We are thankful and proud of our partnership with A Seattle Church, a monumental presence for Cascade Women’s Program (housing) and Otto’s Place Men’s Shelter. Not only have folks come in and volunteered their time to host activities such as art and poetry and dinner nights, but they’ve also spent many hours/resources helping restore the garden … Continue reading Thank you, A Seattle Church!
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Paul and Karen Hogle are bright, beautiful, loving human beings who are steadfast in their commitment to Compass Housing Alliance and the people we walk alongside every day. They are all about love and illuminating people’s humanity, no matter who they are. Accomplished engineers Paul and Karen are also passionate about contributing to our community … Continue reading Mission Advancement Officer Anne Jannetti expresses her thankfulness to two of our long-time donors, Paul and Karen Hogle
It is one of our greatest honors to serve Veterans throughout our programs. We owe them a debt of thanks. And Canlis Restaurant stepped up! Thank you to Canlis Restaurant for delivering a tasty meal to our Veterans at Blaine Veterans Center in honor of Veterans Day! They delivered lasagna, salad, garlic bread, and CARROT CAKE. First … Continue reading Thank you, Veterans!
The Compass Housing Alliance Ambassador Council is a gathering of community members who desire to be of service, expand their networks, and become ambassadors to the larger community on behalf of Compass and the people we serve. Recently, they SERVED the Compass community directly by cooking a fantastic BBQ for the Veterans at our Blaine … Continue reading Filling & fulfilling
Compass Housing Alliance was selected to host a Harm Reduction Vending Machine to increase access to lifesaving Naloxone and fentanyl test strips for our program guests and their extended community. This location serves people who are currently or formerly homeless with a trauma informed, harm-reduction model that includes guests currently using substances and at risk … Continue reading This machine saves lives
The Outstanding Community Partner Award recognizes all that Compass’s partners do to enrich and amplify our work. Everyone has a role to play in tackling the complex issues of homelessness in our community, and this year’s winner, Anita Souza, PhD, plays her role masterfully! Anita (center) is a Clinical Associate Professor at the University of … Continue reading Anita Souza, PhD, wins the Outstanding Community Partner Award
We have the privilege of working with some truly amazing people. It never ceases to amaze us the level of strength and resilience members of our Compass community display when overcoming life’s unexpected challenges. Melvin is a testament to that incredible strength and perseverance. Melvin lost his father at a young age, and it turned … Continue reading Spring into Action — “It’s all due to Compass”
Early in April, we welcomed our partners from the King County Veterans Program, local media, and interested neighbors to the grand opening of Blaine Veterans Center. It is the first 24/7 enhanced emergency shelter in King County focused only on Veterans. It will provide on-site services and support to 36 Veterans experiencing homelessness in King … Continue reading The Blaine Veterans Center is NOW OPEN
Heinrich works as a maintenance technician at our Compass on Dexter location. He usually starts his day by grabbing his broom and making sure the outside grounds are cleaned up. He then looks at his work orders for the day and fills them as efficiently as possible. “I pretty much do anything and everything in … Continue reading “I feel like it is my calling.”
Our goal to celebrate Black History Month goes beyond just honoring events of the past; it includes actively contributing to the tomorrow. This month, Governor Jay Inslee has reappointed our President, Michael Bailey, to the Washington State Commission on African American Affairs (CAAA). The commission is recognized as a state agency and reports directly to … Continue reading Honoring history, inspiring change: A renewed leadership role in African American affairs