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New Initiatives and New Opportunities at May Community Meeting
The next Community Quarterly Meeting (CQM) will continue its long-standing tradition of informing our community of innovative solutions to address homelessness with several brand-new initiatives in Tacoma’s Hilltop neighborhood. Join…
Read MoreInterfaith Ramadan Iftar a Beautiful Evening
by Sandy Windley, AM Interfaith Engagement On Sunday, April 2nd, nearly 130 people of different faiths gathered together in community to celebrate the nightly iftar (breaking of the fast) during…
Read MoreAffordable-housing tax, micro-house village approved by Pierce County Council
Two of the most significant initiatives that will positively impact affordable housing and homelessness in Pierce County were both passed by the Pierce County Council on March 21. After a…
Read MoreMeet the AM Staff: Teona
For this month’s employee spotlight, we’ll be featuring Teona Kelley! Teona is our Coordinated Entry Specialist Team Lead. Teona joined the Associated Ministries’ (AM) family in 2012 after interning with…
Read MoreHome Sharing Program – Staff Marie Fallon Highlights this Amazing Program
Learn more about what AM’s Home Sharing is and how you can get involved. AM’s Marie Fallon, Home Sharing Specialist, talks about the impact this program can make in the…
Read MoreAM Employee Spotlight: Annika Fraga
2023 has brought many exciting new changes for AM, including new staff, interns, and volunteers! We are happy to welcome and introduce Annika Fraga, our Community Outreach Specialist for Community-Based…
Read MoreFebruary’s Community Quarterly Meeting to Solve Homelessness
Associated Ministries convenes Community Quarterly Meetings four times each year in partnership with other homeless and housing service providers working in Pierce County. Make plans now to join for our…
Read More2023 Welcomes New Board Members
AM’s Board rotation will see two members leaving the Board, but three new members joining. We are grateful for years of service from both Sarah Rumbaugh, outgoing Board President, and…
Read MoreDecember Religious Holidays and Observances
December is full of religious holidays and observances. Happy holidays to you, whatever it is you might celebrate! For a look at the observances for the entire year, check out…
Read MoreIt’s VITA Season! (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance)
It’s VITA Season!The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program provides free, tax preparation services to thousands of moderate and low-income Pierce County residents each year during the tax season. Support…
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