HCA: Help us raise awareness that Apple Health is Medicaid

Nearly 2 million Washingtonians rely on Apple Health, our state's Medicaid program, for essential health care. But many don’t know that Apple Health is Medicaid. We’ve created the Apple Health is Medicaid Communications Toolkit to help our partners, community leaders, and advocates share clear, consistent messages about Apple Health. More information HERE

Real Change - The 8th edition of the Emerald City Resource Guide is HERE!

This free pocket-sized guide connects folks to important resources across the county – including, but not limited to, food, shelters and employment. Anyone can order up to 300 guides for free here. Want to order more than 300 guides? Email resourceguide@realchangenews.org. Guides are going fast, so place your order ASAP!

Hopelink: Trauma-Informed Community of Practice Next: May 13, 2026

 Hopelink invites community partners and allied professionals to join our Trauma-Informed Community of Practice, a monthly virtual series focused on learning and growing together around trauma-informed practices. Each session will cover topics such as stress and trauma, historical trauma, self-care, resilience, and applying trauma-informed principles in both service delivery and the workplace. Sessions are informal and interactive, with opportunities for resource sharing and discussion. Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m via Zoom. Sign up here!

Seattle/King County Public Health: First Friday Forums Hybrid

Provides information, updates, training and advocacy for community based organizations, health care providers, outreach workers, Navigators and anyone who desire to help the most vulnerable. Learn about the Affordable Care Act (ACA), Apple Health and Medicaid programs, publicly sponsored programs, King County ORCA Lift program, application process, how to problem solve health care enrollment issues and access to health care services.

The Protection Order Advocacy Program (POAP): New Monthly Clinic

POAP is piloting a new service dedicated to other service providers in King County. This monthly clinic serves to provide a consistent opportunity to connect with our team to address questions about protection orders and the process surrounding them, engage in generalized IPV-DV case consults and to learn more about the other services our program can offer. This is designed to be a drop-in service that will take place the 3rd Tuesday each month from 3:30PM-4:30PM. A registration link will be sent out 1-2 weeks before each convening so please feel welcome to join at any time.

Dept of Commerce: Free Trainings for Capital Projects

Starting on April 29, 2026, this free, four-part series helps organizations understand what it takes to plan and prepare for a successful capital project from early ideas to readiness for funding and implementation. The series is open to the public and designed to support community-based organizations, local governments, and Tribal partners across Washington. The sessions will be recorded and available on our program webpage in the future, and we encourage you to register and attend all four sessions! These meetings will happen on Wednesdays from 1 – 2 PM PT.

• Wed April 29 Session 1: Are we ready for a capital project? — Organizational readiness and decision framework Registration link

• Wed May 13 Session 2: Who makes decisions? — Leadership roles and governance Registration link

• Wed May 27 Session 3: Can we manage the money? — Financial readiness and public funding Registration link

• Wed June 10 Session 4: What does a capital project really require? — Team roles, risk, and compliance Registration link

WA State Nonprofit Conference May 2026

The Washington State Nonprofit Conference (WSNC) is the largest gathering of nonprofits in the state bringing together nonprofit leaders to learn, connect, and inspire. This year’s Washington State Nonprofit Conference will be online May 6-7 with in-person regional WSNC locations in Tacoma (Monday, May 11) and Spokane (Friday, May 15). Powerful keynote speakers, memorable workshops, and invaluable connections await!

WA Poison Center: Call For Proposals for August Overdose Awareness Week

We are seeking speakers to lead sessions during our 7th annual Overdose Awareness Series. Session formats include presentations, workshops, panel discussions, or any other format you would like to propose. The following are guiding themes to consider for sessions. However, we welcome proposals for any valuable topics related to unintentional and intentional overdose. Proposals must be submitted by Monday, May 18.

