“Meeting the moment with compassion, dedication, and a commitment to being there for our communities how-and-when they need us most. That’s what Companis does best.” Chris Langeler is serving as Interim Executive Director of Companis. Chris has worked closely...
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Strengthening Early Learning – Companis and the Snohomish County Early Learning Coalition
Mar 26, 2025
From left to right, Companis Worker Mary Hsu, ELC Manager Debbie Carlsen, and ChildStrive CEO Mary Cline-Stively. High-quality early learning opportunities shape the future of our children, yet access to affordable child care and strong advocacy for early educators...
Drawn to the cause: Eileen Otti’s Companis journey
Dec 21, 2024
Companis Worker Eileen Otti (right) and volunteer Marlene Lund (left), PFLAG volunteers, delivered intersex-inclusive Pride flags to Scriber Lake High School's Principal Mike Piper in October. (Photo courtesy PFLAG Seattle) By Jim Segaar, Companis Worker After...
Volunteer fair collaborations connect more neighbors with Companis
Dec 20, 2024
Companis Outreach Specialist Cynthia Hunter is on a roll. Cynthia (above right with fair participants) helped instigate, organize and participate in a variety of volunteer fairs during 2024. They focused on our newest service areas in Snohomish County. The most recent...
Making Matches Matters: Companis’ Record-Breaking Year of Impact
Dec 20, 2024
Faces of Companis : In 2024, Companis reached a record setting 111 active volunteer placements, representing a 50% increase from 2023. These volunteers are just a few of the many who serve our communities across King & Snohomish Counties. (Photos by Charissa...
Showcase-ing our milestone (30th!) anniversary fundraiser
Dec 19, 2024
We are so grateful to everyone who supported and showed up for our 30th anniversary fundraiser, Showcase 2024, at Town Hall Seattle on October 10th. With speakers and videos highlighting our three decades, we raised $219k of our $220k goal in gifts and pledges. Our...
Crafting joy, a Companis tradition
Dec 19, 2024
What happens when a master crafter brings their inspiring skills to our Companis Worker holiday party? The room overflows with people having fun and making connections. Patrick Green is a holiday tradition for our Companis community. The former longtime Companis...
Thank you to our Showcase sponsors!
Oct 3, 2024
We're so grateful for our Showcase 2024 sponsors. Their gracious support helps make our celebration possible. Register now for the October 10th Showcase event at Town Hall Seattle, a chance to celebrate "30 Years of Community Service." Presenting Sponsor The H. Norman...
Civil rights advocate and community activist Wally Webster awarded Companis’ highest honor
Oct 2, 2024
Wally Webster's lifelong advocacy for building healthier communities has focused on many things. Among them: civil and voting rights, important youth and family welfare policies, and the power of individuals to make a difference through volunteering. The Lynnwood...







