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March 18, 2026

Trust is the First Ingredient: Dr. Rupin Thakkar on how WithinReach bridges the gap to food access 

If you believed applying for food assistance could trigger a deportation order—even if you are here legally—who would you let go hungry: your children, or yourself?
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April 7, 2026

Meet Kay Knox Fellowship Recipient Marle Ethelbah 

We are thrilled to announce the second recipient of the Kay Knox Fellowship at the University of Washington Evans School of Public Policy & Governance. Marle Ethelbah is an incoming first-year Master of Public Administration student whose passion for service, community, and public policy reflects the spirit of the fellowship. 
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06/05/2026 12:00 pm 06/05/2026 1:00 pm

Improving Access to Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML) for All Families

This webinar will spotlight Washington’s Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) implementation experience.
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05/21/2026 12:00 pm 05/21/2026 1:00 pm

Help Me Grow System Building: Understanding Infrastructure Costs

Learn how Washington developed an accessible, data‑driven cost model to support early childhood systems planning and sustainability.
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04/24/2026 12:00 pm 04/24/2026 1:00 pm

Plan of Safe Care: Transforming Perinatal Substance Use Response Through Community Collaboration

Participants will hear a brief overview from HMG National, followed by Washington’s innovative approach to developing a community-based Plan of Safe Care referral pathway for families experiencing perinatal substance use and infants with prenatal substance exposure.
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March 18, 2026

Trust is the First Ingredient: Dr. Rupin Thakkar on how WithinReach bridges the gap to food access 

If you believed applying for food assistance could trigger a deportation order—even if you are here legally—who would you let go hungry: your children, or yourself?
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February 9, 2026

Why We Updated Our Mission 

At WithinReach, our work has always been grounded in the knowledge that families thrive when they are supported early, holistically, and with dignity.
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February 3, 2026

Why the Washington State Immunization Summit Matters as Federal Changes Reshape the National Landscape 

The Washington State Immunization Summit comes at a critical time for the field. Providers, public health professionals, policymakers, and partners need shared language, consistent messaging, and clarity amid rapid national change.  
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January 30, 2026

Safety, Dignity, and the Rights of Families

WithinReach works every day to ensure families can access care, connection, and community-based support. When people are made to feel afraid and unsafe simply for existing, for seeking help, or for belonging to a targeted group this work becomes impossible.  
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January 20, 2026

Welcome Dawn Reyes to the WithinReach Board of Directors 

We’re excited to welcome Dawn Reyes to the Board of Directors at WithinReach!
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January 14, 2026

Washington’s Kids Need Us: A Call to Action for the 2026 Legislative Session

As the Washington State Legislature convenes this January, families across our state are counting on lawmakers to make decisions that protect their health, stability, and future. Recent data from the KIDS COUNT® report shows Washington has fallen to 16th in the nation for overall child well-being, with troubling declines in education, health, and economic security. These numbers tell a clear story: we must act now to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive. 
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December 8, 2025

10 Insights from Washington’s Vaccines-During-Pregnancy Study

From January to June 2025, WithinReach and the Kaiser Permanente Washington Health Research Institute led a Vax Northwest project to better understand how vaccines recommended during pregnancy are discussed, offered, and received.
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November 20, 2025

When Systems Talk, Families Benefit 

Help Me Grow Washington and Child Care Aware of Washington created a bi-directional referral partnership — a powerful bridge between two statewide systems families trust. 
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November 10, 2025

Nourishing Our Community: What We Learned at Ballard Food Bank 

Food insecurity is a painful reality for too many families, and as vital safety net programs are cut and benefits shrink, the challenges grow exponentially. Every day more families are turning to local food banks for support—but these essential community hubs are stretched thin, facing immense pressure from all sides. 
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October 31, 2025

Packed with Love: Supporting Families from the Start

Our team recently gathered for an afternoon of shared purpose and community, assembling 100 essential newborn backpacks. Each backpack was carefully stocked with vital supplies—including diapers, wipes, a swaddle blanket, and a onesie—plus a gift card for groceries and a handwritten note of encouragement. These efforts provide immediate, hands-on support for families welcoming a new baby.
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2026 Washington State Immunization Summit

WithinReach, in collaboration with the Washington State Department of Health, is excited to host the 2026 Washington State Immunization Summit on Thursday, March 19. This full-day event will bring together public health professionals, healthcare providers, community leaders, and advocates to advance immunization efforts across Washington State.
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September 30, 2025

Welcome Gwen Heimburg to Our Board

We are delighted to welcome Gwen Heimburg to the WithinReach Board of Directors!
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September 22, 2025

WithinReach Welcomes Three Inspiring New Board Members 

This September, WithinReach is thrilled to welcome three exceptional leaders to our Board of Directors. Each brings a unique blend of professional expertise, community commitment, and personal passion for our mission to build healthy, equitable communities across Washington. We are honored to have them join us and excited for the impact they will make.
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10/29/2025 12:00 pm

Impact Report Lunch and Learn 2025

Join us on Wednesday, October 29 at 12:00 PM (PT) for a special Lunch and Learn webinar designed for supporters of healthy families in Washington State. Led by Sharon Silver, this session will highlight key achievements from our Annual Impact Report and preview upcoming projects that continue advancing health equity across our communities. Discover how your support is making a lasting difference—and what’s next for WithinReach.
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August 29, 2025

