Current Resources & Opportunities
Resources available for people living on low incomes are constantly changing. Fortunately, you can stay on top of the latest news about new and upcoming opportunities by reading Resource Wire, posted weekly on Solid Ground’s Groundviews Blog and updated below.
New This Edition
Welcome to Resource Wire for March 26 – April 2, 2025!
Yesterday was an unusually beautiful March day for Seattle, but tonight – March 26 – will not a good night to be staying outside. With a chance of lightning, damaging hail, strong winds, and even – potentially – tornadoes in the forecast, the King County Regional Homelessness Authority is opening additional overnight shelters across the county. Read on to learn where to seek shelter, plus find free legal help, resource fairs, hiring events, and more!
SEVERE STORMS THIS EVENING
WHEN: Wednesday, March 26, at 4pm through Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 7am
WHAT: With severe weather in the forecast for tonight – including a chance of thunderstorms, lightning, damaging hail, strong winds and rain, and even a slight risk of tornadoes – the King County Regional Homeless Authority (KCRHA) is opening up additional overnight shelters across the county. As of Wednesday morning, KCRHA was still collecting information about shelters that would be open and expected to post it on its Severe Weather Response page by 3pm.
TO FIND SHELTER: Call the Severe Weather Shelter Navigation Hotline at 206.245.1026.
CENTRAL DISTRICT HEALTH & RESOURCE FAIR
WHEN: Saturday, April 12, 2025, 10:30am-2:30pm
WHERE: Northwest African American Museum, 2300 S Massachusetts St, Seattle, WA 98144
WHAT: Grab your family, neighbors, and friends and experience a day at the Northwest African American Museum dedicated to community health. The museum will be hosting a free community resource fair offering help with vaccines, health screenings, health insurance enrollment, transit passes, and more. For free mammograms and car seats, please call 1.800.756.5437 ahead of time to make an appointment. Attendees also take advantage of a free meal, free admission to the museum, free book readings, and a chance to shop a collection of Black businesses.
MORE INFO: Go to “Every Month is Black History Month,” A Community Health and Resource Fair.
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Happening This Week
YOUR RIGHTS WHEN BREAKING A LEASE
WHEN: Wednesday, March 26, 2025, 5-6:45pm
WHERE: Online. Register for link.
WHAT: Do you need to break your lease to escape a dangerous situation? In this workshop, we’ll go over three situations in which you may be able to break a lease without liability, including:
- You’ve experienced stalking, unlawful harassment, domestic violence, or sexual assault.
- You’ve been assaulted by another tenant, and the other tenant was arrested.
- Your landlord hasn’t responded to a serious repair issue in a reasonable amount of time.
- We’ll also discuss what to expect when breaking a lease in other circumstances.
A visiting attorney from the Tenant Law Center will also be on hand to help with answering questions. If you’re currently living in King County and being threatened with eviction, contact the Housing Justice Project for legal assistance at 206.267.7069 or hjpstaff@kcba.org.
TO REGISTER: Go to Rent Smart: Breaking a Lease on the King County Library website.
FREE TAX HELP
WHEN: Friday, March 28, 12-6pm
WHERE: Evergreen Goodwill King County – Job Training & Education Center, 700 Dearborn Pl S, Seattle, WA 98144
WHAT: Free tax preparation services offered by United Way of King County, including applications for the new Working Families Tax Credit.
Support available on a first come, first served basis. For additional ways to get free help with taxes, go to freetaxexperts.org.
MORE INFO: Download the EGNW Tax Help flyer.
MANAGING YOUR MONEY IN THE U.S.
WHEN: Classes start Sunday, March 30, 2025
WHERE: Tukwila Library, 14380 Tukwila International Blvd, Tukwila WA 98168 and Burien Library, 400 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA 98166
WHAT: The King County Library System is offering a free three-part workshop series about navigating the U.S. Financial system in English and Spanish at its Tukwila and Burien locations. This course is intended for people who are new to the U.S. and is focused on budgeting, banking, and credit.
MORE INFO: Search for “finance basics” on the King County Library System Calendar.
FREE OVERDOSE PREVENTION TRAINING
WHEN: Sunday, March 30, 2025, 2-4pm
WHERE: Lake City Library Branch, 12501 28th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98125
WHAT: The Seattle Public Library is hosting two upcoming overdose prevention workshops at its Lake City branch. The training will provide community members with the resources, knowledge, and training on how to identify and respond to a drug overdose. We’ll also discuss local overdose trends, other harm reduction & recovery resources, and give out naloxone to participants at no cost. Registration encouraged but not required.
