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Jobs and Community Resources – 6/11/25

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Welcome to Resource Wire for June 11 – 18, 2025!

Summer is here and there’s lots going on! Block parties, resouce fairs, youth job training and learning programs, and so much more! Check it all out below and let us know if we missed anything!

NEW THIS EDITION | HAPPENING THIS WEEK | UPCOMING | ONGOING RESOURCES

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~NEW THIS EDITION~

FREE SUMMER EVENTS AT SEATTLE PARKS 

WHEN: June through September 2025 

WHAT: Seattle Parks & Recreation has put together a list of free events happening at parks across the city this summer. Offerings include outdoor movies, dancing, fitness, music, games, and more! 

MORE INFO: Go to Seattle Parks and Recreation 2025 Downtown Parks Summer Events Schedule. 

RAINIER VIEW BLOCK PARTY 

WHEN: Thursday, June 12, 2025, 5-7pm 

WHERE: Rainier View Elementary, 11650 Beacon Ave S, Seattle, WA 98178 

WHAT: Stop by to learn about city services, sign up for summer programs, and enjoy food music, and kids’ activities. 

MORE INFO: Download the Rainier View Block Party flyer. 

RAINIER AVE BLOCK PARTY 

WHEN: Friday, June 13, 2025, 11am-3pm

WHERE: ULMS Resource Center, 901 Rainier Ave S, Seattle, WA 98144

WHAT: The Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle (ULMS) Bock Party will feature job opportunities with local employers, on-site resources & community programs, employment & training programs, and free food from local favorites. 

MORE INFO: Go to ULMS Resource Center Block Party 2025. 

PAID SUMMER LEARNING FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS 

WHEN: July 7 – August 15, 2025, Monday through Friday, 9am-3pm. Apply ASAP. 

WHAT: The Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle’s Summer University Program is a six-week program designed to keep high school students engaged and learning during the summer months to prevent summer learning loss. Students meet for six hours every weekday to engage in topics such as entrepreneurship, STEM, youth and politics, and health and wellness, culinary arts, and more. Breakfast and lunch will be served daily, and students who complete the program may be eligible for a $600 stipend. 

TO APPLY: Complete the 2025 Summer University Application. 

MORE INFO: Go to Summer University: Youth Summer Programming. 

FREE IT JOB TRAINING 

WHEN: Apply ASAP. Classes start Wednesday, July 31, 2025 and are held weekdays, 9am-4pm, for 13 weeks. 

WHERE: Classes held in-person at 2101 4th Ave, Suite 600, Seattle, WA 98121.

WHAT: Get your start in information technology! Per Scholas is filling seats now for its next FREE 13-week course featuring hands-on experience with enterprise-grade servers, routers, switches, and desktop IT technologies. No prior experience required – just a high school diploma or GED and the ability to get to Downtown Seattle for classes. 

MORE INFO: Download the IT Support flyer. 

TO APPLY: Go to Jumpstart Your Tech Career. 

PUBLIC HEALTH CAMP FOR KING COUNTY TEENS 

WHEN: August 4-8, 2025, 9am-3:30pm. Apply by July 1. 

WHERE: King County Chinook building, 401 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104. 

WHAT: Curious about the food safety signs  posted in your favorite restaurants? Want to tour the building that receives evidence from crime scenes? Want to know more about what “Public Health” does for your community? Sign up for this year’s King County Public Health Camp. The program is open to young people over 16 and lunch is provided each day. 

MORE INFO: Go to the Public Health Camp August 4-8th, 2025. 

 YOUNG ADULT CONFERENCE 

WHEN: Friday, August 8, 2025, 9:30am-3pm 

WHERE: Matt Griffin YMCA, 3595 S 188th St, SeaTac, WA 98188 

WHAT: Get ready to Level Up at this FREE, high-energy, hands-on conference designed for youth and young adults ready to take charge of their future. This one-day free event is all about building real-world skills, exploring leadership, and connecting with the tools and people who can help you reach your goals. Experience interactive workshops, inspiring speakers, and a resource fair packed with opportunities—from job connections and health resources to education and community support. 

TO REGISTER: Go to Level Up 2025. 

MORE INFO: Download the 2025 Level Up flyer. 

~HAPPENING THIS WEEK~

IMPORTANT INFO FOR OLDER RENTERS

WHEN: Wednesday, June 11, 2025, 3-4:45pm

WHERE: Online. Register for link.

WHAT: Are you a senior looking to know your rights as a tenant? Join us to learn…

  • Information on fees and deposits.
  • Dealing with maintenance requests.
  • Factoring safety and community into your housing search.
  • Information on evictions in senior housing.