Connected Care: Help Me Grow and Child Care Aware Join Forces for Washington Families 

Child care isn’t just about covering work hours—it’s about trust, connection, and giving every child the chance to be seen, supported, and celebrated. That’s why our new partnership with Child Care Aware of Washington matters. Together, we’re making sure families don’t just get redirected—they get connected to the resources that strengthen their whole family’s wellbeing.
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August 22, 2025

Happy Tails: When Listening Leads to Hope 

For many families, dogs are more than pets—they’re comfort, companions, and part of the family. When Sarah came to WithinReach, her two dogs, Sparks and Scout, were at the center of her journey.
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08/27/2025 10:00 am 08/27/2025 11:30 am

Register now for our upcoming virtual Basic Food Education Forum on August 27th, 2025!
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August 15, 2025

A Clear Message and a Helping Hand: How We Support Healthy Pregnancies and Healthy Families with COVID-19 Vaccines 

At WithinReach, we understand that families need more than just information; they need a trusted place to turn for help.
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July 31, 2025

The Immunization Action Coalition of Washington: Protecting Washington, One Vaccine at a Time 

We’re proud to serve as the backbone organization for the Immunization Action Coalition of Washington (IACW), a powerful statewide coalition that has worked for the last 30 years to improve the health of Washington families by promoting equitable access to immunizations.
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July 21, 2025

Our CEO Sharon Silver’s Statement on the Big Beautiful Bill

At WithinReach, we work every day to ensure that families across Washington can access the support they need. That’s why we are deeply concerned about the widespread and harmful impact of the Big Beautiful Bill (BBB), which includes significant cuts to both SNAP and Medicaid.
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June 24, 2025

Apple Health (Medicaid) Made Simple: Because Healthcare Should Always Be Within Reach 

At WithinReach, we connect people across Washington to Apple Health (Medicaid) every day. Whether it’s a parent navigating a new diagnosis, a pregnant person seeking care, or someone facing job loss—we’re here to help them find and apply for the coverage they need.
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May 8, 2025

At WithinReach, we’re not just answering the call—we’re asking the right questions.

Starting May 9, families who contact our hotlines won’t just receive answers to their immediate questions—they’ll also be asked a simple, but powerful new check-in: “Would you like to learn more about immunization resources?” 
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May 7, 2025

We Are Family Day: Celebrating Caregivers and Connection with the Mariners 

On Sunday, April 27, 2025, the Seattle Mariners hosted their annual We Are Family Day at T-Mobile Park—a celebration honoring foster, kinship, and adoptive families across Washington state.
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05/07/2025 10:00 am 05/07/2025 12:00 pm

Basic Food Education Forum (BFEF) – May 2025

Register now for our upcoming virtual Basic Food Education Forum on May 7, 2025!
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April 25, 2025

WithinReach: Leading the Way in Family Health and Immunization Access 

Every parent wants to keep their child healthy, but navigating healthcare and immunizations can be overwhelming. That’s where WithinReach steps in—providing immediate support to families while strategically shaping the systems that serve them. 
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April 21, 2025

Building Healthy Communities: The Critical Role of Immunization Access 

The resurgence of measles, a highly contagious and potentially serious disease, underscores the importance of strong community immunity.
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March 13, 2025

Food Banks Navigate Uncertainty Amid Federal Funding Challenges 

Across the country, food banks are facing a landscape of uncertainty as federal funding for hunger relief programs remains in flux.
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03/14/2025 10:00 am 03/14/2025 11:30 am

Washington Coalition on Medicaid Outreach (WCOMO) – March 2025

Register now for our upcoming virtual Washington Coalition on Medicaid Outreach meeting on March 14, 2025!
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March 10, 2025

Ensuring Access to WIC Benefits for Immigrant and Mixed-Status Families 

With the return of the Trump administration, uncertainty around immigration policies has once again heightened concerns for many families. Now more than ever, access to reliable information is critical for those seeking essential services.
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March 4, 2025

Building Stronger Communities Through Seattle Fitness Week: Join the Action! 

Seattle Strength & Performance shares WithinReach’s commitment to building a healthier, stronger Washington.
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February 12, 2025

Beyond the Headlines: How Communities Are Stepping Up for Parents 

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by headlines about funding freezes, strained social services, and growing disparities in healthcare and child welfare. But beyond the policy shifts and systemic challenges, another story is unfolding—one of communities coming together to support parents in ways that are both innovative and deeply rooted in connection.
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02/05/2025 10:00 am 02/05/2025 12:00 pm

Basic Food Education Forum (BFEF) – February 2025

Register now for our upcoming virtual Basic Food Education Forum on February 5, 2025!
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02/24/2025 12:00 pm 02/28/2025 1:00 pm

2025 Learning Series

Parenting is challenging even in the best circumstances, but for many families, financial strain, health concerns, and social isolation can make it overwhelming. By addressing issues like systemic inequities and fostering resilience in the face of stress and trauma, WithinReach’s 2025 Learning Series will equip providers with tools to support families and deepen their understanding of these experiences.
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09/13/2024 10:00 am 09/13/2024 12:00 pm