FIFA World Cup and Human Trafficking in Indian Country – Online Informational Session

The Washington State Attorney General’s Office, in partnership with City of Seattle, is convening a two-part information-sharing session focused on human trafficking to support Tribal communities in increasing awareness, sharing resources, and strengthening coordinated responses around the state before and after the FIFA World Cup. These webinars will provide Tribal leaders, service providers, and community members with: - Information on current human trafficking trends and risks associated with large-scale events, - An overview of statewide emergency management efforts around the FIFA World Cup - Tools and resources to support awareness, safety, and response - Opportunities for dialogue, collaboration, and strengthening partnerships across jurisdictions. There are two webinar sessions with similar content. The May 12th session is ideal for elected Tribal leadership and delegated staff representatives. The May 20th session is ideal for all service providers and community members. Register Today:

• Register here for Tribal Leaders Session: May 12th 1 PM - 3 PM PST

• Register here for Community Session: May 20th 1 PM - 3 PM PST

DSHS & IRC: Trauma Informed Training May 20 & May 28, 2026

The Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) and the International Rescue Committee (IRC) are hosting a series of trauma-informed training series for May. The next training is Supporting Children, Caregivers, and Families During Times of Increased Fear and Uncertainty. Register: May 20th 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM & May 28th 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

BSK: Best Starts workshops May-August 2026

Best Starts for Kids offers free workshops, trainings, and peer learning opportunities to build up the knowledge and skills of King County providers, caregivers, and community members. We know it’s essential to invest in the expertise of our workforce to promote the health and well-being of babies, children, and young people.

Communities Rise: Growing Solidarity Panel and Community Event June 9, 2026

Communities everywhere are getting creative -- building grassroots responses to crises where institutions are falling short to meet our communities' urgent and often competing needs. How do we learn from these movements? How do we build on what's working in our own backyard and beyond? Come hear from local organizers doing the work, dig into how mutual aid has grown in our region, and figure out together what comes next through a panel discussion followed by a happy hour. BIPOC-led organizations are prioritized to attend. RSVP HERE

Together Center: The Collaborative: Speed Networking June 10, 2026

Ready to make new connections? Join us for an awesome in-person structured networking event at Together Center! It’s a fun, casual way to learn about great organizations, share ideas, and expand your network. Don’t miss out on some lively conversations. See you there!

LISC Puget Sound Learning Series: Build Your Knowledge of Housing & Community Development

LISC Puget Sound is launching LISC Build: Housing & Community Development Learning Series — designed to help organizations, institutional landholders, community leaders, and emerging partners across Washington state better understand how affordable housing and community development projects move from idea to implementation. To meet participants where they are, LISC Build offers two ways to engage, providing both a deeper, cohort-based experience and flexible, drop-in learning opportunities.

A. LISC Build: Monthly Briefings Third Wednesdays | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PST | These monthly briefings offer timely insights, practical tools, and real-world examples on all things housing and community development from across Washington State. These 60-minute virtual sessions are designed to provide accessible, applied learning on key topics shaping affordable housing and community development today. Upcoming Summer Briefings (May–August) Registration Link

• May 20 — Faith Partnerships & Land: Unlocking Church-Owned Property

• June 17 — Heirs’ Property: Protecting Generational Assets

• July 15 — Financing with LISC: How to Work with Us & What We Look For

• August 19 — Asset Management 101: Cash Flow, Reserves & Risk

B. LISC Build: From Land to Housing Development: Three-Part Development Learning Series Second Thursdays | 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM PST | June–August This three-part, 90-minute virtual learning series is offered twice annually and is designed to guide participants from early-stage exploration to a practical understanding of how affordable housing projects take shape.  Series Registration

• June 11 — Evaluating Housing Opportunities and Organizational Readiness

• July 9 — How Projects Move from Idea to Feasibility Through Partnerships

• August 13 — How Affordable Housing is Financed, Including Capital Stack and Real-World Case Studies

