencing homelessness – including families, seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities – we are relieved that the appeals court has left the order we earned late last year in place. We will continue to pursue this case and remain dedicated to protecting proven solutions to homelessness and the hundreds of thousands of people who rely on this vital support.”
Democracy Forward and the ACLU Foundation of Rhode Island represent the coalition of nonprofit organizations in the matter; the National Homelessness Law Center represents NAEH and NLIHC; Public Rights Project represents the cities of Boston, Cambridge, Nashville, and Tucson as well as King County; Santa Clara County and San Francisco are also plaintiffs. The Lawyers’ Committee for Rhode Island represents all plaintiffs.
Plaintiff and co-counsel quotes regarding the original filing are available here.
Read the court’s order here.
Here in Washington, our State legislature set aside $15 million for FY2027 to help preserve permanent supportive housing (PSH) at risk of federal funding cuts. The Department of Commerce will manage the funds. The set aside is part of the state operating budget and is awaiting Governor Ferguson's signature. We are still expecting a shortfall in the Notice of Funding Opportunity due to HUD cutbacks amounting to about 40.6 million dollars here in King County. We will need to be really creative to hold onto the housing we have.
King County Regional Homelessness Authority (KCRHA): Recently, KCRHA hosted two workshops on how to build and operate Tiny Home Villages (THVs). THVs play a critical role in our homelessness response system in Seattle and King County because they have a smaller footprint and are quicker to build and get open and operating.
During the workshop, KCRHA consultant Barb Oliver walked through the ins and outs of establishing tiny home villages, including how to cultivate a community atmosphere for residents. This included the best types of land to build on, construction steps, and how to build solid relationships within THV sites.
Learn more about the workshops in our latest blog. Contact KCRHA Director of Special Projects, Marta Asfaw at marta.asfaw@kcrha.org if you’re interested in learning more about operating micro-modular shelters.
Undoing Restrictive Covenants: New Tools from HomeSight
More than 37,000 homes in King County still have racially restrictive covenants in their deeds – a tool of institutional racism that segregates neighborhoods. But they can be easily removed, says HomeSight, who recently shared some simple steps to do it.
You can alsolink to the interactive map created by the University of Washington to see what neighborhoods are still affected.
HomeSight also noted that if you or your ancestors were directly impacted (displaced or barred) by these covenants, you may be eligible for down payment assistance or closing cost support through the Covenant Homeownership Account Act administered by theWashington State Housing Finance Commission and HomeSight.
Housing Development Consortium (HDC)has launched its newest newsletter, the Sustainability Update. The newsletter shares newly released opportunities directly related to the affordable housing sector’s work in going beyond code to exemplary green buildings. The first issue included funding opportunities, technical assistance, trainings, and more.
Visit their Sustainable Buildings Initiative page to learn more about this work and to sign up for the newsletter.
HDC is a member of the Eastside Housing Equity Coalition, a partnership between Indian American Community Services (IACS), Muslim Community Network Association, Eastside for All and HDC. COO funds IACS for this partnership work.
Open Doors for Multicultural Families said they are “OVER THE MOON to share that construction is officially starting on our future home, The Multicultural Village, in Kent!” This new project with Mercy Housing, near Kent Des Moines Station, will build new affordable homes with new retail, daycare, and office/community space -- designed with accessibility and inclusivity in mind.
Open Doors invites people to keep track of the project by signing up for their newsletter. Open Doors is a funded partner of COO.
Temporary Protective Status for Haitians (Federal)
Need your response ASAP!
H.R. 1689 is a bill in Congress that requires the Secretary of Homeland Security “designate Haiti for temporary protected status.”
Haiti was first granted temporary protected status [TPS] in 2010 after suffering a massive earthquake. Its TPS status is required to be renewed every 18 months. That status has been extended several times as a result of political and economic instability, epidemics and more natural disasters. The first Trump administration attempted terminate the status which would end work authorizations and require Haitians under TPS to return to Haiti. Federal courts blocked the termination. The Biden administration renewed their TPS.