Washington Coalition on Medicaid Outreach (WCOMO) – December 2024

Register now for our upcoming virtual Washington Coalition on Medicaid Outreach meeting on December 13, 2024!
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December 6, 2024

A Pediatrician’s Perspective on Partnership

Our ongoing partnership with the Washington Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (WCAAP) is dedicated to increasing awareness among pediatricians about the many ways Help Me Grow Washington supports healthcare providers and the families they serve.
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December 6, 2024

Celebrating Our First Corporate Partnership Event: Microsoft and WithinReach Join Forces to Support Families in Need 

WithinReach partnered with Microsoft to assemble 50 baby bags with essentials for new parents facing challenges. Distributed in Skagit and Snohomish counties, these bags offer practical support and a sense of community, symbolizing hope. This partnership marks a foundation for future collaborations to strengthen Washington families in need.
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December 6, 2024

Celebrating 30 Years of Immunization Leadership: The Immunization Action Coalition of Washington (IACW)

The Immunization Action Coalition of Washington (IACW), led by WithinReach, celebrates 30 years of advancing public health through partnerships and high vaccination rates. Key efforts include combating misinformation, fostering equitable vaccine access, and supporting healthcare providers, with a renewed focus on expanding resources for COVID-19, flu, and RSV vaccinations.
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November 18, 2024

Shaping Tomorrow’s Leaders: Guita Taheri’s Impact and Vision

We are excited to announce Guita Taheri as the first recipient of the Kay Knox Fellowship at the University of Washington’s Evans School of Public Policy & Governance. Inspired by her father’s experience receiving nonprofit support after escaping the Iranian Revolution, Guita is passionate about creating programs that help underserved communities thrive.
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November 12, 2024

In Her Own Words: Sharon Silver’s First Year as CEO

In her reflections on her first year as CEO of WithinReach, Sharon Silver shares key insights into the organization’s growth and commitment to equity, prevention, and leadership development. She highlights the importance of centering families and amplifying lived experience in shaping systemic reform, particularly through initiatives like the Plan of Safe Care and Targeted Universalism.
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October 29, 2024

WA Voters Demand Action on Child Care Crisis: Top Priority for 2024 Elections

As Washington grapples with a growing child care crisis, voters are demanding action. With soaring costs and limited access to care, families are struggling, and the need for bold, immediate investment has never been clearer. Recent polling shows a strong majority of Washington voters support significant reforms to make child care more affordable and accessible.
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October 15, 2024

Parenting in Times of Crisis: Supporting Families for a Healthy Future 

According to the U.S. Surgeon General’s office, parents are under unprecedented pressure. Many parents report experiencing significant stress compared to other adults, often struggling with time demands, financial instability, and the health and safety of their children.
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October 7, 2024

Wellpoint’s Continued Commitment to Advancing Health Equity

For over 30 years, Wellpoint (formerly Amerigroup) has been a leading provider of low-cost health insurance and a trusted partner in exploring the social and behavioral factors that create healthier futures for our community’s most vulnerable members. Wellpoint’s support of our work over the years has connected countless Washingtonians to care in times of need.
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September 16, 2024

Regional Forum on Child Welfare Transformation: Supporting Families During Pregnancy and Early Childhood 

The intersection between child welfare and child well-being was brought into sharp focus at the Regional Forum on Child Welfare Transformation: Supporting Families During Pregnancy and Early Childhood we attended in Tacoma, WA in early September 2024.
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September 5, 2024

HealthierHere Hosts Kickoff Celebration for Hub Case Management Partners 

On August 29, HealthierHere hosted a kickoff celebration for all 17 Hub Case Management Partners, including WithinReach. The Hub matches individuals and families in King County with community health workers who help them find resources, navigate systems, and champion their needs.
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September 3, 2024

Social Emotional Development’s Vital Role in Kindergarten Readiness  

Recent surveys show that teachers are prioritizing social emotional learning above academics when determining how ready children are for school. And it’s not just teachers. These skills will continue to be assessed when our kids go off to find jobs.
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September 3, 2024

The Importance of Vaccinations for Preschool and Kindergarten Children: Ensuring a Healthy Start to School

With the new school year here, families across Washington are busy preparing their children for a successful academic journey. Amid these preparations, ensuring that children are up to date on their vaccinations is especially important.
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August 15, 2024

WithinReach Staffer Invited to White House for Child Welfare Convening 

On July 30, the White House hosted a convening on Child Welfare Transformation. The Biden administration invited a broad coalition of key stakeholders and policymakers, including Lark Kesterke, WithinReach employee and Director of the Help Me Grow Washington Network, to discuss and offer wisdom at the event.
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August 14, 2024

2023 HMG Impact Report Released

Read the latest from HMG WA in our 2023 Impact Report.
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08/14/2024 10:00 am 08/14/2024 11:30 am

Basic Food Education Forum (BFEF) – August 2024

Register now for our upcoming virtual Basic Food Education Forum on August 14, 2024!
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July 25, 2024

First Center of Excellence for Perinatal Substance Use Certification Recipients 

This June, the Washington State Department of Health (DOH), Washington State Hospital Association (WSHA), and the Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) announced the first Center of Excellence for Perinatal Substance Use certification recipients. WithinReach is honored to play a key role in the criteria for this certification and proud of our ongoing partnerships with all three recipients.
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July 10, 2024

