When Part-Time Work Isn’t Enough
Ranya is a single mom with two teenagers. She has a part-time job but her hours vary and she has trouble getting by. Her rent is subsidized, so she only pays $150 a month, which is helpful. However, she pays all of her family’s utilities and is very behind on her electric bill. She owed…
Read MoreThank You, Tiny Tots
Earlier this week, we had some visitors from Tiny Tots Development Center. These students toured SVdP to learn about our programs to help the poor and how donations support that work. They also worked hard in our food bank, serving our guests with their friendly, smiling faces. We are so grateful for the time that…
Read MoreAviation Donates to SVdP
We applaud the students of Raisbeck Aviation High School for helping transform the lives of people who are less fortunate. Your generous clothing donations help families throughout King County. We could not perform our work without your gracious and heartfelt generosity. Thank you for all that you do for us!
Read MoreStarting Over After Prison
Geoff was recently released from prison. He moved into a Clean and Sober House immediately following his release. His girlfriend paid the deposit and first month’s rent for him but he has to find funding for next month on his own. He is looking for work, but is unemployed at the moment. He called the…
Read MoreThanks, Holy Names Staff
Last week, we had several volunteers from the Holy Names Academy staff work at our Aurora Thrift Store. While we have finished our new community social service center, which will include a Neighborcare Health Clinic and Case Management facility, we are finishing up work to improve our thrift store. These Holy Names staff volunteers worked…
Read MoreYou Helped Keep April’s Water Running
April is a single mom of four children. She works part-time at a grocery store, where her hours can vary greatly and her earnings fluctuate as a result. Getting by is a constant struggle for April, as she feels like it is just “one bill after another.” She struggles to keep up. When she called…
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