MORE INFO: Got to the library event page for Lake City.
HELP WITH FAMILY LAW
WHEN: Monday, March 31, 9-11:30am
WHERE: Online or in person at Maleng Regional Justice Center Law Library, 401 4th Ave N, Kent, WA 98032.
WHAT: This free workshop is for anyone navigating common family law cases (Divorce, Parenting Plans, Modifications, Contempt) without an attorney. Topics covered include:
- Fee waivers
- Filing and e-filing
- Finalization, enforcement, appeals
- Initial paperwork
- Process service
- Scheduling hearings
- Temporary and emergency orders
MORE INFO: Download the Family Law Basics flyer for March 31, 2025 or email legalnav@ywcaworks.org.
TO REGISTER: Complete the form for either virtual or in-person attendance.
HEALTH & RESOURCE EVENTS
WHAT: A variety of organizations are holding events this week to help connect people with basic needs and services, including things like cell phones, bus passes, vaccines, health care screenings, employment resources, legal assistance, and more!
Kent resource fair
- When: Tuesday, April 1, 2025, 1-4pm
- Where: Kent Library, 212 2nd Ave N, Kent WA 98032
- What: Social service providers will be available to help connect you with resources such as healthcare, education, and more!
- More info: Go to Kent Library Resource Fair.
MORE OPPORTUNITIES: For additional events hosted at King County libraries, search for “Social Services Help” on the KCLS website.
JOB FAIRS & HIRING EVENTS
WHAT: A variety of employers are holding hiring events over the next week, with some making on-the-spot offers with no experience required.
VIP Hospitality hiring event
- When: Friday, March 28, 2025,10am-2pm
- Where: Airport University Classroom, SeaTac, WA 98158.
- Positions: Temporary access control agent / divestiture agent ($22/hr), temporary exit/divestiture supervisor ($25/hr).
- More info: Download the VIP Hospitality hiring event flyer for March 28, 2025.
Muckleshoot Bingo hiring event
- When: Wednesday, April 2, 2025, 10am-2pm
- Where: WorkSource Auburn, 2707 I St NE, Auburn, WA 98002
- Positions: Security Officer, VGD Attendant, and more.
- More info: Go to Muckleshoot Hiring Event at WorkSource Auburn April 2nd 10am-2pm.
Solid Ground Transportation hiring event
- When: Wednesday, April 2, 2025, 10am-3pm
- Where: Solid Ground Transportation, 8100 8th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98108
- Position: Bus operator ($23.56/hr)
- More info: Go to Bus Operator.
MORE INFO: To find additional job openings and events, go to WorkSource Workshops & Hiring Events or Port Jobs Hiring Events.
FREE MEDICAL CARE FOR PEOPLE EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS
WHEN: Various times and locations listed below
WHAT: King County’s Mobile Medical Program provides walk-in care for people who are living homeless (or were recently homeless) only. Please try to arrive at least one hour before the scheduled end time for the clinic. On rare occasions the clinic will close earlier than the scheduled time. Call the Mobile Van nursing lines if you would like to confirm the clinic end time for a particular day.
Please note: Sites and available services are subject to change. Please check King County’s Mobile Medical Care webpage for the latest information, including upcoming dates in September.
Upcoming dates:
- Thursday, March 27, 2025, 10am-2pm, Seattle Central Library, 1000 4th Ave, Seattle
- Friday, March 28, 2025, 10am-2pm, Rainier Valley Food Bank at Paradise Baptist Church, 4353 S Henderson St, Seattle, WA 98164
MORE INFO: Go to King County Mobile Medical Care.
FREE & LOW-COST VETERINARY CARE
WHEN: Various dates and times. See below.
WHAT: Seattle Veterinary Outreach, Washington Health Outreach, and Doney Coe Pet Clinic provide veterinary care for free or at a reduced cost to the pets of people experiencing homelessness and or living on low incomes.
Veterinary care is provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Pet owners are encouraged to arrive early to secure a place in line.
Services are reserved for those experiencing homelessness or living with a low income, which is verified at clinics. Pet owners should bring their SNAP, EBT, WIC, SSI, or TANF cards. Alternatively, a letter confirming that the pet owner is living in subsidized housing or receiving housing vouchers is also acceptable.
