The Weed Warriors Nature Stewards Still Active and Engaged

The Weed Warriors Nature Stewards Still Active and Engaged

Burien, WA.  The Weed Warriors, Nature Stewards Program has continued to serve the King County community throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.  “Of course, our activities and events have changed,” says Grace Stiller, the program’s President. Volunteers with the Weed Warriors must maintain social distancing protocols, but according to Stiller, the program is still active and engaged.   

While the COVID-19 crisis has forced many organizations to close their doors, the Weed Warriors continue to do essential work in Burien’s New Start Community Garden, pictured above. The community garden includes personal patches as well as many feature gardens, and a stage that, before the COVID-19 crisis, was used for community events.  According to Stiller, the Weed Warriors’ work in the community garden is “an important part of being able to plant and harvest food for the food bank.”  “Volunteers are always needed,” says Stiller, “we always need help in the community garden, and at Mathison Park in Burien.”

Earth Day event 2019 – Students installed Native Plants in the New Start Community Garden, Edible Native Plant Section.

2018 – Produce harvested from the New Start Community Garden for the food bank.

The Weed Warriors program also partners with the National Wildlife Federation to provide the Gardens for Wildlife program.  The program includes Zoom Workshops on topics like sustainable gardening practices and controlling invasive, non-native weeds, as well as a restoration event at a community garden or park. Due to the COVID-19 crisis, this year’s restoration events will follow social distancing protocols and forgo large group interactions. According to Stiller, the National Wildlife Federation’s goal to protect wildlife complements the Weed Warriors’ mission to “protect the habitat that gives the wildlife homes.”

Kid’s Native Bird Workshop and Birdhouse Building project 2019 – Kids built their birdhouses at Seahurst Park.

Stiller co-founded the Weed Warriors in 2008 to help students meet their community service requirements, and the program has grown since then. The Weed Warriors, Nature Stewards Program provides educational workshops, habitat restoration, and community service opportunities. Stiller explains that “when people understand our relationship to nature they’ll respect and advocate for nature and advocate for policies that continue to allow for harmony with nature.”

From Weed Warriors, Nature Stewards Program:

We’re advocates for healthy habitats for both people and wildlife.  We connect kids to nature through education and the arts, empowering them to steward the earth and change the world.  Our vision is to see the world living in harmony with nature.

 

Velocity Dance Center Offers Online Dance Classes During COVID-19 Pandemic

Velocity Dance Center Offers Online Dance Classes During COVID-19 Pandemic

Seattle, WA. Velocity Dance Center is offering online dance classes to the public and plans to continue doing so until its annual summer festivals starts on July 12th. Communication manager Vladimir Kremenović explains that Velocity is “offering a variety of online classes through Zoom.” There are classes on Velocity’s website for dancers of every skill level, from beginners to professionals. Single classes can be purchased, or packages of multiple sessions. (Photo above from pre-pandemic performance.) 

Dancers explore floor work at Velocity Dance Center before the Covid pandemic.

Velocity Dance Center is located at 1621 12th Ave. in Seattle. It’s one of the largest centers for adult dancers in the Seattle area and acts as a source of creation for many individuals throughout the Pacific Northwest. Velocity’s resources include classes, workshops, performances, residencies, discussions, screenings, as well as two annual international festivals: Strictly Seattle and Seattle Festival of Dance Improvisation. When Washington governor Jay Inslee announced the stay-home order throughout the state, many dance studios closed, and Velocity Dance Center was no exception. According to Velocity’s communications manager Vladimir Kremenović, Velocity staff “realized that to protect [their] community [they] needed to close down studios.”

Promotional photo for Seattle Festival of Dance Improvisation 2018

Following its closure, Velocity partnered with local artists to stream its works online as a way to connect with the community remotely. These streams included commentary and conversations with artists via Zoom about their creative processes.

Velocity also offers classes for an array of dance genres including modern, contemporary, hip-hop, improvisation, and more. Payment for these classes is donation based. Kremenović states that it didn’t “make sense to charge for classes since many community members have lost their jobs” due to the COVID-19 crisis.

