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
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Recently, Compass Housing Alliance and partners of King County’s Health Through Housing Initiative gathered to celebrate the grand opening of Don’s Place. The program operates in a converted hotel in Auburn, serving individuals dealing with a disability who are coming directly from chronic homelessness. The emergency housing program with wraparound services supports 91 program participants … Continue reading A sweet celebration: Don’s Place Grand Opening
What an amazing community we have! Over the holiday season, you stepped up and supported our guests, residents, and programs in a big way. We can't tell you how much it means to us, and on behalf of everyone at Compass, THANK YOU! We raised over $700,000 – blowing our goal out of the water! 160 … Continue reading Thank you for making a real difference
As Compass’s Community Engagement Manager, I’m responsible for resourcing our programs with the donated items they need, engaging volunteers to give their time and talent to our mission, and engaging with the greater community, especially our faith community. In my job, I never know what is going to touch someone deeply. On a typical day, I … Continue reading It’s the little things
Everyone Deserves A Home As the new President of Compass Housing Alliance, I often share with folks that being voted into this position has been both a pleasure and a privilege. It is a privilege to be entrusted with the care of another person, to help others, and to witness the incremental improvement in the … Continue reading A message of hope from Compass President Michael Bailey
At Compass, Laila found the necessary support to rebuild her family's life.
Music can quiet the soul and give you peace of mind.
"I feel rich."
Dejah is a United States Navy Veteran who served in Kosovo and Iraq during Operation Desert Storm. Yet after her husband died and she left the Navy, Dejah ended up with no home and social security disability payments as her only source of income. “People who go into the military, we are people who are … Continue reading Compass was there for Dejah
Throughout this week, we are expressing our gratitude to those who have played pivotal roles in making Compass the life-changing organization it is. It is a tradition called Gratitude Week, and it is quickly becoming one of our favorite weeks of the year.