Upcoming dates:
- Thursday, March 27, 2025, 9:30am-2:30pm, Doney Coe Services, 1101 Airport Way S, Seattle, WA 98321
- Friday, March 28, 2025, 10am-2pm, El Centro de la Raza, 2524 16th Ave S, Seattle (Seattle Veterinary Outreach)
- Tuesday, April 22, 2025, 11am, Real Change News, 96 S Main St, Seattle, WA 98104 (Washington Health Outreach)
- Wednesday, April 2, 2025, 9:30am-2:30pm, Doney Coe Services, 1101 Airport Way S, Seattle, WA 98321
MORE INFO: Visit Seattle Veterinary Outreach Clinic Calendar, Washington Health Outreach Schedule and Services, or Doney Coe Services.
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Upcoming Resources
~UPCOMING COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITIES & RESOURCES~
FREE & LOW-COST SEATTLE PARKS EVENTS
WHEN: April-June 2025
WHAT: Seattle Parks & Recreation has put together a list of free and low-cost events at community centers across the city this spring and summer. Offerings range from a Mother’s Day clothing swap at Garfield Community Center to a painting and ice cream night at Rainier Beach Community Center.
MORE INFO: Go to Family Fun Activities Happening Spring 2025.
KNOW YOUR IMMIGRATION RIGHTS
WHEN: Tuesday, April 8, 2025, 9-11am
WHERE: Online
WHAT: Join the Northwest Immigrants Right Project and the Seattle/King County Coalition on Homelessness for a training on what to do if Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE) comes to your home or workplace. This training will cover:
- Basic Overview of the Immigration System
- What we know about the new Administration’s policies
- Know Your Rights
- Safety Planning
- Referrals and Questions
Make sure to register even if you can’t attend – we will share a recording after the training.
TO REGISTER: Go to 2025 NW Immigrants Right Project – ICE Training.
QUESTIONS? Call 206.204.8350.
FREE LEGAL HELP
WHEN: Wednesday, April 9, 2024, 4-8pm (intake 4-6pm)
WHERE: El Centro de la Raza, Historic Building, Top Floor, 2524 16th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98144
WHAT: Volunteer attorneys from the Latina/o Bar Association of Washington (LBAW) and the community, along with volunteer interpreters, provide free 30-minute consultations on topics such as immigration, personal injury, worker’s rights, family law, and more. Availability depends on attorney expertise at each clinic.
Space is limited. Consultations are first-come, first-served in-person, and there’s no guarantee of being seen due to high demand and specific legal matters.
QUESTIONS? Call 844.502.9832.
MORE INFO: Go to Free Bilingual Legal Clinic.
FREE TAX HELP
WHEN: Tax returns due Tuesday, April 15, 2025
WHAT: If you make less than $80,000 a year (or less than $96,000 for non-single filers), the United Way of King County is available to do your taxes for FREE so you can get back more of your hard-earned money. Volunteers help you understand your tax situation, plus take advantage of credits like the Earned Income Credit, Child Tax Credit, and the Working Families Tax Credit to maximize your refund.
There are three ways to get FREE tax help:
- In-Person Assistance: Check out the tax site map below to find a tax site that’s most convenient for you. All tax sites are first come, first serve. No appointments necessary!
- Virtual Tax Assistance: Interested in filing your taxes virtually but don’t feel comfortable doing it on your own? We’re happy to help!
- File Your Own Taxes For Free: Feeling good about filing your own taxes but want to do it for free, without any hidden fees? We’ve got you.
MORE INFO: Go to Get Free Tax Help.
FREE MEDICAL, DENTAL, & VISION CARE
WHEN: April 24 – 27, 2025
WHAT: The Seattle Center will host its annual four-day FREE Seattle/King County Clinic on April 24-27 this year, offering medical, dental, and vision care for anyone who needs it – no insurance, ID, or proof of residency required. Available services include:
- Dental: Treatment for pain or discomfort, known or suspected cavities, swollen gums, and broken teeth.
- Vision: Vision screening, complete eye exams, prescription eyeglasses.
- Medical: Primary care, x-rays, mammograms, ultrasounds, select lab tests, immunizations, foot care, dermatology, physical and occupational (hand, wrist, elbow) therapy, acupuncture, nutrition, behavioral health, and more.
MORE INFO: Download the 2025 Seattle/King County Clinic flyer. If you need immediate care, do not wait for the clinic. Free and affordable healthcare resources are available throughout King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties.