Velocity not only supports its community by providing access to dance resources but also through aiding local activists. Velocity Dance Center is located in Capitol Hill, a Seattle neighborhood amid Black Lives Matter protests. A couple of blocks from Velocity is the Capitol Hill Organized Protest (CHOP), otherwise known as the Capitol Hill Autonomous Zone (CHAZ). CHOP is one of the main sites of protests for the Black Lives Matter movement that ignited throughout Seattle following the murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police. Kremenović shares that Velocity “wanted to provide resources for people on the street” to support the activism transpiring throughout Seattle and the United States. In early June, Velocity opened its lobby to provide activists with access to restrooms, charging outlets, and water fountains. Velocity recognizes that they are a predominantly white-led organization and as a result decided to take a step back from self-promotion on Instagram to amplify anti-racist sentiment and highlight the voices of BIPOC activists and artists. Additionally, Velocity has partnered with Northwest Film Forum to stream the films, Aviva and Cunningham, through the next month. All proceeds from June film screenings will be donated to organizations that empower Black lives.

Through Velocity’s transition to remote work, Kremenović reports that the organization is “really proud and happy to have so many teachers in their community willing to make the jump” to online teaching. Through online classes and festivals, Kremenović wishes for Velocity to continue making dancers “come together, dance, and create beautiful art.”

From Velocity Dance Center:

There are many ways to support Velocity Dance Center now and throughout the summer. People can sign up for Velocity’s online classes, as well as register for its online summer festivals. Both Strictly Seattle and Seattle Festival of Dance Improvisation will be conducted online this year. However, Velocity recognizes that there are more important organizations to spotlight other than its studio at the moment. Velocity encourages people in its community to direct donations towards cultural organizations that support Black lives.

Velocity is Seattle’s center dedicated to contemporary dance, and an essential incubator for new dance in our region. With artist-driven, community-responsive programming, Velocity provides vital resources and advocacy for one of the most active dance communities in the nation. Velocity’s programming includes classes, workshops, residencies, performances, discussions, and two annual international festivals.

 

“All in WA” Virtual Concert Raises Over $45 Million for Covid-19 Relief in Washington State

“All in WA” Virtual Concert Raises Over $45 Million for Covid-19 Relief in Washington State

Seattle, WA. An impressive group of performers joined forces for a virtual concert on June 24th. It was the “All In WA: A Concert for COVID-19 Relief” event and viewers pledged over $45 Million to Washington State COVID relief fund during the broadcast. Seahawks quarterback, Russell Wilson, and his wife Ciara also spoke during the broadcast. (Photo by Getty Images/Getty Images for All In WA)

Dave Matthews performs during All In WA: A Concert For COVID-19 Relief. (Photo by Getty Images/Getty Images for All In WA)

Brandi Carlile, Phil Hanseroth, Courteney Cox, and Tatum Dahl speak during the concert For COVID-19 relief. (Photo by Getty Images/Getty Images for All In WA)

Sir Mix-a-Lot performs during All In WA. (Photo by Getty Images/Getty Images for All In WA)

Bill Gates joined the broadcast.

The extensive lineup of entertainers also included Dave Matthews, Macklemore, Pearl Jam, Ciara, Allen Stone, Ben Gibbard, The Black Tones, Joel McHale, Mary Lambert, Pete Carroll, Bill Nye, Candice Wilson, Chad Charlie, Courteney Cox, Dove Cameron, Edouardo Jordan, The Head and the Heart, Jeffery Dean Morgan, Jessica Dobson, Prometheus Brown, Joshua Karp, Ken Griffey Jr., Mark Diamond, Mimi Jung, Nancy Wilson, Noah Gundersen, Rainn Wilson, Ryan Lewis, Sleater-Kinney, and Travis Thompson. Presented by Amazon and produced by Anonymous Content and Done + Dusted, the All In WA: A Concert for COVID-19 Relief was streamed on Amazon Music’s Twitch channel (www.twitch.tv/amazonmusic and through www.AllInWA.org.

From All In WA:

All In WA hopes to help all Washingtonians find a way to give back. You can support the All In WA fund, created to fill the gaps in funding across the state and governed by an advisory board you can see here. You can also support a Cause Fund, focused on issues of most need, or donate to a Community Fund near you to support a place you love, or use the PowerOf tool.

Please donate today and join us in celebrating the strength of this state by tuning in to All In WA: A Concert for COVID-19 Relief by Presenting Sponsor Amazon, a virtual event to bring attention to our state’s needs and resilience. This concert will be broadcast live here and on Twitch, KREM, KING 5, KONG, and KSKN.
Sign up to learn more.

 

United Way Community Relief Fund Offers Help in King County

United Way Community Relief Fund Offers Help in King County

Seattle, WA. United Way of King County is thanking sponsors who are contributing to its  Community Relief Fund. Supporters like the Seahawks are helping to provide immediate access to food, rental assistance, and the support needed for those suffering because of the COVID-19 crisis.

