WA: Community Issues and Volunteering
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Young Washingtonians spread word on National Voter Registration Day
Today is National Voter Registration Day, and some young people in Washington state are encouraging people in their age group to ensure they're …
Trabajadores de atención domiciliaria presionan por mejores salarios y beneficios
Los cuidadores domiciliarios de Washington están negociando con el estado sobre salarios y beneficios. El sindicato de cuidadores, SEIU 775…
Trabajadores WA reciben apoyo de la Casa Blanca en su lucha syndical
Los trabajadores de residencias para ancianos en el estado de Washington han regresado de la Casa Blanca con una determinación renovada de luchar…
WA projects receive $68,000 for community project upgrades
Four projects in Washington state were selected to receive grants from the AARP Community Challenge program. Combined, the organizations will …
'Hard hats' learn importance of heart health
The message of the importance of heart health has arrived at construction sites. On Thursday, the American Heart Association is hosting its annual …
WA man recognized for work helping people with Parkinson's through hiking
A prestigious award for volunteerism has been presented to the founder of an organization helping people with Parkinson's disease enjoy the great outd…
Comunidades de WA unidas para continuar limpieza del sitio nuclear de Hanford
"Todos vivimos río abajo desde Hanford": ese es el mensaje pintado en los cristales de la tienda Patagonia en el barrio Belltown de Seattle…
WA organization connects people across political divides
Americans are deeply divided on political issues. One organization is attempting to bridge this gap. The group Braver Angels brings together people …
Lack of Volunteers Hurts WA Food Banks at Crucial Time
A shortage of volunteers is taking its toll on food banks in Washington state. Joe Gruber, executive director of the University District Food Bank …
Community BBQ Supports WA Youth of Color Programming
A barbecue in Seattle is bringing the community together and will support events for youth of color in the region. United Way of King County's …
Eviction Prevention Program Moves Upstream to Help Families
An eviction prevention program is working to ensure evictions do not happen in the first place. The United Way of King County has provided $500,000 …
Community Challenge Grant Provides Unique Opportunity for WA Cities
A grant program to improve communities is open for applications. Started in 2017, the AARP Community Challenge program provides grants to …