Creating New Pathways for Underserved Families With Coordinated Care

As a leader in providing free and low-cost health insurance coverage to more than 300,000 Medicaid, foster care, Medicare and Marketplace members across Washington, Coordinated Care is also a trusted ally in creating solutions and investing in initiatives that address inequities in food security, education, housing and essential daily needs that impact families’ health and wellbeing.
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June 28, 2024

DOH’s New Perinatal Dashboard Offers Insights Into Pregnancy, Birth & Parenting in Washington State

The new dashboard complements existing resources, which WithinReach helps families connect to every day, including Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Nutrition Program and Watch Me Grow Washington, which provides health and safety information to parents and caregivers of children aged 0 to 6. 
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June 4, 2024

Reflections and Resources from the 2024 Learning Series

These thought-provoking conversations challenging our biases and celebrating the strengths of those overcoming systemic barriers offered hope and actionable steps toward healthier futures.
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Blog
May 30, 2024

SUN Bucks: Part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s New Suite of Summer Nutrition Programs

SUN Bucks will start in June 2024, providing vital food benefits to eligible children during the summer months.
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06/14/2024 10:00 am 06/14/2024 11:30 am

Washington Coalition on Medicaid Outreach (WCOMO) – June 2024

Register now for our upcoming virtual Washington Coalition on Medicaid Outreach meeting on June 14, 2024!
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05/01/2024 12:00 pm 05/30/2024 1:00 pm

2024 Learning Series

WithinReach is excited to host a spring learning series, Pregnancy and Postpartum Support, throughout the month of May. These weekly, free webinars will spotlight topics of connection, partnership and advocacy as we explore ideas and innovations in communities throughout Washington.
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March 7, 2024

Our 2022-2023 Impact Report

Check out our new Impact Report for 2022-2023.
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March 1, 2024

Announcing a New Resource to Help Families Across Washington

WithinReach is excited to announce the new version of HelpMeGrowWA.org, a fully revamped online hub for families and health providers across Washington. People can find all the information they need to support families with health, food, basic needs, child development and parenting resources.
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November 17, 2023

Longtime WithinReach Leader Sharon Silver Named New CEO

WithinReach is thrilled to announce Chief Strategy Officer Sharon Silver as our new Chief Executive Officer. Sharon is a 20-year veteran of WithinReach and succeeds CEO Kay Knox.
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August 30, 2023

Honoring Kay Knox

We are thrilled to present the 2023 Cynthia F. Shurtleff Leadership Award to former WithinReach CEO, Kay Knox.
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June 22, 2023

A Brighter Future for Children Starts with Help Me Grow

Meet Luis as he navigates our complex food and health systems to get their families the resources they need, with support from Help Me Grow Washington.
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05/31/2023 6:00 pm 05/31/2023 9:00 pm

Support WithinReach at Watershed Pub & Kitchen

Join us and our friends at Watershed Pub & Kitchen on Wednesday, May 31 from 6 – 9 pm for a special night benefitting WithinReach.
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06/17/2023 9:00 am 06/17/2023 3:30 pm

Advocacy for Children With Special Needs: Honoring the Life Work of David and Cynthia Shurtleff

Seattle Children’s is sponsoring a virtual seminar, “Advocacy for Children with Special Needs: Honoring the Life Work of David and Cynthia Shurtleff.”
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News
May 16, 2023

Session Recordings and Resources – Early Support is Community Care 2023

Thank you for attending! Unable to attend the Early Support is Community Care event? Check out resources and video recordings of each session!
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News
May 12, 2023

WithinReach Seeks Consultant for Strategic Planning

Applications are due by 5:00 p.m. (PST) on May 31, 2023. WithinReach seeks to partner with a consultant to design, project manage and facilitate a strategic planning process.
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05/08/2023 12:00 pm 05/12/2023 1:00 pm

Early Support is Community Care

Register today for WithinReach’s Learning Series, “Early Support is Community Care,” from May 8 – 12. This virtual event is FREE to attend and open to all community members!
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05/25/2023 7:30 am 05/25/2023 5:30 pm

Washington State Immunization Summit

The 2023 Immunization Summit will gather stakeholders from across Washington State for a hybrid, one-day conference on immunizations across the lifespan.
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January 23, 2023

WithinReach Shares Priorities for New Legislative Session

The legislature convened for the 2023 legislative session on January 9. Specific to WithinReach’s priorities, we are seeing a lot of important efforts in our key focus areas.
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January 6, 2023

Check Out Our 21-22 Impact Report!

We are proud to share our accomplishments with you in our 21-22 impact report.
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October 17, 2022

Increasing Food Security Among Washington Families with Coordinated Care 

Our long-term partnership with Coordinated Care allows us to support food-related programs and outreach, so we can connect more families with important food resources.
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October 1, 2022

We Are WithinReach.

