Episodios

  • Our Free Summer Meals Program: There's Something for Everyone!
    Jul 22 2024

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    In this episode, you'll hear how we spend our time providing free and nutritious meals to kids all summer long!

    Also, stick around to learn about United Way’s new Our Neighbor Fund and our upcoming event with the Seattle Mariners!

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    12 m
  • Leaders, Emerging
    Jul 15 2024

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    Good news happens! Check out this conversation with Cristina Luevano-Santos of Emerging Leaders 365, a United Way of King County-sponsored group of young professionals who spend their time making a difference in our community.

    We will also hear about United Way’s Our Neighbor Fund and spotlight a local volunteer opportunity.

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    22 m
  • “Why Give to United Way?” and Other Questions We Get All the Time: An FAQ
    Jul 8 2024

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    Want to know more about us and our work? This episode features answers to 10 of the most frequently asked questions we receive from donors and donor prospects.

    We will also hear about United Way’s Our Neighbor Fund and spotlight a volunteer opportunity.

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    25 m
  • Progressive Leadership for Our Area
    Jul 1 2024

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    Good news happens! In this episode, we chat with Teresa Mosqueda, current King County and former City of Seattle Council member, who, like United Way, spends time addressing issues such as housing, food insecurity, and access to resources.

    We will also spotlight United Way’s new Our Neighbor Fund and hear about a local volunteer opportunity.

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    21 m
  • School's Out, TIPS is In!
    Jun 24 2024

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    Good news happens! In this episode, we chat with Meghan Barnes of Teens in Public Service, a Seattle-based organization that hires young adult leaders for paid community service internships and pairs them with nonprofit organizations over the summer.

    United Way of King County proudly spotlights Teens in Public Service, which pairs interns with several partner organizations, including Chief Seattle Club, El Centro De La Raza, and Technology Access Foundation.

    We will also hear about United Way’s new Our Neighbor Fund and a local volunteer opportunity.

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    21 m
  • What is EDI, and what role does it play in Seattle’s future?
    Jun 17 2024

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    We chat with members of two United Way-supported organizations about the city’s Equitable Development Initiative, which was launched in 2016 to help address the displacement of people of color from Seattle’s once-affordable neighborhoods.

    Both Jessica Juarez-Wagner of Potlatch Fund and Wyking Garrett of Africatown Community Land Trust believe the initiative has been under attack due to recent city council legislation. Now, they’re spending time voicing support for EDI’s future.

    We will also learn about United Way’s new Our Neighbor Fund and hear about a United Way-supported volunteer opportunity.

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    18 m
  • Mentors Matter: Hazel Cameron of 4-C Coalition Honored
    Jun 10 2024

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    In this episode, we chat with the co-founder and director of the Seattle-based mentorship group. On June 12, Cameron will receive the Sound Generations 2024 Inspire Positive Aging Award for her service to the community.

    United Way of King County proudly supports the 4-C Coalition and honors Cameron for the time she spends making a difference in the lives of young people through mentoring.

    We’ll also hear about the United Way-supported Vashon Maury Community Food Bank and an upcoming United Way Happy Hour and Hellos event.

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    27 m
  • When Our Children's First Teachers Become Their Best Advocates
    Jun 3 2024

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    This episode features a conversation with Regina Elmi, co-founder and executive director of Supporting Partnerships in Education and Beyond (SPEB). This Renton-based organization believes all children’s success depends upon strong partnerships between parents, schools, and community members.

    United Way of King County proudly spotlights Supporting Partnerships in Education and Beyond and how it spends its time helping communities of color advocate for change.

    We will also chat about West Seattle Food Bank and spread the news about an upcoming Volunteer and Learn event.

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    16 m