It’s getting hot out there! For many of us it’s easy to find a cool place, whether work or home, that has air conditioning. Or go to a restaurant, drive in an air conditioned car, go to the mall, etc. People experiencing homelessness do not have those luxuries. In fact, their very survival is at stake. … Read More
by Mike Yoder, Executive Director, Associated Ministries Our hearts are grieved by recent court decisions and administration policies that foster “other-ness.” We believe we are all called to love our neighbor, to “do unto others as we would do for ourselves,” so we are encouraged when we see Pierce County’s communities of faith come together … Read More
For nearly 50 years Associated Ministries has united people in service to vulnerable populations, in both big and small ways. This summer we have a few new and fun ways people can help support us in our work to serve those in need. Car Wash We are offering, through a partnership with Puget Sound Car … Read More
by Valorie Crout, AM’s Chief Program Officer It is widely understood that Pierce County’s homeless crisis system is under stress. There are not enough resources in our community or capacity within the current system to meet the needs of the growing number of households experiencing homelessness. In the midst of ongoing efforts to effectively manage … Read More
Paint Tacoma-Pierce Beautiful is about to embark on its 34th summer of painting houses for low-income homeowners and we need you! Our goal is to paint 27 houses in Tacoma this year, helping people in need in our community through the generosity of volunteers and sponsors. Volunteers come from all walks of life: workplace, families, … Read More
We are much stronger when we work together! Homelessness is a crisis in our community; we need each other in order to effectively address this urgent issue. Please join us for Associated Ministries’ next Community Quarterly Meeting (CQM) on homelessness. This is a free event but registration is requested: When: Thursday, June 21st from 5-7 … Read More