Meet Fatima and Luis as they navigate our complex food and health systems to get their families the resources they need, with support from WithinReach.
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September 22, 2022

WithinReach State of the Union: Growth, Opportunities and New Initiatives

Last week, we hosted Cynthia Circle members, past and present WithinReach Board members, and other partners for a virtual State of the Union.
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News
September 8, 2022

Connecting Washington Families to Care and Support with Kaiser Permanente

With shared values, and in the pursuit of building healthy communities in Washington State, Kaiser Permanente has awarded WithinReach with a generous two-year grant.
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Blog
August 22, 2022

¿Necesita apoyo con comida? Ayúdame a Crecer Washington puede ayudar

Tener acceso a alimentos nutritivos es importante para usted y su familia, y puede ayudar al desarrollo de su hijo y a su éxito al volver a la escuela. Estamos aquí para ofrecerle apoyo a medida que navega los programas de alimentos y nutrición para su familia.
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Blog
August 12, 2022

Need support with food? Help Me Grow Washington can help! 

Check out this list of food programs, resources and benefits you can access all year long. We are here to provide support to people who are food insecure.
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Video
July 29, 2022

National Immunization Awareness Month 2022

National Immunization Awareness Month is an annual observance highlighting efforts to protect everyone from vaccine preventable diseases. Hear from our IACW Executive Members and why vaccination is so important.
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Blog
July 25, 2022

Q&A with Neil Kaneshiro: Celebrating National Immunization Awareness Month

We spoke with Dr. Neil Kaneshiro, about why vaccines are important for people of all ages, and what we can do right now to protect our family’s health.
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Blog
May 17, 2022

Want to learn more about your child’s development? 

Developmental screenings are activity-based questionnaires that can be completed by the person who knows your child best, YOU.
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Blog
May 17, 2022

¿Quiere aprender más sobre los cuestionarios del desarrollo infantil? 

Los cuestionarios del desarrollo infantil son una serie de preguntas y actividades que pueden ser completados por la persona que mejor conoce a su hijo, USTED.
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Blog
April 13, 2022

Celebrate National Infant Immunization Week with Routine Immunizations for Your Child

This year, in particular, it’s critical to ensure that families stay on track for children’s routine checkups and recommended vaccinations!
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Blog
March 10, 2022

Reflecting on Food Access is Community Care

Read about our reflections and takeaways from last month’s Food Access is Community Care series event.
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February 17, 2022

Watch Recordings from Food Access is Community Care

Unable to attend the Food Access is Community Care event? Check out the video recordings of each session!
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02/07/2022 12:00 pm 02/11/2022 1:30 pm

Food Access is Community Care

Join us for the Food Access is Community Care event from Feb. 7-11! Hear from many community organizers who will cover topics such as the, food justice, food sovereignty, and much more.
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News
January 13, 2022

Now Available: COVID-19 vaccine information available online in 40 languages

The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) now has COVID-19 vaccine information available online in 40 languages! Learn how you can access these new web pages.
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News
January 3, 2022

Check Out Our New 20-21 Impact Report!

We are proud to share our accomplishments with you in our newest impact report.
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December 17, 2021

Celebrating the Life’s Work of Our Founder, Cynthia F. Shurtleff

WithinReach was born out of Cynthia’s hard work, and we are excited to take this opportunity to honor her and further her vision.
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Blog
December 13, 2021

Help Me Grow Washington Serves Families Through Plan of Safe Care

Plan of Safe Care was officially launched on December 1 and will help more WA families can get connected to vital resources.
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News
November 19, 2021

Expanding Food Access with Support from Coordinated Care

Our long-term partnership with Coordinated Care will help to expand food access and benefits to families and individuals across Washington.
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News
November 16, 2021

Check out Help Me Grow Washington’s Mid-Year Accomplishments

Read about our collective impact in the new Help Me Grow Washington Mid-Year Accomplishments Report.
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Video
November 1, 2021

What an Open Door Means for Families: Brandon’s Story

Hear from one of our staff, who works directly with families every day to help them get the resources they need, when they need them.
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October 1, 2021

Welcome to the WithinReach 2021 Opening Doors, Strengthening Families Campaign!

Support our 2021 Opening Doors, Strengthening Families Campaign, so we can continue to be here for families when they need us the most!
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September 30, 2021

Join our Fall Campaign on Oct. 1-10!

Our 2021 Opening Doors, Strengthening Families campaign kicks off October 1, and we need your help! Learn how you can support and open doors for Washington families.
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Blog
September 20, 2021

Knock Out Flu: Think of It as Your Best Defense

This year, it’s more important than ever to get vaccinated against the flu. Read our blog to get the answers to common questions about the flu vaccine.
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Blog
August 26, 2021

Need support with food? WithinReach can help!

There are programs and resources to help your family get the food they need, and WithinReach can help you get connected to these benefits. Check out this list of food programs, resources and benefits that you can access.
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Blog
August 19, 2021

WithinReach State of the Union: Learning from the past as we look to the future

At a recent virtual event, we had a chance to share some of our biggest successes and challenges this past year, what we’ve learned, and what’s on the horizon.
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Newsletter
August 1, 2021

August 2021 Making Connections

Check out our newsletter to get the latest news and updates from WithinReach.
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Blog
July 29, 2021

Need support with food this summer? WithinReach can help!