The current Haitian TPS expired in February 2026. H.R. 1689 was introduced into the House to renew their TPS status. Since it was having difficulty moving forward, a discharge petition was signed by majority of House members (218+) allows it to bypass the regular process and onto a House floor vote which should, hopefully, come next week. If it passes it will then move to the Senate.
Here is an article the explains the history of Haiti TPS and provides some talking points to use, especially for those representatives who did not sign the discharge petition. It also provides information that you can use to support your ask of approval.
Please contact your federal House of Representatives ASAP and request they vote for the bill once it hits the floor. Also, too, check to see if your representative signed the original Discharge Petition #15. If they did, also thank them for doing so. You can make the contact at: https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1689 and click on the “Give Feedback on This Bill Contact Your Member" link in the gray on the right side of the white bill status box.
New DHS Proposal to Restrict Work Permits for Asylum Seekers
Public comments due April 24, 2026
The Department of Homeland Security is proposing a rule change that will hit our asylum seeker individuals and communities very hard, making it nigh on impossible to attain the legal authorization to live and work in the U.S while they await approval of their petitions for asylum. Asylum seeker status also provides protection from deportation and a path to permanent residency (green card). and eligibility for federal benefits like Medicaid and financial aid (TANF/SSI) and to bring spouses and children with them.
Seeking asylum approval can take years. Part of the process allows seekers to obtain work permits so they can work to pay for process fees and support them and their families as they navigate the system. The proposed rule change would pause all new work permit applications, increase significant wait times when the process resumes, and it would make it harder to qualify for new or renew existing work permits.
UU Solidarity Initiative has provided commenting guidance on what to do, what you can say and how you might say it
Opportunity for input: Do you have thoughts about how the Sheriff’s Office should respond to increased federal immigration activity in King County? The Office of Law Enforcement Oversight (OLEO) wants to hear from community to understand your experiences and to inform our recommendations for the King County Sheriff’s Office policies, practices, and trainings. OLEO is not part of the Sheriff’s Office and identifying data will not be shared with law enforcement.
Share your feedback with OLEO through the survey here: Handling Immigration Matters. A version in Spanish is available here: Handling Immigration Matters Survey - Spanish.
The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act (the SAVE Act or SAVE
America Act)
Need your response ASAP!
The SAVE Act is a Republican bill that was introduced into the House in January 2025 and passed in February 2026. The bill is currently in the Senate (federal). The bill would end online and mail-in registrations and voter registration drives would be radically reduced. Voters registering for the first time or needing to update their voter registration records would be required to re/register in-person and would require to provide documentation as to their citizenship. This will create hardship for several communities where there are economic and physical barriers to access the necessary documents. This includes military personnel, trans kin, married individuals who took on their spouse’s names, etc.
Please write your Senators and ensure they are prepared to vote against the SAVE Act. Register your request here and click on the “Give Feedback on This Bill”
ADVOCACY
National Alliance to End Homelessness
Monthly Advocacy Workshop: How to Build Long-Term Relationships with District Staff & Local Electeds
Please join the National Alliance to End Homelessness for a monthly webinar every fourth Thursday to collectively build the field’s advocacy skills.