United Way King County writes:

“We would like to recognize our amazing sponsors @Seahawks for their help and support during this crisis. The Seahawks continue to be a strong leader and motivator in our community and we appreciate all of their help fighting hunger and homelessness. Thanks to the many generous donors to the Community Relief Fund: COVID-19, people are receiving rental assistance and help with food.”

You may consider joining them to help make these sorts of things happen:

Rental Assistance. Help is going to King County residents who have lost part or all of their income due to the COVID-19 pandemic and are behind on their rent.

Access to Food. United Way team is helping get food to people who need it through extra support at food banks and community meal sites. Plus, roughly 1,800 families will receive two grocery vouchers of $400 each.

Here’s a video about the United Way’s work:

From United Way:

Next up: We have exhausted initial funding for rental assistance, if you would like to join this impressive group of donors and keep this work going, please connect with James Modie at [email protected]This link will take you away from uwkc.org or:

June is Second Most Popular Month for Charitable Giving

June is Second Most Popular Month for Charitable Giving

Seattle, WA. While December continues to be the largest month for charitable giving, 2018 gave way to the biggest shift in distribution across other months. In 2017, approximately 18.2% of giving took place in December and this shifted to just 17% in 2018, according to a report by Blackbaud. June has continued to be the second largest giving month of the year, which aligns with the end of the fiscal year for many nonprofit organizations.

The digital marketing firm for nonprofits, Blackbaud, released this finding in its 2018 Charitable Giving Report.

In 2018, overall charitable giving in the United States increased 1.5% on a year-over-year basis. Large organizations grew by 2.3%; medium organizations increased 2%; and small nonprofits experienced a decrease of 2.3% compared to the same time period in 2017. Since 2016, overall giving has grown 9% and giving to Foundations grew 5% over the same threeyear time period.

Online giving grew 1.2% in 2018 compared to 2017. Large organizations had a decrease of 0.5%; mediumsized organizations grew 3.7%; and small nonprofits grew 0.7% on a year-over-year basis. Since 2016, online giving has grown 17%, and average online gift amounts have continued to increase. The percentage of total fundraising that came from online giving once again reached another record high in 2018. Approximately 8.5% of overall fundraising revenue, excluding grants, was raised online. In 2018, 24% of online transactions were made using a mobile device.

This is the continuation of a growth trend we have measured over many years now. Arts and Culture organizations had the largest growth in both overall and online giving during 2018. Animal Welfare, International Affairs, Higher Education, and Public and Society Benefit organizations also experienced significant growth in overall giving compared to 2017. Public and Society Benefit, Healthcare, and Faith Communities also had growth in online giving in 2018. 2018 continued the longest sustained period of charitable giving growth since the last recession.

There are several key trends shaping charitable giving that are highlighted here. First, charitable giving in the United States is returning to normal levels following two years of significant growth. Second, online giving is entering a new phase where mobile and other digital channels continue to change how donors engage with nonprofit organizations. Finally, giving to Foundations and Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) continues to grow in response to supporter preferences and changes in incentives. A 36-month view of fundraising from the same organizations reveals a 9% growth in overall giving and a 17% increase in online giving. When we take a broader view, spikes in giving during 2017 gave way to more normal growth rates in 2018. There is a tendency to want to identify a single reason for shifts in giving, but that is not how the philanthropic ecosystem works.

More information about the report is available at

ArtsWest’s RED Gala Raises Over $200,000

ArtsWest’s RED Gala Raises Over $200,000

Seattle, WA. Over 200 people attended ArtsWest Playhouse and Gallery’s RED Auction and Gala on July 27th. The event was held in the Canvas Event Space, with decorations inspired by the color red. Patrons Todd Green and Jim Loder posed with smiling dancing girls at the gala which raised over $200,000. The proceeds support ArtsWest’s work producing artistic events that provoke conversation, incite the imagination and use live theater as an agent of change. ArtsWest is located at 4711 California Ave in West Seattle. (Photo credit, Michael Wallenfels)

Sandy Adams, BJ Buller, Jim Guenther, Katy Hannigan

Ivonne Ward

ArtsWest Patrons

Shannon Flora, Todd Green, Jim Loder

Walter Reese, Gary Ambrose

The annual auction and gala featured performance art inspired by the color red. To ArtsWest, red symbolizes life, love, desire, and determination. The event began with a full hosted bar, wine, and hors d’oeuvres. Guests also received three dining options for a meal at the gala. The auction involved bidding on silent auction items and live auction items and experiences such as decadent desserts and exciting vacations.