WithinReach is here to help you get connected to food benefits. Check out our list of food programs, resources and benefits you can access this summer and all year long.
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Blog
June 30, 2021

Partnering with the Albertsons and Safeway Foundation to Fight Hunger in Our Community

Thank you to Albertsons and Safeway foundation for awarding us a $100,000 grant to help connect our community with federal meal programs. Read more about what we hope to accomplish with this grant.
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Blog
June 2, 2021

2021 Legislative Wins to Support Washington Children and Families

During this year’s legislative session, WithinReach advocated for many important priorities related to equity, food access, physical and behavioral health, and early learning.
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Newsletter
May 1, 2021

May 2021 Making Connections

Check out our newsletter to get the latest news and updates from WithinReach.
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News
April 27, 2021

WithinReach Makes a Difference by Supporting People’s Quarantine Needs

Read more about how WithinReach is working with the Department of Health and others to help with these statewide response efforts.
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News
March 26, 2021

Helping Families Access Food with Support from our Partners at Coordinated Care

Coordinated Care has provided $10,000 to WithinReach to support an innovative food texting and outreach campaign.
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Newsletter
March 17, 2021

Reflections on COVID – One Year Later

One year ago, in the face of a new and changing pandemic, our staff transitioned to working from home. Read about the key ways we have been working with partners to create positive impact.
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Blog
February 19, 2021

WithinReach Steps Up for Families During COVID: A Conversation with Director of Programs, José Villalobos

Learn more about the ways WithinReach is mobilizing around critical outreach efforts statewide.
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Blog
January 13, 2021

Knock Out Flu: Think of It as Your Best Defense

It’s not too late to get your flu vaccine to protect yourself, your family and community. Learn more about where and who should get a flu vaccine this year.
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January 1, 2021

January 2021 Making Connections

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01/19/2022 9:00 am 01/19/2022 11:30 am

Basic Food Education Forum – Winter 2022

Join us for our upcoming Basic Food Education Forum (BFEF) on January 19, 2022!
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November 17, 2020

Western Immunization Coalitions Support the Western Safety Review Workgroup

Read the latest letter from our Immunity Community, as well as other Western States Immunization Coalitions showing our support for the Western Safety Review Workgroup and their work related to COVID-19 vaccine dissemination.
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November 3, 2020

Flu Vaccines for Uninsured and Underinsured Adults

This year is more important than ever to get vaccinated against the flu, and all adults 19 and older in Washington can now receive a flu vaccine at no cost, regardless of having insurance.
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03/11/2022 10:00 am 03/11/2022 12:30 pm

Washington Coalition on Medicaid Outreach (WCOMO) – March 2022

Join us for our upcoming virtual WCOMO meeting on March 11, 2022!
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November 1, 2020

November 2020 Making Connections

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October 21, 2020

Knock Out Flu: Think of It as Essential

It’s more important than ever to get vaccinated against the flu. Read this blog to get answers to commonly asked questions about the vaccine.
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October 20, 2020

Thank you for Opening Doors for Families!

We did it! Thanks to you, we raised more than $64,000 for WA families in our Opening Doors, Strengthening Families campaign.
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October 13, 2020

Ask The Staff Event Recording

Watch our “Ask the Staff” video and learn how COVID-19 is affecting our community.
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10/16/2020 6:30 pm 10/16/2020 7:30 pm

Bring Your Own Swigs Celebration!

Come ready to play games, win prizes and celebrate the best of our work and the campaign!
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10/08/2020 6:00 pm 10/08/2020 7:00 pm

Ask the Staff: How COVID is Affecting our Community

Hear from WithinReach frontline staff about how COVID-19 is affecting families in our state.
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October 5, 2020

An Open Door is…

Welcome to our Opening Doors, Strengthening Families campaign! Watch how WithinReach “opens doors” everyday to the families and communities we serve.
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October 1, 2020

Join Our Fall Campaign!

Learn how you can engage with our campaign and help support our communities and families in Washington State.
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September 22, 2020

Watch Our Learning Series Event Video on Early Childhood Development

Thank you to everyone who attended our WithinReach’s Learning Series event this week! Watch the recording of the event, in case you missed it or would like to share with your own networks.
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September 8, 2020

How Does COVID-19 Affect Early Childhood Development?

COVID-19 is shining a light on how important it is for families to access the resources they need, when they need them, as well as the barriers that impact healthy early childhood development.
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09/16/2020 5:30 pm 09/16/2020 6:30 pm

WithinReach to Host Free Learning Series Event on Early Childhood Development

Hear from a panel of experts on one of today’s most complex and consequential health matters.
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July 29, 2020

Congratulations to Our Immunization Champions, Seattle Public Schools Nurses and Stewart Lyman!

This year we recognize The School Nurses at Seattle Public Schools with our 2020 IACW Collaborator Award, and Stewart Lyman with our 2020 IACW Advocate Award.
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July 23, 2020

We’re in the news! Our new ad in the Puget Sound Business Journal.