April 23, 2026 01:00 PM ET
EVENTS
April 2 Eastside Homelessness Advisory Committee meeting is taking place from 10:30 to Noon. We’ll start with introductions and an opportunity to share news, agency updates, or requests to the whole group for ideas or assistance, before breaking out into two working groups, one for fostering interconnectedness and effective collaboration between direct service providers, and one for setting a long-term plan for leadership and purpose for EHAC. Join the meeting now<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_YzI1MTc5NGYtNzIwOC00YWFkLTkwMDctM2U3MmVjNTU2YWZh%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22222d2edd-8255-45bd-8597-52141b82f713%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22193dff9b-8a2f-4a47-8252-d7b100e11a71%22%7d> Meeting ID: 256 431 168 052 Passcode: caZPzb
Issaquah Food and Clothing Bank: Lunch For The Break: Flyer in multiple languages. Lunch for the Break shopping will be at the food bank April 2, 20261pm - 5pm. Click here to register and receive a reminder email before the event! Families can use express shopping for a variety of produce, dairy, proteins and other kid-friendly items. All families with children in the Issaquah School District or families with children (aged 5-18) who live in Zip codes 98027, 98029, 98059, 98074, and 98075 are welcome to register. Lunch for the Break provides nutritious breakfast, lunch, and snack option during school breaks. Questions? Email programs@issaquahfoodbank.org.
Care Point Clinic: Appointments still available for Mammograms by Appointment DATE CHANGE Wed, April 8, 2026 Fall City For date change, patients who have already been scheduled will get a phone call to reschedule but they can always call CarePoint with questions. Open for Women 40 years and older, King County Resident. BCCHP enrollment or income eligible underinsured and uninsured. Women with insurance also welcome! BCCHP enrollment covers the cost of the mammogram for uninsured or underinsured women. If you have insurance, you have zero out of pocket cost for preventative services. 800-756-5437 Make your appointment today! If not enough appointment slots are filled, the event may be cancelled. BCCHP Referral Form Write In * BCCHP Referral Form. Submit referrals to phone number or email bcchpreferral@kingcounty.gov.
Free Tax Preparation at Bellevue, Redmond and Shoreline!
All tax sites are first-come, first-served. No appointment needed.
Visit Get Free Tax Help | United Way of King County for more information about what to bring and a list of additional sites opening throughout King County.
Bellevue Hopelink (Open for clients 1/27)
Tuesday 5:30pm - 9:00pm
Wednesday 5:30pm - 9:00pm
Saturday 10:00am - 4:00pm
Sunday 10:00am - 4:00pm
Redmond Hopelink (Opens for clients 1/29)
Thursday 5:30pm – 9:00pm
Sunday 10:00am - 2:00pm
Shoreline Hopelink (Opens for clients 1/26)
Monday 5:30pm - 9:00pm
Tuesday 5:30pm - 9:00pm
Saturday 10:00am - 4:00pm
Sunday 10:00am - 4:00pm
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Leave No Trace, a nonprofit dedicated to protecting the outdoors through science-based education that inspires responsible recreation, has selected Issaquah as a 2026 recipient as part of their Spotlight programThe Leave No Trace Spotlight program brings this mission to life in high-use outdoor areas by combining on-the-ground education, local partnerships, and volunteer action. Join the City of Issaquah and Leave No Trace at the following events, which are free and open to the public:
Thursday, April 9: Trivia Night at Formula Brewing with Leave No Trace
Stop by Formula Brewing to meet staff and volunteers from Green Issaquah to learn how practicing Leave No Trace can help keep Issaquah and its surroundings safe and sustainable. Whether you are new to Leave No Trace or consider yourself an expert, join us for this interactive game night to gauge your knowledge of Leave No Trace practices and principles while learning tips and techniques for protecting Issaquah and all your favorite local outdoor spaces. Don’t miss this chance to participate in fun stewardship trivia and win some cool prizes!
Friday, April 10: Leave No Trace Tabling at High Point Trailhead
Join us for an engaging outreach event at High Point Trailhead. Meet staff from Green Issaquah, King County Explorer Search and Rescue, and Leave No Trace. Discover simple ways to protect wildlife, play quick games to learn more about Leave No Trace, and how to be good stewards.
Saturday, April 11: Restoration Event with Leave No Trace
Join Leave No Trace and Green Issaquah for a family-friendly fun volunteer day. Volunteers will work on projects including mulching, removing trash, and removing invasive plants from Confluence Park.
