Fundraising & Outreach Events for Local Nonprofits
The Garage - Immediate Need For Support
You may have heard - in the latest state budget, Governor Ferguson vetoed $25 million meant for small nonprofits and community studies. The Garage lost $300,000 - funding we were counting on over the next two years. For small nonprofits like ours, the impact is immediate - and painful. But it’s the teens who feel it most. LGBTQIA2S+ youth, BIPOC teens, and newly immigrated young people are already navigating a world filled with fear and instability. Did you know that all events & activities, services, food, and drinks at The Garage are free of charge? And in addition to teen-led events and activities, we also have free Licensed Mental Health Therapy and Case Management Services? If you've ever believed in creating space for young people to be safe, to be seen, and to belong, this is a call to action. Every dollar helps us stay open, strong, and equitable—for every teen who needs us.
The Circle: Immediate Need For Support
We are sharing a message rooted in both unity and urgency - due to a recent and significant loss in state funding, we now face an urgent need; we must raise $100,000 to continue providing essential services At The Circle, we believe that when one of us faces hardship, we all do. Many of our neighbors are living in fear—fear of sending their children to school, going to work, walking outside, fulfilling civic duties, or simply speaking their native language in public. These challenges weigh heavily on all of us who care deeply about justice, safety, and belonging. The Circle welcomed over 700 community members seeking support in the first three months of 2025. For many, we are a trusted place to ask questions, pursue education, and begin to rebuild their lives with dignity and confidence. I am sharing our 2024 Impact Report and 2025 Update: And if you can, please donate.
PorchLight: Fund The Freeze - Fuel the Future
The work we do at PorchLight has never been easy, but the current government funding freeze has impacted the financial support we receive from our City and County partners — funding that we rely on to provide vital support to men experiencing homelessness. This disruption means we are now facing a financial shortfall at mid-year. But here’s the truth: We refuse to let this setback stop us from serving those who depend on us. We believe that community warmth can overcome even the harshest cold. That’s why we’re launching a Spring fundraising campaign. Fund the Freeze - Fuel the Future
Eastside Friends of Seniors: Suds For Seniors June 16, 2025
Gather your friends and family for an unforgettable evening of fun! Enjoy live music, sample a variety of local beers, enter exciting raffles, and most importantly—support older adults in our community. Every ticket helps us continue providing essential services that empower people to thrive at home as they age. Purchase Tickets
YWCA: 2025 INSPIRE LUNCHEON WITH JANET MOCK
The Inspire Luncheon is our biggest fundraising event of the year, with options to attend both in-person or virtually! Gifts inspired by the event support YWCA programs across King and Snohomish counties like emergency and permanent housing; domestic violence services; and job training. Our 2025 keynote speaker is Janet Mock: NYT best-selling author, director, producer, and advocate who made waves in the media industry as the first openly transgender woman of color to write and direct a television show and secure a major studio deal. She is a media powerhouse who hopes that her creations will empower people and equip them to tell their own stories. From now through June 20, you can enjoy 20% off any ticket type with the discount code earlybird25.
Mama’s Hands: A Day Of Summer Joy By June 30, 2025
Right now, many children in our community are facing summer without joy, play, or even a safe place to call home. But you can change that. With just $19.85, you can give one child at Mamma’s Hands a full day of summer fun. That’s a day filled with laughter, sunshine, and healing—trips to the zoo, splashing in the lake, exploring nature, and making new friends. For kids who’ve been through so much, these simple joys mean everything. The need is urgent—and growing. Will you make a special gift by June 30th to help create unforgettable summer memories for a child experiencing homelessness?
Join us at our Mary’s Place Lunch & Learn webinar programs to hear from our staff and partners about some of the causes of homelessness, as well as innovative programs to address our community crisis, and how you can get more involved. Join our mailing list to get invitations! Want to learn more now? Check out our recorded events!
United Way of King County: Eat, Drink & Be Generous Monthly Events
Working together to rebuild community through good food and generosity. A series of virtual events, Eat, Drink & Be Generous is centered around good food and raising money to support the community. Check out the chef lineup and reserve your spot for upcoming events!