Fire at the FISH Offices in Issaquah

In the early afternoon hours of April 22, flames damaged the Friends of Issaquah Salmon Hatchery (FISH) volunteer office. Thankfully no lives (human or fish) were lost.  Please note that the area of the fire does not affect the public’s use of the hatchery, the hatchery is still open. What can you do to help FISH right now? Here's what they shared:

• Offer your time – When we are ready, we’ll need volunteers more than ever.

• Share your hatchery stories – Your memories and love for the hatchery remind us why it’s worth every effort to restore it.

• Give what you can – Donations of any size will help FISH recover and rebuild. You can give online.

Learn more about how the fire has impacted the nonprofit and how you can help them with their continued work to protect, education and inspire.

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

KidVantage 2025 Diaper Derby! May 2nd through June 6th, 2025

The Diaper Derby is a fun way to help local children while racing to win!  Participating businesses and organizations compete against other similarly sized local companies to win their division and the Triple Crown! Collect diapers and diaper wipes during the Diaper Derby to help get your team to the finish line first! KidVantage will help make this successful for you – we provide the collection boxes, flyers, posters, an online Giving link, a financial link to purchase diapers, and more.

ICHS Talks: Our role in community health 2-Part Online Lunch & Learn Series May 15 & May 22

In this free virtual series, International Community Health Services (ICHS) speakers and guest speakers from the Washington Association of Community Health (WACH) will discuss important challenges and opportunities that we see in community health today. Community health centers are pillars of primary care in our community. As non-profits, we provide comprehensive care to marginalized patients who otherwise wouldn't get the care they need.  Federal policy changes and funding cuts are presenting new challenges for community health centers. However, 2025 is also a time of new programs and services launched to bridge the gap and deliver affordable care using the latest technologies. Thursday May 15, 2025 & Thursday May 22, 2025 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Location: Virtual – meeting link will be shared to registered attendees. Cost: Free, registration required

CISC: FRIENDSHIP DINNER Sat., May 17, 2025 5:30pm

From our bilingual preschool to parent workshops to senior activities, we see the positive impact of our programs on the faces of the youth, families, and older adults we serve. Our team is honored to empower immigrant communities daily at our locations and service sites throughout King County.  We are excited to announce our 2025 Friendship Dinner, which will gather hundreds of supporters and community leaders at The Museum of Flight. This event aims to advance our mission of creating opportunities for success while honoring the heritage of the people we serve. 

The Sophia Way: Summer Community Brunch Sunday, May 18 12 – 2 pm

We are excited to host our annual Summer Community Brunch, a special event dedicated to celebrating the resilience and strength of women experiencing homelessness. This brunch is more than just a meal—it’s a time of joy, empowerment, and connection. At the Brunch, women will have the opportunity to refresh their wardrobe, receive haircuts and makeovers, and enjoy fun games like bingo. As they indulge in a delicious brunch, they’ll also have the chance to mix and mingle in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere filled with love and laughter. Donate new items for the wardrobe refresh to help create an unforgettable shopping experience for the women. You can also purchase items from our Amazon Wishlist – these are shipped directly to us, and is the quickest and easiest way to donate. 

ELAP: Breakfast For Justice Wednesday, May 28, 2025 Bellevue

Join us in championing civil legal aid on behalf of the hundreds of low-income King County families ELAP serves who depend on free legal help. Our 2025 Keynote Speaker is Washington State Supreme Court Justice Sal Mungia.

Hopelink: 12th Annual Farm Fresh Feast Thurs, May 29 at Columbia Collective

You won’t want to miss out miss out on our lively auction, an unforgettable meal, and evening spent in good company – all while making a difference for your community. Registration closes on Friday, May 9.

NAMIWalks – May 31st

As we gear up for the grand finale of the month, get ready to lace up your shoes for NAMIWalks. This family-friendly 5K walk brings people of all ages together to celebrate mental health awareness and raise vital funds. NAMIWalks provides safe space for everyone, no matter their background or reason for participating. In fact, they embrace it. 

Mary’s Place Lunch & Learn

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!