After years of affiliation and partnership, Compass Housing Alliance and Lutheran Community Services Northwest (LCSNW) are finally joining together as one organization! Our shared values: compassion, love, health, justice, and hope, make this joining together a win-win for the larger community. And we have been consciously moving towards this goal for years. This partnership has … Continue reading It’s official! Compass Housing Alliance and Lutheran Community Services Northwest complete merger
Thank you to U Village and their generous customers! For the 15th consecutive year, the Winter Wish program has delivered donated gifts and holiday cheer to children and families who reside at our Compass on Dexter affordable housing community. This year, we received more than 150 presents, ensuring that every child received what they wished for, … Continue reading Thank you, U Village!
Frank enlisted in the Air Force in 2004 at age 21. He served as an aircraft technician before being embedded with the Army during the Iraq campaign from 2007-2010. After six years of service, he returned home with an honorable discharge—and challenges he didn't talk about. "I penalized myself by keeping it in," Frank reflects. … Continue reading “I penalized myself by keeping it in.”
Alysun Deckert and Mike Bailey are caring neighbors! And they inspire, lead, and collaborate with many other caring neighbors to provide a lovingly prepared dinner meal for families and individuals at Compass Broadview. Both dedicated professionals at the University of Washington and elite athletes for many years, Alysun and Mike have been serving our community … Continue reading Mission Advancement Officer Anne Jannetti expresses her thankfulness to two of our long-time supporters, Alysun Deckert and Mike Bailey
$275,000 invested since 2008 enhances accessibility and independence for Veterans and individuals Compass Housing Alliance's Shoreline Veterans Center (SVC), which provides dignified housing for dozens of Veterans who have formerly experienced homelessness, continues to thrive thanks to a transformative partnership with the Employees Community Fund of Boeing (ECF). The collaboration has enabled critical accessibility upgrades … Continue reading Press Release: Boeing Employees’ Partnership Transforms Lives of Veterans Through Accessibility Improvements
Congratulations to the Seattle Seahawks, world champions! Together, we celebrate a remarkable Super Bowl victory and the team's legacy of leadership and community impact. As a proud Spirit of 12 partner and "Honoring our Heroes" Boeing/Seahawks award recipient, we are honored to stand alongside this outstanding team. Go Hawks! We're back! For the second year running, … Continue reading Compass selected AGAIN as Seahawks “Spirit of 12” Partner!
Compass Housing Alliance is honored to announce a major gift from long-time supporters Carol and Peter Stewart to launch a new program to supportearly-career training and development. Known as the Stewart Family Leadership Development Pathway, the funds will invest in Compass staff via skills development relevant for human service organizations; managerial and budgetary courses to support … Continue reading Compass Housing Alliance receives a major gift to invest in early career staff
My name is Christopher Ross, and it is my honor to serve as the president of Compass Housing Alliance. Having served on Compass’s board from 2016 to 2017 and as Chief Operating Officer from 2019 to 2021, I feel a deep connection to Compass. It is with great enthusiasm and a deep sense of responsibility … Continue reading It feels like coming home
We are excited to announce a significant development at Compass Housing Alliance. Christopher Ross has rejoined the agency as our new President, effective November 2024. Christopher previously served Compass Housing Alliance as Chief Operations Officer from 2019 to 2021, and we are thrilled to welcome him back. Christopher’s return marks a strategic shift for Compass … Continue reading New leadership and strategic direction at Compass Housing Alliance
Amira has been a dedicated volunteer at Nyer Urness, consistently helping every Friday for four hours since the end of May. She supports a variety of activities, from holiday decorating and assisting with the food pantry to leading fun, interactive programs with residents. Her trauma-informed approach has allowed her to build strong connections with the … Continue reading Thank you, Amira!