FEDERAL STUDENT AID APPLICATIONS NOW ACCEPTED
WHEN: Applications due June 30, 2025
WHAT: The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now open for all students and families applying for the 2025–2026 school year. While the final FAFSA deadline isn’t until June 30, 2025, students should apply as early as possible because some kinds of financial support are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Completing the FAFSA takes about an hour.
MORE INFO: Go to Filling Out the FAFSA Form or check out resources available through the Washington Student Achievement Council.
RENT SMART/¡INQUILINOS INTELIGENTES!
WHEN: English sessions are held several times a month, various days and times. Spanish sessions are held monthly on Thursdays, 5:30-6:45pm.
WHERE: Zoom
WHAT: Virtual Renters’ Rights Webinar Series presented by Solid Ground Tenant Counselors, with Tenant Law Center attorneys available to help answer questions.
Rent Smart Webinars in English
- W, 3/26/25, 5-6:45pm: Breaking a Lease
- Tu, 4/1/25: What to Do When You Can’t Pay Your Rent
- W, 4/9/25: Fees & Deposits
- W, 4/23/25: Repair Issues & Landlord Duties
- Tu, 5/6/25: Evictions & Terminations
- W, 5/14/25: Mold & Your Tenant Rights
- W, 5/28/25: Part 1 – What to Look for as a Senior Renter
- Tu, 6/3/25: Breaking Your Lease
- W, 6/11/25: Part 2 – What to Look for as a Senior Renter
- W, 6/25/25: Evictions & Terminations
See All Upcoming Tenant Webinars
NEED MORE HELP?
- King County residents being threatened with eviction can contact the Housing Justice Project for legal assistance at 253.234.4204 or hjpstaff@kcba.org.
- Washington State residents can visit Solid Ground’s For Tenants website for self-help information, or call Solid Ground’s Tenant Services Voice Message Line, 206.694.6767 | TTY: 7.1.1, currently open for messages Mondays and Thursdays, 10:30am – 1:30pm (hours and days are subject to change).
- Rent Smart is offered in partnership with Solid Ground’s Tenant Services, the King County Library System (KCLS), and Seattle Public Library (SPL).
¿NECESITA MÁS AYUDA?
- Si actualmente vive en el Condado de King y está siendo amenazado con el desalojo, comuníquese con el Proyecto de Justicia de Vivienda para obtener asistencia legal 253.234.4204 o hjpstaff@kcba.org.
- Los Residentes del Estado de Washington pueden visitar el sitio web Para Inquilinos de Solid Ground para obtener información de autoayuda, o llamar a la línea mensajes de voz de servicios para Inquilinos de Solid Ground, 206.694.6767 | TTY: 7.1.1, cual es abierta los lunes o jueves de 10:30 a.m. a 1:30 p.m. (las horas y los días están sujetos a cambios).
- ¡Inquilinos Inteligentes! se ofrece en asociación con los Servicios para Inquilinos de Solid Ground y La Sistema Biblioteca del Condado de King.
Ongoing Community Resources
When you need help, it can be difficult to know where to start. That’s why we put together these lists of ongoing community resources in King County for help with things like housing, food, childcare, transportation, employment, and more. Click on the topics below to see what’s available in each area.
General Resources
KING COUNTY 2.1.1
WHEN: Monday-Friday, 8am-6pm (chat hours 10am-4pm)
WHAT: 2.1.1 is the best way to connect with a range of social services and resources available in King County, including help with housing, food, utilities, health care, and transportation.
CONTACT: Call 2.1.1 or 800.621.4636, text your zip code to 898.211, email kc211@incontactemail.com, or go to 2.1.1 Community Resources Online to search a database of services.
WASHINGTON CONNECTION
WHAT: Washington Connection offers a fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for a variety of state services and benefits, including food, cash, child care, long-term care, and Medicare savings programs.
MORE INFO: Go to See If I Qualify to find out which programs you may be eligible for.
CONTACT: Email waconnectioncomments@dshs.wa.gov.
AFFORDABLE SEATTLE
WHAT: Affordable Seattle is an online resource to help you find benefits you may be eligible for in the City of Seattle. In just five minutes, find out how much you could save on child care, food, transportation, and utilities.
MORE INFO: Go to Affordable Seattle.
REDUCED COST SERVICES GUIDE
WHAT: Produced by the Washington State Department of Social & Health Services, the Reduced Cost Services Guide is a collection of discounted services for people with low incomes, including internet, telephones, utilities, transportation, health care, financial institutions, and children’s activities.
QUESTIONS? Contact Brice Montgomery at montgba@dshs.wa.gov.
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