Resources For Finding Various Kinds of Services
KCLS: Community Connections View all dates Renton
Relax, recharge and learn about the resources and services available to you. Enjoy light refreshments and snacks. Community Connections is hosted and sponsored by Agape Love, a local Renton organization. Registration not required.
LWTech 2025 Winter Community Resource Fair NEW DATE! March 6, 2025 Kirkland
Rescheduled due to Feb snow: Representatives from local community organizations will be available to assist people in navigating and accessing support for basic needs, employment, education, and much more. This is a free public event that is open to LWTech students and community members and parking is always FREE! A variety of college and community resources will be represented. Get information to these resources: Training & Education - Housing - Transportation - Food - Mental Health - Healthcare - Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) - Employment Resources - And much more!
HopeFest Seattle Convention Center Arch Building April 5, 2025 3-7pm
The Hope Festival is an annual single-day event that serves 1,000+ in-need families and individuals from across nine King County cities. The festival provides those in need with free groceries, clothes, toiletries, and toys for the kids, and much more. In addition to these critically needed tangible necessities, we partner with service providers to offer guests free services such as haircuts, massages, vaccinations, health screenings, and more. Everyone is welcome to enjoy the refreshments being served, or even pick up a club for a game of mini golf with the family. We partner with local agencies and community organizations to bring them to the event and connect guests to their important services (mental health support, domestic violence help, food security, help finding jobs, and more)
Seattle/King County FREE MEDICAL, DENTAL, & VISION CARE Clinic April 24 - 27, 2025
The Seattle Center will host its annual four-day FREE Seattle/King County Clinic, offering medical, dental, and vision care for anyone who needs it – no insurance, ID, or proof of residency required. Available services include: Dental: Treatment for pain or discomfort, known or suspected cavities, swollen gums, and broken teeth. Vision: Vision screening, complete eye exams, prescription eyeglasses. Medical: Primary care, x-rays, mammograms, ultrasounds, select lab tests, immunizations, foot care, dermatology, physical and occupational (hand, wrist, elbow) therapy, acupuncture, nutrition, behavioral health, and more. MORE INFO: Download the 2025 Seattle/King County Clinic flyer. If you need immediate care, do not wait for the clinic. Free and affordable healthcare resources are available throughout King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties.
Virtual Resource Center every Thursday from 12:30-1:30 p.m.
The Virtual Resource Center (VRC) is a free way for people to access resources and meet with regional providers online to assist with services and benefits. Supports include behavioral health clinics, furthering education programs, employment support, free or discounted bus tickets, basic needs or financial assistance, case management, youth or senior-specific services, Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS), Public Health and more.
KCLS: One on One Computer Help at Issaquah Library
Have computer or software questions? A tech volunteer can provide basic level help to you. You may bring your own laptop, but tech tutors cannot provide hands-on or hardware assistance. Registration not required.
KCLS: Tech Help at Sammamish Library
Have computer or software questions? A tech savvy volunteer can provide one-on-one help for Windows, Mac, Android and iOS. Bring your smart phone, iPad or laptop and your questions. The tech tutor cannot provide hardware assistance. Drop-in!
Imagine Housing Volunteers Needed
Let's do more good - together! Volunteers help us build welcoming communities by supporting Resident Services programming here at Imagine Housing. From meal delivery to educational programming, we have opportunities to suit your interests and skills. Learn more and sign up at imaginehousing.org/volunteer.
KCLS: Check Out Washington Discover Pass
How does the Check Out Washington Discover Pass work? The pass checks out for 14 days and may be used on lands managed by: Washington State Parks, Washington State Department of Natural Resources, and Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife. The pass offers you access to millions of acres of state recreation lands in Washington, including: more than 100 developed state parks; more than 350 primitive recreation sites, including campgrounds and picnic areas; nearly 700 water-access points; nearly 2,000 miles of designated water and land recreation trails; more than 80 natural areas; more than 30 wildlife area
Catholic Community Community Services Brochure of Programs and Services
Catholic Community Services and Catholic Housing Services (CCS/CHS) of Western Washington are your Catholic Charities Agencies in Western Washington serving people of all beliefs. We offer an array of programs and services in your community. The programs and services listed below are just a few of the ways that we provide assistance and support to our neighbors in need. Please call or visit us online (www.ccsww.org) for more information.
Hopelink Connections Newsletter - Get Involved. Stay Informed!
This year Hopelink is proud to announce the relaunch of Hopelink's Connections Newsletter, a vibrant publication designed to keep you updated and engaged with all things Hopelink has to offer, every other month! Each issue of Hopelink's Connections will be packed with updates on our programs, outreach efforts, and advocacy initiatives. You'll get a sneak peek into the incredible work our team is doing and the impact it’s having on our community. Staying connected with Hopelink means you’re always in the know about program updates, community outreach, advocacy efforts, client stories, and partner highlights! Click here to subscribe now!