A visiting attorney from the Tenant Law Center will also be on hand to help with answering questions. If you’re currently living in King County and being threatened with eviction, contact the Housing Justice Project for legal assistance at 206.267.7069 or hjpstaff@kcba.org. 

TO REGISTER: Go to Rent Smart: What to Look For as a Senior Renter Part 2 on the King County Library website.

FREE LEGAL HELP 

WHEN: Wednesday, June 11, 2024, 4-8pm (intake 4-6pm) 

WHERE: El Centro de la Raza, Historic Building, Top Floor, 2524 16th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98144 

WHAT: Volunteer attorneys from the Latina/o Bar Association of Washington (LBAW) and the community, along with volunteer interpreters, provide free 30-minute consultations on topics such as immigration, personal injury, worker’s rights, family law, and more. Availability depends on attorney expertise at each clinic. 

Space is limited. Consultations are first-come, first-served in-person, and there’s no guarantee of being seen due to high demand and specific legal matters. 

QUESTIONS? Call 844.502.9832. 

MORE INFO: Go to Free Bilingual Legal Clinic. 

FREE OVERDOSE PREVENTION TRAINING 

WHEN: Friday, June 13, 2025, 4-5pm

WHERE: Lake City Branch, Meeting Room, 12501 28th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98125 

WHAT: Knowing how to respond when someone has overdosed can save a life. Whether you’ve experienced substance use personally, have loved ones who are at risk, or just want to be prepared, this training will empower you with knowledge and confidence to act in a crisis. Participants will receive a free goodie bag with naloxone (Narcan) and test strips. 

MORE INFO: Go to Overdose Prevention and Response Training @ Lake City Branch.

QUESTIONS? Email odpreventioncollective@gmail.com.

FREE HELP WITH FAMILY LAW 

WHEN: Monday, June 16, 2025, 9am-11:30am 

WHERE: Online or in-person at Law Library W621, 516 3rd Ave, Seattle, WA 98103 

WHAT: This free workshop is for anyone dealing with divorce, parenting plans, and other common family law issues without an attorney. 

TO REGISTER: Go to Virtual Registration or In Person Registration, 

MORE INFO: Download the Family Law 101 Workshop June flyer. 

LEARN ABOUT YOUR MEDICARE OPTIONS

WHEN: Monday, June 16, 2025, 1-3pm

WHERE: Peter Kirk Community Center, 352 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland, WA 98033

WHAT: During this FREE session, you’ll learn about…

  • The differences between Medicare A, B, C, and D
  • The enrollment process
  • Understanding your Medicare benefits and options
  • The difference between Medigaps (supplemental plans) and Medicare Advantage plans
  • How to get help paying for Medicare
  • Medicare fraud issues

Hosted by Solid Ground, this in-person event will be presented by Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) – Solid Ground volunteers Larry and Connie. SHIBA provides free, unbiased, and confidential assistance with Medicare health care choices. 

TO REGISTER: Call 425.587.3360

QUESTIONS? Contact Solid Ground SHIBA at shiba@solid-ground.org or 206.694.6750.

HEALTH & RESOURCE EVENTS

WHAT: A variety of organizations are holding events this week to help connect people with basic needs and services, including things like cellphones, bus passes, vaccines, health care screenings, employment resources, legal assistance, and more! 

Skyway community resource fair

Rainier View block party 

Rainier Ave block party 

  • When: Friday, June 13, 2025, 11am-3pm
  • Where: ULMS Resource Center, 901 Rainier Ave S, Seattle, WA 98144
  • What: The Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle (ULMS) Bock Party will feature job opportunities with local employers, on-site resources & community programs, employment & training programs, and free food from local favorites. 
  • More info: Go to ULMS Resource Center Block Party 2025. 

Rainier Beach resource fair  

  • When: Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 4-7pm   
  • Where: Ethiopian Community in Seattle, 8323 Rainer Ave. S, Suite A, Seattle, WA 98118 
  • What: Want to learn more about resources and services available in your community? Stop by the King County Department of Community and Human Services’ Community Resource Access Fair to connect with local organizations and services and enjoy an evening of food, refreshments, and community connections.   
  • More info: Download the Resource Access Fair flyer. 

MORE OPPORTUNITIES: For additional events hosted at King County libraries, search for “Social Services Help” on the KCLS website. 

JOB FAIRS & HIRING EVENTS

WHAT: A variety of employers are holding hiring events over the next week, with some making on-the-spot offers with no experience required.  

North Seattle job fair 

Solid Ground Transportation hiring event

MORE INFO: To find additional job openings and events, go to WorkSource Workshops & Hiring Events or Port Jobs Hiring Events. 

FREE MEDICAL CARE FOR PEOPLE EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS 

WHEN: Various times and locations listed below.

