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Companis is launching its first-ever podcast, called People Powering Change. It’s all about the stories of volunteerism, issues affecting area nonprofits, and opportunities for listeners to serve.
Joy and fulfillment at Companis partner agency Queer Power Alliance in Seattle, with Taylor Farley, E.D. (left) and volunteer Viola Eldred, now in her third year of Companis service there. By Gary Davis, Executive Director Our nation has witnessed a steady decline in...
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...
When visual merchandiser Golden Davenport was diagnosed with a chronic illness, she realized that her physically demanding job was no longer a sustainable fit for her life. Seeking new ways to contribute and support her family, Golden turned to her community for...
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...
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...
by Jim Segaar, Companis Worker Amid the political noise and negativity cast at immigrants these days, you can find examples of individuals and organizations helping people make the difficult transition to life in a new country. In Snohomish County, the nonprofit House...
Companis volunteer Pam Russell has found a way to combine her love of water, her “happy place,” with her desire to give back. “Volunteering is a critical part of life,” she said. “It is just part of who I am.”
Of all the photos taken of Companis Workers from our archive, this one stands out (with credit going to Lupe Carlos). It exquisitely documents the compassion and caring of Karen Carlos as she works with a client at Hilltop, a senior residence in Seattle. In this moment, as seen in Karen’s expression, the heart of […]