Neighborhood House’s 2025 Strategic Plan marks a critical juncture in our enduring mission to advance equity, opportunity, and community well-being across King County. At a time when the political landscape is increasingly volatile—marked by rising hostility toward immigrants and refugees, and growing threats to public funding—we remain steadfast in our commitment to our neighbors furthest …
Janice Deguchi Last month, I was invited to speak on a panel for the Arcora Foundation, whose mission is to bend the arc of oral health towards equity. I was honored to share the stage with Arcora Foundation Vice President, Sunshine Monastrial, and my co-panelist, author and activist, Ron Chew to talk about our deep …
No one intended for human services programs to cause trauma, or create barriers for families to gain economic opportunity and prosperity. But oftentimes, because of bureaucracy, lack of coordination and planning, and lack of input from those most impacted, many well intended programs do exactly that. The two-generation, whole family approach (2Gen/WFA) is one antidote …
This month, we’re excited to celebrate 60 years of Head Start! Sixty years of making a difference in the lives of 39 million children, while empowering their families and serving their communities. Yet despite this track record, the future of Head Start is in doubt. Neighborhood House’s Head Start and Early Head Start program serves …
Volunteering is not just about giving back—it’s about building connections, creating positive change, and enriching our lives in ways we don’t often expect. April is National Volunteer Month – a time to recognize and celebrate the people coming together to support a cause they believe in. At Neighborhood House, our volunteers play a vital role …
Housing. Education. Health. Economic Opportunity. For over 119 years, Neighborhood House has been a lifeline to our neighbors. M reached out to Neighborhood House because she was facing eviction, in addition to other hardships. A domestic violence survivor, she was getting back to work and had 3 school age children that were not enrolled in …
Happy year of the snake! Washington is one of only a handful of states that recognize Lunar New Year as a state holiday. We live in a wonderfully diverse state that has made meaningful investments in early learning, innovative and cost-effective approaches to serving low income Medicaid consumers, and new and sustainable community facilities. Just …
Each year, my husband and I pick something new to do – in 2024, we watched 24 movies neither of us had seen, and in 2022, we ate 22 new fruits and vegetables. But in 2025, we’re doing something more altruistic – we’re each committing to volunteering 25 hours for organizations or causes aligned with …
“Disrupt systems that keep people in poverty.” This is the first goal of our newly minted 2025-2029 strategic plan – aligning almost perfectly with the new administration’s tenure. Voters sent a clear message by electing a disrupter to the White House, against the status quo. The system as it currently exists isn’t working for most …
Janice Deguchi, Executive Director The uncertainty many feel after the November 5th election can be stressful and unsettling. This moment may also bring fear and concern about the future. Yet, through it all, there is one constant that we at Neighborhood House hold firmly: our unwavering commitment to advocating for the marginalized communities we serve. …
Last week, I dropped off some homemade matsutake gohan (mushroom rice) and tsukemono (pickled cucumbers) to my 90-year-old uncle and spent time looking at old photographs. He’s the last of my mom’s 8 siblings, and he lives alone and independently. Me and my sister, brother, and cousins take turns checking in on him, bringing him …
Janice Deguchi, Executive Director In Springfield, OH, many Haitians are afraid to send their children to school or even go to church in the wake of a false anti-Haitian story. Here in Seattle, a new study by the Asian American Foundation found that nearly 2 in 5 AANHPI Seattle residents have been the victim of …
Janice Deguchi, Executive Director Neighborhood House joins Solid Ground, Asian Counseling and Referral Service, Casa Latina, Children’s Alliance, Jewish Family Service, Real Change, El Centro de la Raza, and hundreds of other organizations, businesses, and individuals in opposing Initiative I-2124. The initiative seeks to eliminate Washington’s long-term care insurance program WA CARES, affecting 3.9 million …
In December 2009, Muhammad Abdelmolal, his wife and four children, all under age 5, arrived in the United States after fleeing genocide in Sudan. Their path to safety led them to Chad before they eventually resettled in Seattle and began a transformative journey with Neighborhood House.“It was hard leaving my home behind and scary starting …
Last month, we lost a young man and former participant of our Burndale afterschool program to gun violence, on the eve of his 18th birthday. His sister describes Noah as… a big ball of bright energy that lit up every room he walked into. He was a huge leader and advocate for the kids in …
This month, I’m “passing the mic” to our board Vice President John Curry. John is an attorney with Adams and Duncan law firm and a lifelong Seattle resident. As a board member of Neighborhood House, I’m proud of our organization’s efforts in helping the community, from child development to housing assistance to aging and disability …
Access to good food and supportive relationships shouldn’t end when school is out. In King County, 100,000 low-income students have access to free meals during the school year, but less than 1 in 5 access free meals served during the summer. Neighborhood House’s Seola Gardens location in White Center, and our Burndale and Firwood Circle …
A couple of months ago, Neighborhood House supporter, Ami Nguyen, invited me and several friends to dim sum to introduce us to Susan Lieu, author of The Manicurist’s Daughter. The event was a fundraiser to provide copies of Susan’s book to young adults who could identify with her story. Susan shared with us why she …
May is Jewish American Heritage Month, a perfect time to explore the rich history of Neighborhood House. While many view Neighborhood House as a workplace, where we spend 40 hours a week in various departments and classrooms, it’s easy to lose sight of the broader purpose behind our work. It’s crucial to remember why Neighborhood House …
I am excited to share our updated Community Needs Assessment that provides important insights into our community and organizational strengths, needs, and opportunities. There are many bright spots; as well as much work to do. I am grateful to the clients, volunteers, and staff that gave their insights, collected, analyzed data, and edited multiple drafts. …
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