One Parish One Prisoner is hosting a “Computer Basics for Reentry” workshop on April 7, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Clover Park Technical College in Lakewood.
This event is designed to build essential digital skills for successful reintegration. Participants will have access to workshops focused on:
· Digital literacy
· Online safety, scams, and privacy
· Practical tools for navigating technology after release
In addition, over 40 community partners will be present to provide resources, support, and connections.
Wahington Department of Housing Task Force will meet April 8
Members of the public can attend virtually. The Washington State Task Force on the establishment of a Department of Housing will hold its second meeting from 9-10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 8, at the Department of Commerce’s Seattle office. Members of the public can attend virtually.
Eastside Interfaith Social Concerns Council General Meeting Tuesday, April 14, 2026. Lunch at 11:45, Mtg Noon to 1:30 PM.
Main topic – Housing 101. Presentation from the Housing Development Consortium of Seattle-King County and Futurewise
In person at St. Margaret's Episcopal Church, 4228 Factoria Boulevard, Bellevue, WA 98006. Lunch provided.
Online at:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/6536494131?pwd=OXBHR0s5S2VSb2cvQjAvejVqTWRCdz09
Hopelink: Financial Capability Program: Financial Education Opportunities: April 13-17, Hopelink will offer online classes that focus on practical topics like money mindset, money management, financial education for parents, improve and protect your credit, avoid frauds and spread awareness of financial well-being. English and Spanish Sessions
DSHS Mobile Office Eastside Dates and LocationsThe DSHS Mobile Community Services Office onsite, open to the community, and available for applications, reviews, changes, ID vouchers, add additional free minutes to contracted lifeline phone plans and assistance for the following programs: -Basic Food Assistance -Cash Assistance -Medicare Savings Program -Disability Medical Assistance. Additionally, Mobile CSO staff can assist you in replacing your EBT Quest card and provide information on Washington Connection and healthcare coverage through Health Plan Finder. There will also be a chance to ask questions and get information regarding other resources in your area.
· Renton April 16, 2026 Renton Library Resource Day 100 Mill Ave S
· Renton April 30, 2026 Renton Technical College Resource Fair 3000 NE 4th St.
Seattle/King County Clinic April 23-26, 2026 Seattle/King County Clinic returns to Seattle Center with free medical, dental, and vision care for those in need. A project of Seattle Center and Seattle Center Foundation, Seattle/King County Clinic brings together healthcare organizations, civic agencies, nonprofits, businesses, and thousands of volunteers to produce the largest community-driven free health clinic of its kind in the United States
Reclaim: Surviving Violence: A Community of Strength April 30, 2026 Join us for an educational seminar on domestic violence, human trafficking, and sexual violence as we work together to build a more informed, compassionate, and supportive community. Through learning and conversation, we aim to deepen understanding and strengthen collaboration in supporting those experiencing violence. This event offers a welcoming and supportive environment where attendees can: - Connect with local advocates and community members who would like to expand their knowledge on navigating gender based violence - Engage in activities that foster community, strength, and shared empowerment - Learn from local advocates and resources. Whether you’re a resource provider, a friend or family member, or someone who wants to stand with the community, this gathering is a space to find understanding, encouragement, and hope.
NAMI invites you to SafeTALK on Saturday, April 11 at the Together Center | Redmond This half‑day, in‑person training empowers participants to recognize the signs of someone thinking about suicide and confidently connect them with life‑saving support. SafeTALK is practical, accessible, and designed for anyone who wants to help create a safer, more supportive community. We hope you’ll take part in this important training and strengthen our shared commitment to mental health and suicide prevention. Register at https://namieastside.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F39264
Kindering: FREE Online Parent Education: Autism a Family Affair: From Wondering to Diagnosis and Beyond Tuesday, April 14, 2026, from 6:30-7:30pm An Autism diagnosis doesn’t land in just one place — it moves through the whole family. It can shift conversations, stir up fear or relief, and invite everyone to see things differently. Autism isn’t only about evaluations and services; it’s about relationships, identity, and belonging. Families deserve spaces where they can process together — without pressure and without having to have all the answers.
