Solid Ground

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Compassion Seattle was a distraction. Here’s a solution.

Solid Ground is laying out our vision for solutions to homelessness, along with concrete steps everyone can take to advance it right away.

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"It’s going to take some upheaval."

Longtime Seattle philanthropist, advocate, and political activist Suzanne Hittman says, “My mantra now is, ‘Philanthropy can’t do it alone.' We need to change public policy.”

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Black woman with curly hair wearing all black in front of orange housing-shaped signage on a concrete wall. Right side, black text on a blue background: “I’m excited to be able to share my experience in a really authentic way. ... My job there is to advocate but always make sure these communities are being empowered.” -Mary Ruffin, Solid Ground Board of Directors

Leading via lived experience

Read about Mary Ruffin's journey from Solid Ground's Sand Point Housing to Community Accountability Council to Board of Directors.

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2020 Community Report

Read about the myriad ways Solid Ground participants, volunteers, and staff shined through the darkest days of an unprecedented year.

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Reimagining cooking together

Our Community Food Education team creates community in their cooking and nutrition classes – virtually!

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Black woman gazes hopefully off over a body of water. To her right is a blue text box with black and white text that reads: “I could dance right now! This program has helped me have a better life, not just go from one place of poverty to another. I now have a chance to have better, to be better, to do better.” ~LaTanya Cheatam, JHRRH participant

Personal advocacy makes powerful change

LaTanya's story shows how resilience and brilliance – combined with compassionate support and collaborative advocacy – can lead to legislative change that helps many.

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Solid Ground connects people with resources to help gain stability and build stronger futures. »

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Volunteer, donate, advocate or just spread the word. Learn about the many ways you can join us to build community to end poverty. »

Solid Ground believes poverty is solvable.

Our approach combines direct services with community-based advocacy. We support individuals and work to undo racism and other oppressions that create barriers – so everyone can achieve their full potential.

Our Impact

Advocacy

Housing & Homelessness

Hunger & Nutrition

Race & Social Justice

Transportation

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Our Land Acknowledgement and
Resources for Deeper Engagement

Groundviews Blog

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Compassion Seattle was a distraction. Here’s a solution.

By some measures, the Greater Seattle area is now the sixth wealthiest region in the U.S.1 It’s home to not one but two of the world’s four richest men.2 And yet every night, thousands of adults and children3 go to sleep in tents, under bridges, and in camper vans parked on city streets across King County. The truth is, the very same economic forces that have made Seattle and King County such a wealthy place over...

"LOVE like THIS" graphic with cartoon cats announcing "TOGETHER we can end DOMESTIC VIOLENCE,' "OCTOBER is DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ACTION MONTH" and a blue circle graphic: "Together we can end domestic and sexual violence and create healthy relationships for us all!"

From domestic violence awareness to action

In 1989, October was declared National Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). Each year during this month, we raise awareness, educate, and advocate for domestic violence (DV) victims and survivors. This year, we’re encouraging everyone to take action to help stop DV. DV is a crime that has lifelong impacts on both the adults who endure this horrible trauma as well as the children who experience it in their homes. In Domestic Violence Fatalities and Homicide...

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New Solid Ground program helps King County residents navigate Medicare options

Solid Ground is proud to partner with the Washington state Office of the Insurance Commissioner as the new King County sponsor for the Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA), a free, unbiased, and confidential counseling service that helps consumers understand their Medicare rights and options. Solid Ground’s SHIBA volunteers are now available provide to this service to help people understand Medicare plan options – including Medigap (Medicare Supplement), Medicare Advantage, and prescription drug plans –...

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Medicare Open Enrollment Event

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Your light shines so brightly!

We're all aglow! Thanks to all who joined us for our Golden Hour 2021 event. You can still view stories of our community's resilience and brilliance via the recorded livestream from Town Hall Seattle.

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Compassion Seattle was a distraction. Here’s a solution.

"It’s going to take some upheaval."

Leading via lived experience

2020 Community Report

Reimagining cooking together

Personal advocacy makes powerful change

Compassion Seattle was a distraction. Here’s a solution.

Get Help

Get Involved

Solid Ground believes poverty is solvable.

Our approach combines direct services with community-based advocacy. We support individuals and work to undo racism and other oppressions that create barriers – so everyone can achieve their full potential.

Our Impact

Groundviews Blog

Compassion Seattle was a distraction. Here’s a solution.

From domestic violence awareness to action

New Solid Ground program helps King County residents navigate Medicare options

Upcoming Events

Calling Volunteer Enthusiasts 55 & Older!

Rent Smart: Breaking a Lease

Medicare Open Enrollment Event

Your light shines so brightly!

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