Written by Annika Fraga, Outreach and Host Home Specialist Last Friday, I attended the Housing and Homelessness Advocacy Day, or “HHAD,” along with Associated Ministry staff and board members at our state capitol. This annual demonstration, organized by the Washington Low Income Housing Alliance, brings hundreds of advocates from all over the state to highlight […]
Coldest Night of the Year Walk a Success!
Late last month we held the first ever Coldest Night of the Year fundraising walk. We are so proud of the more than 100 community members who braved the weather to help raise funds and awareness for our neighbors experiencing homelessness across Pierce County! Thank you to not only our wonderful community for supporting this […]
Associated Ministries Announces Three New Board of Directors
Associated Ministries is proud to announce our three new Board members in 2025: President: Carolyn ReadVice President: Ahlmahz NegashPast President: Diane PowersBoard Treasurer: Candy WatkinsSecretary: Craig Huish Full Board Membership:Board Members (Terms expiring in December 2025)Gary Gessel – The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, TacomaRabbi Keren Gorban – Temple Beth El, TacomaCraig Huish – […]
Hundreds to Walk in Solidarity with the Unhoused in Tacoma
TACOMA – More than one hundred people will be walking in Tacoma on Saturday evening, Feb. 22, stepping outside the warmth and comfort of their homes to shine a light of compassion on behalf of those who are unhoused in Pierce County. “Coldest Night of the Year” is an international event held annually since 2011 in […]
Come walk with us for the Coldest Night of the Year
Are you looking for a way to make a difference in your community while also attending a family friendly event? Have a work team, book club that wants to get together, have fun AND make a difference? Join the newest fun event to help our neighbors experiencing homelessness! Create a team, come walk with us […]
December Welcomes Celebrations of Many Faith Traditions
December is a busy month, full of religious and spiritual celebrations, from many different faith traditions. The “Happy Holidays” greeting often used is inclusive, creating a welcoming space for people of all traditions who may be celebrating in the month of December. Check out 2024 dates: The post December Welcomes Celebrations of Many Faith Traditions appeared first […]
Meet Associated Ministries’ Aaliyah Freeman
Aaliyah is Associated Ministries‘ Shared Housing Marketing Specialist for the Youth Host Homes and Adult Home Share programs. She works to find secure housing solutions for young adults across Pierce County. With years of work in Media and Marketing, Aaliyah is also passionate about advocating for what our community needs in ways that reach the […]
Faith Over Division national tour coming to Tacoma on Sept. 15
Faith can be a powerful response to division, and people of faith across the country are coming together to put their moral and spiritual resources to bear against toxic polarization. Their desire is to find hope and a shared future. To that end, local organizers are excited to welcome the “Faith Over Division” national tour […]
Project Homeless Connect resource fair in Tacoma September 12
Hundreds of people experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless will be connected to crucial services at a “resource fair” on Thursday, September 12, 2024, in Tacoma. Project Homeless Connect (PHC) will operate between 11:00 am and 3:00 pm at First Christian Church, 602 N Orchard St, Tacoma, WA 98406. Resources available at the […]