Together Center: New! East King County Human Services Collaborative

Exciting news from Together Center and our partners!  After decades of incredible work training, bringing attention to, and advocating for human services in East King County, the Alliance of Eastside Agencies (AEA) and Eastside Human Services Forum (EHSF) are sunsetting. Not to worry, the groups are working together to form a reimagined collaborative, operated by Together Center.   In a world increasingly marked by unpredictability and fast-paced change, building community resilience has never been more crucial. A key component of fostering resilience and looking out for each other lies in effective collaboration between nonprofit organizations, businesses, school districts, faith organizations, hospitals, and local governments serving our region. Now with the Together Center campus for human services and affordable housing complete in downtown Redmond, Together Center is able and willing to leverage its physical space, staffing, onsite partnerships, leadership, and social infrastructure to be the home of new East King County Human Services Collaborative (The Collaborative).   Human services providers, funders, civic leaders, faith organizations, school districts, hospitals, and businesses who champion human services are invited to be part of The Collaborative. We are building this together.

Communities of Opportunities: Calendar of Upcoming Events Trainings, Conversations & More!

Communities of Opportunity believes the most meaningful, just, and sustainable solutions are generated in partnership with communities -- who know what they need to be healthy and thrive. COO is dedicated to changing the systems, policies and environments that create and reinforce these disparities and towards creating a vibrant, equitable King County where everyone thrives regardless of race or place.

New Guidance for WA Cares Providers - Provider FAQ Document

The WA Cares Fund has released an updated Provider Toolkit FAQ (Sept. 23, 2025) to support organizations and individuals interested in becoming registered providers. The guide covers everything from application requirements and background checks to contracting, payments, and rates. Providers can learn how to join the WA Cares Provider Directory, serve beneficiaries starting July 2026, and even explore options for paid family caregiving. The toolkit is designed to help providers navigate the process step by step and ensure they meet the qualifications to deliver services.  Access the full FAQ and additional toolkit resources here

Goodwill Digital Equity Bus

This year we extended our reach by adding a second Digital Equity Bus, allowing us to serve more community members in our 5-county region. This mobile classroom – developed in partnership with a global leader in human infrastructure development, Black & Veatch – brings our computer classes, workforce development programs, and wraparound support services directly to people in rural and historically under-resourced communities across Northwest Washington. This effort is made possible from the collaborative effort of employees across the Evergreen Goodwill organization and our many community partners. If you’re interested in bringing DEB to your Northwest Washington community, please contact Jessica.Hilburn@evergreengoodwill.org

Les Schwab Tires For A Purpose

We’ve found that one of the best ways to strengthen our communities is to give back to those driving positive change in them every day. Les Schwab’s Tires for Purpose awards local nonprofits that are making positive impacts in our communities with a set of free tires for their organization’s vehicle. It’s a meaningful way Les Schwab helps local organizations stay on the road to do more good. Know of a nonprofit organization that could benefit from a set of free tires? See our recipient qualifications and terms and conditions.

Nonprofit Association of Washington Survey: Responding to Today’s Political Climate

We want to better understand how current political developments — including immigration enforcement actions, ICE raids, and the introduction or discussion of major federal legislation such as the “H.R. 1 - One Big Beautiful Bill Act” — are affecting your organization and the communities you serve. Your feedback will help Nonprofit Association of Washington (NAWA) respond effectively, advocate on your behalf, and provide the resources and support you need. Your responses will remain confidential and will only be used in aggregate to guide our programming and advocacy.

501 Commons: Stay updated on executive orders affecting nonprofits

In recent weeks, a series of executive orders has been signed, addressing a broad range of issues, including DEI initiatives, federal funding, civic engagement, immigration, and others. Since this is a quickly-moving news story, we recommend you bookmark this PDF created by the National Council of Nonprofits that provides frequent updates of how these EOs affect nonprofits. Please note some of these orders haven't gone into affect yet, or are being challenged in the courts. NCN is also inviting organizations to share their stories of how these executive actions may affect their work.