Disability Empowerment Center: Upcoming Events
· April Virtual Peer Group April 14, 2026 In April we’ll dive into the topic of dating! Join us to chat about what it’s like to date as a person with a disability. Come to listen or share your own experience.
· April Understanding Ableism Webinar April 21, 2026 In April, we cover emergency preparedness for people with disabilities. Learn how to get ready!
· April Eastside Peer Group April 28, 2026 This month we’ll talk about energy management and setting boundaries. Together we’ll chat about strategies for saying “no” without guilt and letting go of productivity shame. Join us!
Introduction to Foundational Community Supports
Washington Health Care Authority (HCA) Foundational Community Supports (FCS) team is kicking off 2026 with another round of our FCS 101 monthly trainings.
This training is intended to provide you with an introduction to the FCS program. The FCS Team will be offering the FCS 101 training on the third Wednesday of every month from 10am-12 noon. It is an open and supportive space to get a basic introduction to all things FCS Supportive Housing and Supported Employment. We enthusiastically encourage providers to learn more about the variety of programs and services supported by FCS, as well as an introduction to the Washington FCS team and answer questions you may have.
Objectives
· Learn about Foundational Community Supports
· Get an overview of supported employment services
· Get an overview of supportive housing services
Connect with HCA’s FCS Team Webinar information
April 15, May 20, June 17, July 15, August 19, September 16, October 21, November 18, December 17 Time: 10:05 a.m. – Noon. Live event captioning available
Communication Access Real-time Transcription (CART) services, or live closed captioning, are available for events, on demand. Scheduling CART services requires a three-week lead-time.
To request this accommodation, please submit a request as soon as possible to:
Crystal Getchell If you make your request less than a week in advance of the event, our language access manager cannot guarantee that a CART writer will be available.
Saint Andrews Lutheran Church in Bellevue is sponsoring a fun, free event on May 2 for Kafika House in Tanzania, with Tanzanian donuts, lunch, and beverages. Kafika House provides life-changing services for children who are isolated, shunned, and malnourished because they have a disability. Register here.
Opportunities for input or service
Immigration: Do you have thoughts about how the Sheriff’s Office should respond to increased federal immigration activity in King County? The Office of Law Enforcement Oversight (OLEO) wants to hear from community to understand your experiences and to inform our recommendations for the King County Sheriff’s Office policies, practices, and trainings. OLEO is not part of the Sheriff’s Office and identifying data will not be shared with law enforcement.
Share your feedback with OLEO through the survey here: Handling Immigration Matters. A version in Spanish is available here: Handling Immigration Matters Survey - Spanish. The survey will close on April 30, 2026. If you have questions, please contact the OLEO Policy Team at OLEOpolicy@kingcounty.gov.
Community Transportation Navigator Recruiting!
The Community Transportation Navigator (CTN) Program is currently recruiting older adults who are interested in learning about transportation resources and helping share this information within their communities.
This peer-led program connects community members with trusted Navigators who share their language, culture, and lived experience. Navigators help older adults better understand transportation options and access important services by providing culturally inclusive and accessible information.
We are especially seeking individuals who can support older adults with limited English proficiency, particularly those connected to the Spanish and Russian/Ukrainian-speaking communities.