Thanks to our amazing partner, Columbia Bank, we had an opportunity to build awareness about our work supporting families thru a feature in the Puget Sound Business Journal COVID-19 Giving Guide!
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July 11, 2020

July 2020 Making Connections

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July 8, 2020

AmeriCorps and Direct Service Teams Respond to Families Affected by COVID

Our team experiences firsthand how barriers faced by families are exacerbated by social and racial inequities in our food system.
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July 7, 2020

April 2020 Making Connections

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June 5, 2020

Black Lives Matter: We Stand in Solidarity

WithinReach stands in solidarity with Black communities, leaders and organizations in response to injustice and actions to end police violence.
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May 8, 2020

Congrats to Public Health Director Patty Hayes for Receiving Top Award

We applaud former WithinReach Executive Director Patty Hayes for her leadership during COVID-19 and for receiving the highest honor bestowed upon a UW graduate.
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April 27, 2020

Feeding Families with Nourishing Neighbors Grant

WithinReach was awarded a $100,000 Nourishing Neighbors grant to connect Washington families with much-needed food resources.
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April 14, 2020

Achieving Health Equity for Black Moms and Babies: A Conversation with Nurse-Midwife, Victoria Fletcher

We had a chance to talk with former WithinReach board member, Victoria Fletcher, about Black maternal health.
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March 12, 2020

Our Commitment to You

WithinReach is focused on taking care of our family and yours – and we are here to provide whatever support we can during this stressful time.
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January 17, 2020

January 2020 Making Connections

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January 16, 2020

October 2019 Making Connections

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January 16, 2020

Check out Our New Annual Report!

We are delighted to share our Annual Report with you, in recognition of the milestones and highlights you helped make possible this year.
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January 16, 2020

MLK Jr. Day: Honoring All Aspects of His Legacy

As an organization, we hope to bring forward Martin Luther King Jr.’s radical work to help lead our own work with families and communities across the state.
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December 20, 2019

Project Pilgrimage: Building Our Stamina for Racial Justice

We breathed in the power and joy of our newfound interracial and intergenerational community, as a pathway to racial justice stamina and enduring hope.
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December 9, 2019

WithinReach Launches New Equity Statement

We are committed to racial equity and advancing our work to address health disparities, meet the needs of people of color and challenge systems of oppression.
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October 29, 2019

Increasing Access to Care with Kaiser Permanente Grant

A generous grant from Kaiser Permanente will enable us to learn about the needs of families and communities and grow coordinated systems and policies to address the root causes of health disparities.
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October 25, 2019

Why WithinReach is Vital to Healthy, Vibrant Communities

WithinReach supports families at critical points in their lives by guaranteeing they have someone to reach out to.
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10/11/2019 5:30 pm 10/11/2019 11:00 pm

Thank You for Wigging with Us!

Thank you for joining us at WithinReach’s 5th annual Big Wigs & Swigs FUNdraising event at The Ruins! Be sure to check out the great event photos.
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October 17, 2019

Marking My 20th Year Anniversary with a Civil Rights Pilgrimage

Believe it or not, I am celebrating 20 years of service at WithinReach this month! Over the years, what I have appreciated most is the opportunities for professional and personal growth…
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October 17, 2019

Expanding Our Reach with Generous Grant from Premera Blue Cross

In the pursuit of creating healthy, thriving communities in Washington, Premera Blue Cross and the Premera Social Impact Team has awarded WithinReach with a generous three-year grant of $607,000.
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September 1, 2019

August 2019 Making Connections

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August 28, 2019

Our Reach in the Community

See the impact we made in our community this past year. Thank you to the WithinReach outreach team for making this possible!
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August 19, 2019

Well-Being is Vital at WithinReach

We believe all people thrive when they experience balance in body, mind and spirit and feel connected to purpose, people and community. We strive to build pathways to health and well-being for ourselves and the people we serve.
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August 16, 2019

Somebody listened.

A member of our team shares her experience in working working with a single mom going through difficult times.
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August 15, 2019

It’s National Immunization Awareness Month!

You have the power to protect yourself and your family against serious diseases. WithinReach focuses on the positive aspects of vaccines and work to ensure all families live a healthy, thriving life.
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10/08/2019 7:30 am 10/08/2019 4:30 pm

Washington State Immunization Summit

The goal of the Summit is to enhance the effectiveness of health care professionals and systems statewide to promote and deliver immunizations.
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10/11/2019 6:30 pm 10/11/2019 11:00 pm

Join Us for the 5th Annual Big Wigs & Swigs

Join friends old and new at The Ruins for a Broadway-themed evening filled with fabulous food, drinks and music! Big Wigs & Swigs raises money each year to support and improve the health of children and families.
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August 6, 2019

Every family has a unique story.

Meeting people where they are at is the foundation of how WithinReach works with families.
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August 1, 2019

I just did not want to give up on her.

Connecting a new mother with essential resources and support.
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July 1, 2019

Responding to the Measles Outbreak: Perspectives From a Clark County Nurse

Learn about the process local public health staff went through during the measles outbreak, as well as reflection and insight from a Clark County Public Health nurse.
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June 27, 2019

A Community Conversation Highlighting Health Equity

Last month, WithinReach held its very first Learning Series event centered on health equity and the obstacles families and individuals face when accessing the resources they need…
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June 14, 2019

Dads Make a Difference

About the time I started at WithinReach, Governor Gary Locke created the Commission on Early Learning, with the goal of making sure every child in Washington was ready to learn when they started school…
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June 1, 2019

Congrats to Our Cynthia F. Shurtleff Award Winner!