NAMI Eastside offers C.A.L.M. — Communicate, Assess, Listen, Mediate

CALM is a practical and compassionate training designed to equip individuals with the skills to de-escalate situations involving someone in mental health crisis—specifically in the workplace. This presentation helps participants recognize signs of distress, respond with empathy, and use de-escalation techniques that prioritize safety and respect. Whether you're in a leadership role, a team member, or part of a community organization, this training provides essential tools for supporting colleagues during challenging moments. Mental health crises can happen anywhere. Knowing how to respond calmly and effectively can make all the difference. Learn more or request a presentation: info@nami-eastside.org |  nami-eastside.org/calm

The Find a Ride Team: new blog post about the Find a Ride Communications Toolkit.

This post contains information to share on your social media channels and to promote Find a Ride’s Trip Planner throughout Puget Sound at in-person events. You may either copy these messages directly or customize them to reach your audience. The full toolkit pdf includes translated newsletter blurbs, translated 8 ½ by 11 flyers, and suggested social media posts. The trip planner is available in: Amharic, English, Chinese, French, Hindi, Japanese, Korean, Mon-Khmer/ Cambodian, Punjabi, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Tagalog, Tigrinya, Ukrainian, Vietnamese, with more languages being added in the future. Email FindARide@hopelink.org for more information. Phone support is available. Visit our website to try our new trip planner!

Disability Empowerment Center is offering an increasing array of Consulting Services to businesses, government agencies and organizations. If your company has a goal of increasing accessibility in 2025, consider one of our services

Seattle/King County Coalition on Homelessness: Public Benefit Trainings

In partnership with Solid Ground’s Benefits Legal Assistance and REACH, we are pleased to host the Public Benefits Are Key! training series. This series is geared towards case managers working with people experiencing homelessness – both new case managers as well as experienced providers who have questions and would like additional support in navigating these resources. You will learn what you can do as a case manager to help your client navigate the benefits process, hear key tips for avoiding barriers, and learn when to contact an attorney. This will be a practical, hands-on training.

• Check out all the Coalition’s past trainings and meetings on our YouTube – https://bit.ly/homelesscoalition-youtube

BSK: Culturally Responsive Measurement Tool – Protective Factors Information Session

The Culturally Responsive Measurement Tool – Protective Factors (CRMT-PF) is a survey with 22 questions measuring five protective factors: family resilience, knowledge of parenting & child development, social supports, concrete support, and caregiver/practitioner relationships. Watch the videos below to learn about the tool and visit the CRMT-PF blog post to learn more.  Use the links below to access each training video: 

1. Introduction to the CRMT-PF

2. How to Administer the CRMT-PF

3. How to Score the CRMT-PF

4. How to Understand + Use CRMT-PF Scores

Washington State Regional Outreach Representatives

Regional Outreach Representatives serve as the primary liaison between the Office of the Governor, local communities, and tribal governments statewide. They develop strategic relationships with and provide assistance to community organizations, elected officials and residents on regional and statewide issues. For King County, contact Jennifer Wood jennifer.wood@gov.wa.gov

Good Food Exchange

Good Food Exchange is an online marketplace dedicated to keeping good food on plates and out of the landfill. This platform creates a space for farms, distributors, and other organizations with surplus or recovered food to find recipients who can use it to its highest value. Food businesses and food security organizations alike can use this resource to find and share offers for edible, free or low-cost food which may have otherwise gone to waste.

ELAP: Recommended CLE for Pro Bono Attorneys: Trauma-Informed Advocacy

Many legal aid clients have experienced some form of trauma. We believe all pro bono attorneys should understand how trauma affects client-attorney interactions, which will make you a more effective advocate.  Practicing Law Institute’s 1-hour CLE program “Trauma-Informed Lawyering: Strategies and Best Practices” is a must-watch for attorneys providing pro bono legal aid. It addresses how trauma can manifest in client relations and offers best practices for building trust with your clients. Read more about how to access this CLE on our blog.