From ArtsWest:

ArtsWest produces artistic events that provoke conversation, incite the imagination and use live theater as a powerful agent of change.

Theatre

ARTSWEST | MILK LIKE SUGAR

Each year, ArtsWest presents a full mainstage theatre season in our 149-seat space. We selectchallenging, progressive plays designed to spark conversation about relevant topics. Your support helps us offer pay-what-you can preview performances for all mainstage productions, free or discounted tickets for other nonprofit organizations and individuals in need, and general ticket prices that makes the ArtsWest theatre experience accessible to everyone! Your support also helps produce our FIRST LOOK events, which are free and open to the public.  Click here to see our current theatre offerings.

Gallery

THE EPIC AND THE PUNY | LAUREN BOILINI & PATTY HALLER

The Runnings Family Gallery at ArtsWest provides community members, theatre patrons, and art enthusiasts with an opportunity to experience high quality, contemporary visual art. Each year, ArtsWest produces exhibitions featuring professional Pacific Northwest artists, providing these artists with an opportunity to showcase their work. Your support helps ensure the Gallery remains free and open to the public.ArtsWest hosts receptions and Artist Talks with each exhibition, and participates in the West Seattle ArtWalk the second Thursday of each month. Click here to learn more about our current exhibition season.

Education

ArtsWest is well known for its Theatre Education Program and is one of only three arts organizations in the United States to receive three successive grants from the National Endowment for the Arts in support of the Arts’ Summer School in the Arts program. Students in ArtsWest’s Education program learn more than how to sing, dance, and act. They learn how to think creatively, take calculated risks, and work as a team. Students with this kind of training become the leaders of tomorrow, and your support helps nurture these young people into becoming community leaders. ArtsWest also offers comprehensive, full-time and part-time apprentice programs for high school, undergraduate, graduate students, and recent graduates from around Seattle and the country. ArtsWest is dedicated to creating apprenticeship opportunities that maximize an apprentice’s specific skill set and developing future professionals in their chosen field. Click here to see our current education offerings.

Civic-Minded Newcomers Interested in Philanthropy Considering Seattle Area Suburbs

Civic-Minded Newcomers Interested in Philanthropy Considering Seattle Area Suburbs

Seattle, WA. Summertime is often moving time. With many people moving to the area for the first time, some have been asking where interesting neighborhoods are located. Civic minded people who are interested in philanthropy and enjoy a nice esthetic may consider these areas:

YARROW POINT

At the northern tip of the peninsula is Yarrow Point. The median value of homes is $2,711,000, the highest in the Seattle metro. In the last year, values hiked an incredible 22.2 percent and are anticipated to rise another 6.5 percent within the next 12 months. For comparison, a standard and sustainable annual growth rate is just 3 percent. Neighborhood attractions include Loch Lane Beach, Yarrow Point Beach Park and Wetherill Nature Preserve.

Yarrow Point

MEDINA

Medina is just 3 miles south of Yarrow Point, on the southwest shore of the peninsula. The median value of homes in Medina is $2,667,700, the second highest in the metro. Values in Medina rose a whopping 18.3 percent in the last year and are forecast to appreciate 6.2 percent throughout the next year. Community features include Medina Beach Park, Medina Park, 520 Bridge View Park and Overlake Golf and Country Club.

CLYDE HILL

Between Yarrow Point and Medina is Clyde Hill, with the third-highest median home value in the Seattle metro, $2,603,600. Clyde Hill does not offer waterfront properties, but its elevation allows for stunning Lake Washington views. Home values in Clyde Hill appreciated 17.7 percent in the last year and should experience another 6.4 percent lift in the next 12 months. Clyde Hill boarders the Overlake Golf and Country Club as well as Wetherill Nature Preserve.

MERCER ISLAND

Just south of Medina, and situated within Lake Washington between the east and west sides of Seattle, is Mercer Island, a small, self-contained city connected to the mainland by bridges on either side. Homes across the island have a median value of $1,406,800, fourth on the list for the highest home values in Seattle, and the town is certainly secluded from the fast pace of the city. Values rose 10.5 percent throughout the last year and are projected to climb another 4.3 percent in the next 12 months. Residents frequent Luther Burbank Park and Clarke Beach Park along the waterfront, as well as Pioneer Park and Mercer Island Beach Club. If you’re considering buying in Mercer Island you’ll notice a bit more inventory available compared to the other markets, reducing the purchasing competition slightly.

