Posts by AM Communications
Reflections on Project Homeless Connect
By Janet Runbeck, RN, MN An elderly man who is nearly blind was able to get help to have cataract surgery. A 50-ish man, who lost his job and then…
Read MoreHelp Yourself and the Community
Did you know that last year in Pierce County, more than 2,600 households had their taxes filed by the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program? Since the average U.S. household…
Read MoreWhen Gratitude Comes Hard
Tuesday, November 20th, was Associated Ministries’ Interfaith Celebration of Gratitude at First Christian Church in Tacoma. Among the many who joined with us in song, chant, ritual and perspectives from…
Read MoreRelease your inner philanthropist!
Anyone can be a philanthropist. The great majority of philanthropists aren’t famous or even very wealthy. They are generous individuals who contribute their time. They support causes. They donate to…
Read MoreStanding Together in Solidarity as “Us”
By Associated Ministries Executive Director, Mike Yoder The news of yet another mass shooting in an American house of worship caused a particular sense of horror and anger in many…
Read MoreThe Face at the Front Desk
Every day, when clients and guests come in to Associated Ministries (AM), our receptionist, Nina, welcomes them. This month we want to thank Nina for all the work she does…
Read MoreSave the date for Project Homeless Connect 2019
Associated Ministries is proud to carry on the legacy of Sound Outreach and provide resources and services for people experiencing homelessness under one roof. We are currently updating our website…
Read MoreShifting Priorities – Annual WA Low Income Housing Alliance Conference
The Washington Low Income Housing Alliance held its 26th annual state conference in Spokane at the Convention Center on May 10th and 11th. With approximately 700 hundred people in attendance…
Read MoreNew Homeless Coordinated Entry System in Pierce County
by Marcy Stahl, Program Manager On Friday, April 8, 150 community housing and healthcare providers attended a presentation about the launch of Coordinated Entry hosted by Pierce County Community Connections…
Read MorePointe East – Landlord Appreciation Award
In March of this year, Associated Ministries presented the Landlord Appreciation award to the staff at Pointe East Apartments in Fife. The staff at Pointe East was recognized for their effort to…
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