HOPELINK APPLICANT TRACKING SYSTEMS WORKSHOP

WHEN: Wednesday, March 28, 2018, 2 – 4pm

WHERE: Hopelink Kirkland/Northshore Center (11011 120th Ave NE, Kirkland, WA 98033)

WHAT: Hopelink Kirkland is hosting a workshop: Applicant Tracking Systems & Your Résumé. This workshop is open to the public.

The workshop covers:

• What an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) is and how it works
• How to format your résumé using keywords to stand out in the ATS
• How to use formatting & keywords to your advantage

QUESTIONS? Call 425.250.3032 or email rknuckey@hopelink.org.

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EDUCATION & HEALTH CARE GRANTS FOR WOMEN

WHEN: Applications accepted through Saturday, March 31, 2018

WHAT: Washington Women in Need (WWIN) is a nonprofit that provides education and health care grants to low-income women in Washington state in order to help them improve the lives of themselves, their families, and their communities. Awarded grantees will receive up to $5,000 over a one-year period, which can be used for tuition and required books at approved Washington State Colleges & Universities. The education grant eligibility guidelines have recently expanded to include more of Washington’s low-income women.

FOR MORE INFO: Visit the WWIN website to check eligibility criteria and to apply.

QUESTIONS? Email programs@wwin.org.

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FREE TAX PREP

WHEN: Now – April 19, 2018, Tuesdays, 5 – 9pm & Saturdays, 10am – 2pm

WHERE: Solid Ground, 1501 N 45th St, Seattle, WA 98103 (1st Floor, Cheryl Cobbs Murphy Meeting Room)

WHAT: United Way is offering free tax preparation for individuals making less than $66,000 per year. United Way can also assist with how to save a portion of your refund for savings purposes. They also help individuals access free financial coaching resources, healthcare, public benefits and ORCA LIFT alongside tax prep services. No appointment necessary. Last customer will be served 45 minutes before listed time. Please note: If filing with your spouse, both parties must be present.

What to bring (required):

• Photo ID
• Social Security Card/ITIN letters for everyone included in the return
• Tax Statements (W-2, 1099, SSA-1099 forms, etc.)
• Health Insurance Forms (1095-A, 1095-B, or 1095-C)

Additional documents recommended:

• Bank Account Number & Routing Number
• Copy of Last Year’s Tax Return

FOR MORE INFO: Visit United Way Free Tax Prep website or 2.1.1.

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YOUNG ADULT SUNDAY MEALS

WHEN: Every Sunday, 1 – 2pm

WHERE: University Family YMCA across from Walgreens (5003 12th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98105)

WHAT: Join us every Sunday at the University Family YMCA for our homeless outreach program. We open our doors for teens and youth experiencing homelessness in our community to enjoy a warm meal and take a warm shower between 1 – 2pm. Everyone is welcome. (The YMCA of Greater Seattle strengthens communities in King and South Snohomish counties through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.)

We offer:

⇒ Free meal ⇒ Free shower ⇒ Access to clothing & personal items ⇒ Resource connections

QUESTIONS? Contact 206.524.1400 or visit the University Family YMCA website.

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COURT INTERPRETER EXAM

WHEN: Saturday, April 14 & Sunday, April 15, 2018 (register by Friday, March 30)

WHERE: Shoreline Community College (16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133, Building 9000, PUB Dining Hall)

WHAT: Washington Courts is having written exams for individuals interested in becoming a court interpreter. The written exam is the first step in becoming a certified or registered court interpreter. Registration for the test is due by March 30, the test fee is $75.

FOR MORE INFO: Visit the Washington Courts website to register, make your test payment and view exam preparation materials.