9th Annual Walk to Prevent Homelessness

Wright Park

Help support the St Vincent de Paul Homelessness Prevention & Basic Needs Program. Be an advocate for our neighbors in need and those less fortunate in Pierce County.  Register as a Walk, Create a Team or Join a Conference. All are Welcome!    

Event Series Educator Financial Aid Training

Educator Financial Aid Training

Learn basic details of federal and state financial aid and important messaging educators and community providers can use to discuss financial aid with students and families. Specifically, this training will include: A basic overview and timeline of the financial aid process and application forms Important facts about FAFSA and WASFA Common financial aid terms Information […]

FAFSA & WASFA Filing Begins

Filing begins today for FAFSA/WASFA. The sooner students file, the better their chances for aid. Please visit your high school Career Center for more information

Tacoma High School Student Volunteer Fair

Peoples Community Center 1602 MLK Jr. Way, Tacoma, WA, United States

Tacoma Students and Community Partners, You are invited to attend the Tacoma High School Student Volunteer Fair on Oct 1 from 12-5 pm! This event will feature 501c3 non-profits and govt. agencies with volunteer opportunities in the Tacoma area suitable for high school students. Through engaging students in volunteer work, we help them develop professional […]

2nd Annual Empowerment Dinner Gala

BICENTENNIAL PAVILION AT HOTEL MURANO 1320 Broadway Plaza, Tacoma

Join the Tacoma Urban League for the 2nd annual Empowerment Dinner Gala recognizing some of the most influential young leaders as well as legacy leaders in the community. 

Bayanihan Filipino Youth Conference and Leadership Summit

Pierce College Fort Steilacoom Cascade Building - Performance Lounge 9401 Farwest Dr SW, Lakewood, WA, United States

Pierce College's ASPIRE team will be piloting it's first Filipino American Community Engagement event, which will engage 200+ students (7th-12th Grade) and parents/families through: ·        FilipinX Identity Exploration workshop & cultural activities ·        Multi-generational Community Dialogue around issues of Leadership, Identity & Education ·        Exposure to Filipino American Non-profits, Community-based organizations, & student clubs. ·        […]

Hilltop Artists Better Futures Luncheon

BICENTENNIAL PAVILION AT HOTEL MURANO 1320 Broadway Plaza, Tacoma

Hilltop Artist's Better Futures Luncheon is an opportunity for you to be a force for positive change. Bid on student-made centerpieces, hear directly from Hilltop students about the power of glass art and adult mentors, and learn how you can help connect  students to better futures. Check-In/Silent Auction at 10:30 am. Program at 11:30 am. […]

Exploring Structural Racism

Boys & Girls Club - Donald G Topping Regional HOPE Center 3875 S 66th St, Tacoma, WA, United States

A thorough understanding of structural racism can help all professionals provide effective services for youth and their families. In this session, instructors will explain structural racism, provide examples of and data on structural racism, and discuss implications for youth. The material can be emotionally challenging and they will provide what they hope will be a […]