3E Behavior Solutions - Professional Workplace Violence Mitigation and De-Escalation Education for Your Entire Staff

We reframe your staff's experience about workplace violence and teach them how to navigate acutely stressful situations in order to provide your organization with the safest and most positive environment to serve your communities. Reach out for more information on customized trainings, pricing options, and more.

FORGE: Toolkit On Preventing Violence in Bathrooms, Locker Rooms, and Changing Areas

Everyone has the right to safety and privacy. Organizations, businesses and communities can help prevent violence through the decisions they make - the way physical spaces are designed, the way messaging about community values is shared, and the way people are included in community. FORGE strives to create a world where ALL voices, people and bodies are valued, respected, honored, and celebrated; where every individual feels safe, supported, respected, and empowered.

Tesfa Program’s Ethiopian Outreach Guide

The Tesfa Program, developed this web-based toolkit to increase the capacity of providers, organizations, and decision-makers to better connect and serve local Ethiopian communities.

1. Share the guide with your colleagues, friends, and community!

2. Share your feedback — we want to continue to build on this resource! Please email Selam Misgano at smisgan066@gmail.com to tell us what you think. Do you know of similar projects? Who should we reach out to get this toolkit more widely utilized?

3. Invite us to present! To further spread the word of the resources and knowledge within the Outreach Guide, and our experiences serving community during the pandemic we are giving presentations to interested community members, public health and policy students, and health focused organizations, and coalitions, in and around Washington State. Email Selam Misgano at smisgan066@gmail.com to begin the conversation!

Sound Generations Geriatric Mental Health Specialist Workshops

Sound Generations has taken on the coordination of Geriatric Mental Health Specialist Workshops. These workshops have previously been coordinated by Karen Kent, LMHC, GMHS and more recently by Terri Haaga, MSW, LICSW, GMHS. These six-hour workshops held once a month provide licensed professionals with the opportunity to earn Continuing Education Units (CEU) and stay up-to-date on best practices in the geriatric mental health field. The classes offered qualify for the 100 hours of training required by the State of Washington for the Geriatric Mental Health Specialist certification.

Connect2Community Network Building the Foundation for a Healthier, More Equitable Community

We’re building a unified community information exchange (CIE) to enable care coordination between health, behavioral health, tribal, community and social service organizations in King County, WA. It will enable organizations to send, receive and follow up on electronic referrals, increase access to resources via a shared directory, and provide visibility of other organizations providing care. Find more information here. Check out our video!

InterConnection: Computer grants

are awarded to organizations that deliver necessary and valuable services to underserved communities like technology training, health care, education, and job training, but need upgraded computers to better manage their organization and improve their capacity to deliver those valuable services.Interconnection reviews nonprofit grant applications 4 times a year. Please read the eligibility information to make sure your organization is eligible.  APPLICATION DEADLINES:  February 28, May 31, August 31,and November 30

Communities Rise: Announcing a new Lease Amendment Toolkit for small businesses and nonprofits‍ ‍

Created in collaboration with the City of Seattle Office of Economic Development and Perkins Coie The Lease Amendment Toolkit is designed to give small businesses and nonprofits information and template documents so they can successfully negotiate payment plans with their landlords before the moratoriums are lifted.

WA State Surplus ProgramState Program Flyer - Federal Program Flyer - Veteran Program Flyer

 Through the Dept of Enterprise Services (DES), all cities, counties, school districts, and most non-profits all qualify for the State Surplus Priority Program. These entities can take advantage of additional benefits available through Surplus Operations by requesting certain items before they become available for auction to the public. They also have a Federal Surplus Program as well. Small veteran owned business, educational nonprofits, nonprofit health institutions, nonprofit programs for the elderly, and veteran organizations are all eligible for the Federal program. Finally, for Veteran-Owned Small Business Programs they have a program where these small businesses can apply to receive federal surplus property through the Small Business Administration. For questions about these programs, you can reach out to agencysurpluspurch@des.wa.gov – a general mailbox that connects with the team at DES that supports this program.