SAMMAMISH

Lake Sammamish is another large body of water in the Seattle metro, east of Lake Washington. On the east coastline of Lake Sammamish is the distinguished town of Sammamish. Home values are notably reduced compared to the prior markets, but they are still among the top 10 steepest values in the Seattle metro at $905,800. Like the other cities, values in Sammamish continue to climb: 11.4 percent last year and anticipated growth of 5.1 percent throughout the next year. Locals enjoy Lake Sammamish State Park, Evans Creek Park, Soaring Eagle Regional Park and Sahalee Country Club. As a buyer, be prepared to face competition when shopping for homes in Sammamish —a popular market with limited inventory.

WOODINVILLE

Much farther north than these other luxury markets is Woodinville, best known for its plethora of wineries. The median value of homes in Woodinville is $764,900, putting it in 10th place for highest values in the Seattle metro. Values rose 12.4 percent last year and have a forecast of 4.9 percent appreciation throughout the next 12 months. The housing market is competitive with some inventory to select from, a bit more than in Sammamish. A major attraction in Woodinville is Chateau Ste. Michelle Vineyards, both a winery and vineyard as well as an outdoor music venue with incredible lineups.

StolenYouth Benefit Raises Over $579,000 to Help Fight Child Sex Trafficking in Washington State

StolenYouth Benefit Raises Over $579,000 to Help Fight Child Sex Trafficking in Washington State

Seattle, WA. More than 300 community leaders joined forces for The Seattle Hotel Association’s 22nd Annual Evening of Hope gala which raised over $579,000 for the nonprofit StolenYouth. The Seattle Hotel Association designated StolenYouth as the beneficiary of its philanthropy work for three years. StolenYouth is a local nonprofit committed to ending child sex trafficking in Washington state.  The association recognized the co-founders of StolenYouth for starting the organization in early 2012. 2019 Honorees included: Amy Schottenstein, Jane Charles, Ginny Meisenbach, Patty Fleischmann, Judy Greenstein, Jennifer Reibman, Paula Clapp, Anne Phelps, Claire Angel, Lynn Thomsen, Alexandra Brookshire (Nancy Kritzer and Melinda Giovengo are not shown.) 

Kyra Doubek, a survivor of child sex trafficking, spoke to the attendees about her recovery from “the life,” when she was being trafficked, as she escaped an unstable home environment. She said, “to each and every one of you, from the deepest place in my soul, thank you for supporting StolenYouth and believing in the mission to end the exploitation of children in Washington state—a child like I once was, and never got to be.”

The Evening of Hope opened with a proclamation by Seattle Mayor Jenny A. Durkan, declaring Feb. 2, 2019, as the Seattle Hotel Association Evening of Hope.

The new funds will support ongoing work in King County and new programs in Pierce and other counties, homeless youth programs, safe shelter and housing, prevention technologies, job training and educational opportunities.

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Sheri Schultz, president, and co-founder of the Schultz Family Foundation introduced the 13 co-founders of StolenYouth and celebrated their vision. She said, “On any given night in Seattle, almost 500 children are bought and sold as a commodity. They are disconnected and vulnerable. Many are homeless. I am honored to support the founders of StolenYouth in their pioneering work to end child sex trafficking, one of the most important human rights issues of our time.”

“It was a magical evening,” said Pam Norick, StolenYouth’s president. “We are so grateful to the Seattle Hotel Association. The funding received from the Evening of Hope gala will allow StolenYouth to provide services to victims and survivors of child sex trafficking and allow us to invest in new technologies, training and other preventative measures.”

Seattle Hotel Association President Shannon Sheron said, “The Seattle Hotel Association is proud to support the important mission of StolenYouth in protecting our community’s at-risk children and giving them hope.”

During the past 22 years, the Seattle Hotel Association has enjoyed being a devoted community collaborator in helping to raise the essential funding for many of Seattle’s nonprofits, such as Lifelong, Susan G. Komen, Plymouth Housing Group, Pike Place Market Foundation, Seattle Police Foundation and Mary’s Place. By leveraging the combined influence of downtown Seattle hotel members, the gala has raised $10.43 million to date.