Resources:
New Justice in Aging Resources
Alert: Take Action to Stop Harmful HUD Proposals (4/9)
Fact Sheet: H.R. 1 Reduces Medicaid Retroactive Eligibility Starting in 2027 (4/9)
Fact Sheet: H.R. 1 Imposes New Limit on Home Equity for Medicaid Long-Term Services and Supports Effective 2028 (4/9)
Fact Sheet: How Medicare and Medi-Cal Work Together for Older Adults (4/6)
Toolkit: Provider Network Protections for D-SNP State Medicaid Agency Contracts (3/31)
Resource: Supplemental Security Income Restoration Act of 2026 (HR 7828, S. 4001) Sponsors and Supporters (3/25)
Fact Sheet: How H.R. 1 Impacts People Dually Eligible for Medicare and Medicaid (3/24)
Article: Federal Housing Protections for People with Disabilities (Justice in Aging, The Kelsey, and Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund) (Updated 3/23)
FAQ: Payment Options for Individuals Who Owe Past-Due Medicare Premiums (3/23)
Fact Sheet: The Medicare Low-Income Subsidy Can Save Enrollees Thousands of Dollars (3/23)
Fact Sheet: How to Access Free Part D Plans for Low Income Subsidy Enrollees (3/23)
Comment Letter: Justice in Aging Comments on the 2027 Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters (NBPP) (3/13)
Fact Sheet: Behavioral Health Services Act Advocacy for Older Californians (3/10)
Health-Related Social Needs (HRSN) rental assistance office hours – During office hours, FCS staff will be there to answer your questions about HRSN rental assistance and help with any technical problems you may encounter. Date: April 6th and every other Monday
Time: 4 - 5 p.m. (Pacific)
Please remember, if discussing specific client situations, do not share any PHI. Email anessa.williams@hca.wa.gov for additional information
Connections Kirkland Urgent Care for Youth
Who: Youth ages 4–17 living in King County.
Cost: Support is free for all King County youth. Insurance is billed when possible, but there are no client costs for services.
Appointments: Call 425-650-3896 or schedule online. Walk-ins are accepted, though appointments are encouraged.
Address: 11410 NE 122nd Way, Kirkland, WA 98034
Hours: 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Daily
Learn More:connectionshs.com/kirkland or Cultivating Connections: New Youth Mental Health Urgent Care Now Open in Kirkland
Jewish Coalition for Immigrant Juustice’s Annual Dinner in Community - Sunday, May 3, 2026 (5:30 - 9:00 PM) Central Seattle This year’s event will center on the theme and Jewish value Kavod
Habriyot, the dignity of all. Even amidst the crises of this moment, this evening is an opportunity to ground ourselves in why we do this work together: because all people are inherently deserving of dignity. Attacks on immigrants are attacks on our entire community and on our democracy. We are ready to show up with urgency, with joy, and with a bold commitment to building a future where all people are valued and cared for. Tickets are required to attend this fundraising event and can be purchased here.
Articles:
Housing work requirements -- https://justiceinaging.org/huds-proposal-on-work-requirements-and-time-limits-would-take-away-housing-assistance-for-older-adults/
Vulnerability of What’sApp and Signal -- https://www.malwarebytes.com/blog/news/2026/03/fbi-cisa-warn-of-russian-hackers-hijacking-signal-and-whatsapp-accounts?utm_source=iterable&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=b2c_pro_oth_20260330_marchweeklynewsletter_v5_177452973525&utm_content=Signal_whatsapp
Information about funding opportunities from KCRHA:
https://kcrha.org/service-providers/funding-opportunities/
Federal budget for Homelessness https://endhomelessness.org/blog/what-the-presidents-budget-proposes-for-homelessness-infy27/?utm_source=Master+Email+List&utm_campaign=fe463a1868-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2025_09_22_03_36_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_1cf64328bb-afc8545392-267365465
One reason we are seeing more elderly folk among the unhoused: https://www.seattletimes.com/business/washington-is-7th-most-expensive-state-for-older-adults/?utm_source=marketingcloud&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=TSA_040926213831+WA+is+7th+priciest+state+for+this+demographic_4_9_2026&utm_term=Active%20subscriber
Annual Report of Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) including their civil rights and immigration legal work https://www.cairwa.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/digital-Annual-Report-2025-1.pdf
Autism Acceptance month https://www.garageteencafe.org/newsletter-articles
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