Act Six Application Is Open! ✍️

Act Six provides full-need, full-tuition scholarships, and leadership training for emerging urban and community leaders who want to use their college education to make a difference on campus and in their communities at home. There is no fee for Act Six, and with your completed Common App you can also apply to your choice of more than 1,000 colleges […]

Stand for Our Sound Awards Nomination

Communities For a Healthy Bay proudly celebrates those who have passionately devoted their efforts towards the well-being of our community and Bay. We invite nominations of outstanding candidates from all corners of the South Sound and from diverse industry sectors – be it from schools, government, nonprofits, technology, academia, or research. We’re seeking individuals, groups, […]

Tacoma Urban League’s 2023 Empowerment Awards

BICENTENNIAL PAVILION AT HOTEL MURANO 1320 Broadway Plaza, Tacoma

The Tacoma Urban League is excited to present our 2023 Empowerment Awards Dinner which will be held at the Hotel Murano Bicentennial Pavilion on Friday, October 20, 2023 at 6 PM.  We invite you to support your community and join us at this important celebration as we recognize of some of our most influential community […]

State of Public Education: Investing in Tomorrow’s Possibilities

McGavick Convention Center 4500 Steilacoom Blvd SW, Lakewood, WA, United States

This year’s  State of Public Education event calls for equitable investments into the building blocks of possibility for every student. Join us for solutions-oriented conversations centered on the key inputs and funding required to uplift historically underserved students. Hear from diverse education leaders on strategies for advancing equity Gain understanding of funding disparities between districts […]

2023 Bridge Conference: Forging Brighter Futures

Greater Tacoma Convention Center 1500 commerce st, tacoma, United States

SOWA’s annual Bridge Conference brings together school-age care providers, youth development professionals, leaders, community organizers, funders, and policymakers from across the country. Attendees hear from thought-provoking presenters and learn new strategies to build strong programs and equitable systems for young people, in and out of school. Reflected in all aspects of the Bridge Conference are the […]

2023 Bridge Conference: Forging Brighter Futures

Greater Tacoma Convention Center 1500 commerce st, tacoma, United States

SOWA’s annual Bridge Conference brings together school-age care providers, youth development professionals, leaders, community organizers, funders, and policymakers from across the country. Attendees hear from thought-provoking presenters and learn new strategies to build strong programs and equitable systems for young people, in and out of school. Reflected in all aspects of the Bridge Conference are the […]