WithinReach honors an individual each year who has shown extraordinary leadership, innovation and dedication to the health and wellbeing of women, children and families in our state.
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May 9, 2019

Food Insecurity on College Campuses

My name is Tom and I am a recent college graduate serving as an AmeriCorps member at WithinReach. As part of my job, I go to colleges around King County and connect students with resources needed for a healthy and thriving life…
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May 2, 2019

May 2019 Making Connections

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May 2, 2019

Happy “Mothering” Day!

Every year on Mother’s Day I am reminded of a quote from Martha Beck’s book, Expecting Adam: A True Story of Birth, Rebirth and Everyday Magic…
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April 22, 2019

Belonging Starts with Sawubona

If I were greeting you on the street in passing, or at Starbucks for coffee today, I might say: “Sawubona!”…
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March 15, 2019

Celebrating AmeriCorps Week 2019: Reflecting on my Service at WithinReach

When I made the decision to join AmeriCorps, I had just graduated from college and had no idea what I wanted to do with my degree…
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March 6, 2019

March 2019 Making Connections

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January 28, 2019

Baby Jeremy joins the WithinReach team (and everyone wins!)

WithinReach has always tried to create a work environment that supports women, moms and families…
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January 23, 2019

Meeting Students Where They Need Us: A Quick Guide to Benefits Hub

According to The Seattle Times, Seattle has the greatest number of college students living below the poverty line out of the 50 largest U.S. cities…
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December 13, 2018

30 Years of Women in Leadership Makes a Difference

As we come to the end of our 30th year anniversary, I continue to reflect on the ways WithinReach has grown and changed over the years to help hundreds of thousands of families live healthier, safer and more hopeful lives…
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December 10, 2018

Public Charge

WithinReach envisions healthy, vibrant communities in Washington where all families have the opportunity to thrive…
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November 6, 2018

Taking a “Both/And” View

So often, especially now, it seems we are pulled to live in a binary world – things, people, places, opportunities, opinions are either good or bad, right or wrong, racist or non-racist, etc…
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September 10, 2018

Suicide and Des-pair

I’ve learned a lot about suicide over the last several years because my spouse works with college-aged students, and regularly counsels students who are considering suicide…
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July 25, 2018

The Resilience of Brotherhood Goes Viral

Over the last year, I have volunteered as a mentor with Year Up: an amazing, yearlong program that provides low-income young adults with a combination of skills-based learning, coursework eligible for college credit, corporate internships and tons of support…
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July 19, 2018

A Board Abroad Travelogue

My husband, John, who serves on the WithinReach Board of Directors, and works in the Kindle division at Amazon, recently received word that he needed to leave for a business trip to the Middle East with only 10 days’ notice…
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June 27, 2018

A Story of Service

Howdy! My name is Samuel, and I am a specialist serving as an AmeriCorps on the Healthy Connections team whose mission at WithinReach is to connect families and individuals all over Washington State to basic resources to achieve healthy living…
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June 19, 2018

Families Belong Together

For 30 years, WithinReach has been connecting families to the resources they need to be healthy and safe. We envision a Washington State where all kids and families are growing and thriving…
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June 18, 2018

Being an Anti-Racist Takes Muscle Building

I have come to understand that it is not enough to wake up, learn, and care (or just consider myself ‘not-a-racist’), I must work to be an anti-racist…
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June 4, 2018

To Know Us is to Love Us

My dream is for everyone to get to know WithinReach better, because … to know us, is to love us … and our “badass love” for Washington families…
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April 24, 2018

Podcast: Help Me Grow with Founder Dr. Paul Dworkin

During the Help Me Grow National Forum, WithinReach’s Chief Strategy Officer, Sharon Beaudoin, sits down with Dr. Paul Dworkin to discuss the Help Me Grow model and importance of its key components and the work happening in our state…
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April 3, 2018

An Opportunity to Advance a “Child-First” Agenda

As debate rages on as to how best reform our health care system, we ask, “What about our children?”…
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March 30, 2018

Partnership Spotlight: Rebecca Hendricks & The End-FLUenza Project

On December 19, 2014, my 5-year-old daughter, Scarlet Anne, died. She died from the flu…
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March 2, 2018

My Year of Waking Up – Series: Part 5 of 5

The final piece in this reflective series on my recent learning about individual and institutional racism, about the difference between equality and equity, and about myself, is dedicated to hope…
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February 28, 2018

My Year of Waking Up – Series: Part 4 of 5

My past ‘year of waking up’ was not only enhanced by Bryan Stevenson, author of Just Mercy, and my gym pal and local high school teacher, Eddie Stead, but by many others I was fortunate to meet throughout 2017…
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February 23, 2018

My Year of Waking Up – Series: Part 3 of 5

I started this series by saying that 2017 was a big year of learning for me about individual and institutional racism, about the difference between equality and equity, and about myself as a white person of privilege…
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February 20, 2018

Why WithinReach? Why Now?

When the opportunity to serve as a WithinReach Board member presented itself, I asked these same questions: Why WithinReach? Why now?…
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February 15, 2018

My Year of Waking Up – Series: Part 2 of 5

As I described in the introduction to this series, this has been a year of deep learning for me – about racism, bias, inequity and myself…
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February 8, 2018

My Year of Waking Up – Series: Part 1 of 5

Over the last year, I have experienced deep learning about racism, bias, inequity and myself…
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