 

About The Seattle Hotel Association’s Evening of Hope:

The Seattle Hotel Association created the Evening of Hope Gala in 1996 to showcase the organization’s effort to make a difference for people in our community. In the past decades, proceeds from this event have benefited Lifelong, Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, Puget Sound Affiliate, Plymouth Housing Group, The Pike Place Market Foundation, the Seattle Police Foundation and Mary’s Place. The Evening of Hope Gala has raised more than $9.85 million for these deserving local charities and the Seattle Hotel Association is proud to continue our service to the community. All proceeds from the Evening of Hope Gala benefit our selected charity. Through the volunteer effort of the Seattle Hotel Association members and designated charity organizations, the event has grown to be one of the most successful galas in Seattle’s history.

Save the Date for 2020 and Get Ready to Help

The Seattle Hotel Association schedules its Evening of Hope for the first Saturday in February. Stay tuned for announcement of our 2020 date. There are many ways to support the event and StolenYouth. Help us with outreach to procure products, services and priceless experiences for the auction, where 100% of the auction proceeds will benefit StolenYouth. Volunteer at the Auction and Gala. We will need help with planning, registration, runners, greeters, set up, break down, etc. If you are able to support procurement or want to volunteer for our 2020 gala, please write to us here

The Delta Air Lines Foundation Commits $250,000 to New Kent YMCA

The Delta Air Lines Foundation Commits $250,000 to New Kent YMCA

Kent, WA. It won’t be long until kids in Kent will be able to take a dive in the a YMCA pool. The YMCA of Greater Seattle is one step closer to opening its newest branch in Kent, WA. The Delta Air Lines Foundation committed a quarter million dollars, helping the Kent Y reach 95 percent of its $36.6 million fundraising goal. The new Kent Y opens in September 2019 and will be the first community hub of its kind in the Kent Community. 

Rendering of the exterior of the new Kent YMCA.

Rendering of the fitness area of the new Kent YMCA.

The facility will offer community gathering spaces, an aquatic center, gym, three group fitness rooms, and a premium cardio and free-weight fitness floor. It will also bring a significant expansion of school, child care, and enrichment programs for children and teens hosted by the Y. To help the Y reach its fundraising goal to build a location in Kent, donate at givekentymca.org.

“We’re so grateful for Delta’s generosity over the years,” said Loria Yeadon, President and CEO of the YMCA of Greater Seattle. “We believe everyone deserves the opportunity and resources to reach their full potential, and Delta has supported our programs in numerous ways, not only financially but in time, effort, and volunteerism.” 

“Serving communities is at Delta’s core, and we partner closely with the YMCA of Greater Seattle through our commitment to donate one percent of net profits to charitable organizations each year,” said Tony Gonchar, Delta’s Vice President – Seattle. “As a YMCA of Greater Seattle board member, I’m well aware of the great work the Y is doing to build community and encourage the healthy development of our youth, and this grant from The Delta Air Lines Foundation will ensure the Y continues their service to our community for generations.”

The Delta Air Lines Foundation’s commitment builds upon a growing partnership between Delta and the Y. The Foundation committed a grant of $250,000 for the capital campaign for the Kent Y, which builds upon the annual financial support of Delta Air Lines to the YMCA of Greater Seattle. Through Delta’s annual financial support, the airline has helped young adults with resume writing, “flown” hundreds of Y second graders to the North Pole for holiday magic, and sent local teens on global trips to grow their cultural and leadership competencies. 

“We look forward to naming our new Welcome Center in honor of Delta,” emphasized Vivian Shannon, Chief Advancement Officer for the Y. “We wouldn’t be able to influence so many lives throughout King and south Snohomish counties without Delta’s support and appreciate their intentional investment in our work.”

Anyone can sign-up as a charter member and qualify for the charter member gift pack by visiting kentymca.org. The Y is also hiring for its new location. Apply to work at the Y by visiting seattleymca.org/jobs

About the Delta Air Lines Foundation:

The Delta Air Lines Foundation is a nonprofit corporation formed in 1968 to enhance Delta’s charitable giving. The Foundation is focused on the key areas of education and health and wellness.  In the past decade, The Delta Air Lines Foundation has awarded more than $75 million in grants to nonprofit organizations.  

About the YMCA of Greater Seattle:

The YMCA of Greater Seattle is the Northwest’s leading nonprofit organization strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Founded in 1876, the Y reaches more than 260,000 people of all backgrounds, abilities, and financial circumstances annually through 13 branches, two overnight camps, and more than 200 program sites throughout King and south Snohomish counties. It nurtures more than 142,000 kids and teens to develop their gifts and give back to our community and engages thousands of volunteers who contribute hundreds of thousands of hours of service each year. Visit seattleymca.org.

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