KCLS: Virtual Community Resource Center
ALL ARE WELCOME! Looking for help but don’t know where to go? You can connect with the services you need at King County's Virtual Resource Center (VRC). This service is available online or by phone during open hours. Service providers are present to guide you to the support you need.
The King County Library System Financial Assistance Navigation Service
helps point King County residents to the financial assistance programs they need—such as business loans, unemployment claims, and rent assistance. Residents looking for guidance may visit the website to complete an online form detailing their small business and/or personal financial needs. They’ll receive personalized financial information and referrals from library staff members. Those without a computer or Internet access may call 800-462-9600 for assistance.
CISC: International Resource Center Issaquah Library Tuesdays 2pm - 5pm
At CISC, we provide information and direct assistance services to the Russian and Ukrainian-speaking community. Our staff assists clients in understanding available options and resources, enabling them to make informed choices. We assist clients in obtaining information from community partners and government agencies. We also provide support related to health insurance options, housing options, transportation, benefits applications, education, employment opportunities, energy and utility assistance, and more. Please see the attached flyer for more information and locations.
Together Center, Redmond Map & List of Organizations
Together Center makes lives better by helping people find the assistance they need. We do this by co-locating a large array of programs on one campus and connecting people to these and other resources. We build a collaborative and knowledgeable association of service providers working together to empower people and our communities.
Find free or reduced-cost resources like food, housing, financial assistance, health care, and more. Help starts here. Start by entering a zip code, and choose from the selection of resource options.
King County HealthierHere
Your health shouldn’t depend on where you live, what language you speak, or how much money you make. But all too often it does. We’re working to change that. We are HealthierHere, a non-profit, multi-sector collaborative dedicated to improving the health and well-being of people in King County, WA. Together, we tackle complex challenges that no organization or sector can solve on its own, guided by those who experience inequity and racism in our health and social systems.
King County Department of Community and Human Services
South & East King County Cultural Navigator Program:
designed to ensure that all members of the community can get help for their family. The CNP offers free, confidential navigation and information assistance to individuals and families who have limited English language skills. This program serves people living in East King County by helping them to navigate systems, find resources, learn about programs, and connect to their community. The no-cost-to-clients program is funded through partners including the cities of Bellevue, Bothell, Issaquah, Redmond, and Sammamish and CISC. Starting March 24, please contact the following phone numbers for assistance: Russian language: 425-502-0883 Spanish language: 425-624-7703
King County New virtual contact center and search tool to connect King County residents to services
Resource Access is a multifunctional customer service team within the Department of Community and Human Services that will serve as a centralized information and resource referral system, helping to bridge gaps across the human services system making it easier for residents of King County to access the services they need. The team aims to help King County residents remain housed, retain employment, access emergency financial assistance, connect to behavioral health treatment, and more!
Help Me Grow Washington Hotline
Call 1-800-322-2588. Operated by WithinReach, the hotline provides clients and professionals with up-to-date information about state-sponsored health insurance, food programs, and a wide variety of other resources.
Have you checked out Search.WA211.org? The database has many Washington-based resources that have all been vetted to make sure they are reliable.
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services
Services include: Food/Cash/Medical, Housing Assistance, Child Support, Vocational Rehabilitation, Adult Care, Mental Health & Addiction Services, and Disability Support
offers a fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for a variety of services such as Food, Cash, Child Care, Long-Term Care, and Medicare Savings Programs. Individuals that are age 65 or older, blind or disabled may also apply for medical assistance. Click “See If I Qualify” to get started. Watch Video
Washington Healthplanfinder offers healthcare coverage for children, parents/caretakers with children, pregnant women, or adults age 18 to 64 years old. For information regarding available services or to apply for benefits, visit www.wahealthplanfinder.org.
WA Dept of Commerce Serving Communities
Community development and economic development are two sides of the same coin. Vibrant economies are the lifeblood of successful businesses and self-sufficient people. Our job at Commerce is to help counties, cities and towns achieve positive growth. We do that through a broad portfolio of programs, services and funding opportunities. We are partners in improving local buildings, water systems, schools, affordable housing, public safety, human services, parks and greenways, a clean environment and other essential community assets.
Issaquah Litter Clean-up Events
All are welcome to join this grassroots community litter clean up program. Once a month, volunteers gather with their supplies to remove litter from downtown Issaquah. Meet at the Post Office parking lot on NW Gilman Blvd. Rain or Shine! Coffee and snacks provided! Use your own gloves and trash bags. Team up with a friend; select an area to work; then move out. Dispose of litter in municipal trash bins/dumpsters. Don’t leave it. Use common sense and be safe. Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/611860370604097/ Questions: email Jon at jsmith1099@hotmail.com