WHAT: King County’s Street Medicine Program provides walk-in medical care for people who are living homeless (or were recently homeless) only. In addition to the clinic dates below, check out the Street Medicine Program page for the weekly encampment outreach schedule.

Upcoming dates:

QUESTIONS? Call 206.963.8628 or email streetmedicine@kingcounty.gov.

FREE & LOW-COST VETERINARY CARE

WHEN: Various dates and times. See below.

WHAT: Seattle Veterinary Outreach, Washington Health Outreach, and Doney Coe Pet Clinic provide veterinary care for free or at a reduced cost to the pets of people experiencing homelessness and or living on low incomes.

Veterinary care is provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Pet owners are encouraged to arrive early to secure a place in line.

Services are reserved for those experiencing homelessness or living with a low income, which is verified at clinics. Pet owners should bring their SNAP, EBT, WIC, SSI, or TANF cards. Alternatively, a letter confirming that the pet owner is living in subsidized housing or receiving housing vouchers is also acceptable.

Upcoming dates:

MORE INFO: Visit Seattle Veterinary Outreach Clinic Calendar, Washington Health Outreach Schedule and Services, or Doney Coe Services.

~UPCOMING COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITIES & RESOURCES~

GET YOUR WORKING FAMILIES TAX CREDIT 

WHAT: Tax Day 2025 has passed us, but there is still time to apply for your 2024 Working Families Tax Credit (WFTC) even if you had no income last year. If you’re not sure if you’re eligible, use the WFTC eligibility checker. This checker is updated for tax year 2024 to match the adjusted income thresholds and refund amounts. 

MORE INFO: Go to What you’ll need to apply. 

HELP KEEPING KIDS FED THIS SUMMER 

WHEN: Applications accepted through August 2025 

WHAT: Low-income parents will have a little extra help keeping their kids fed this summer thanks to the SUN Bucks program, also known as Summer EBT. The program provides a one-time payment of $120 for each eligible child. 

Many children are enrolled automatically – if your children are, you will be notified starting in June 2025.  If your child is not automatically enrolled, you can submit an online SUN Bucks application.   

MORE INFO: Go to Washington SUN Bucks Summer EBT Program. 

FEDERAL STUDENT AID APPLICATIONS NOW ACCEPTED

WHEN: Applications due June 30, 2025

WHAT: The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now open for all students and families applying for the 2025–2026 school year. While the final FAFSA deadline isn’t until June 30, 2025, students should apply as early as possible because some kinds of financial support are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Completing the FAFSA takes about an hour. 

MORE INFO: Go to Filling Out the FAFSA Form or check out resources available through the Washington Student Achievement Council. 

RENT SMART/¡INQUILINOS INTELIGENTES!

WHEN: English sessions are held several times a month, various days and times. Spanish sessions are held monthly on Thursdays, 5:30-6:45pm.

WHERE: Zoom

WHAT: Virtual Renters’ Rights Webinar Series presented by Solid Ground Tenant Counselors, with Tenant Law Center attorneys available to help answer questions.

Rent Smart Webinars in English

See All Upcoming Tenant Webinars

NEED MORE HELP?

  • King County residents being threatened with eviction can contact the Housing Justice Project for legal assistance at 253.234.4204 or hjpstaff@kcba.org.
  • Washington State residents can visit Solid Ground’s For Tenants website for self-help information, or call Solid Ground’s Tenant Services Voice Message Line, 206.694.6767 | TTY: 7.1.1, currently open for messages Mondays and Thursdays, 10:30am – 1:30pm (hours and days are subject to change).
  • Rent Smart is offered in partnership with Solid Ground’s Tenant Services, the King County Library System (KCLS), and Seattle Public Library (SPL).

¿NECESITA MÁS AYUDA?

  • Si actualmente vive en el Condado de King y está siendo amenazado con el desalojo, comuníquese con el Proyecto de Justicia de Vivienda para obtener asistencia legal 253.234.4204 o hjpstaff@kcba.org.
  • Los Residentes del Estado de Washington pueden visitar el sitio web Para Inquilinos de Solid Ground para obtener información de autoayuda, o llamar a la línea mensajes de voz de servicios para Inquilinos de Solid Ground, 206.694.6767 | TTY: 7.1.1, cual es abierta los lunes o jueves de 10:30 a.m. a 1:30 p.m. (las horas y los días están sujetos a cambios).
  • ¡Inquilinos Inteligentes! se ofrece en asociación con los Servicios para Inquilinos de Solid Ground y La Sistema Biblioteca del Condado de King.

~JOBS WITH SOLID GROUND~

NEW WAGES FOR SOLID GROUND DRIVERS!

WHEN: Job fair every Wednesday, 10am-3pm; call ahead to confirm

WHERE: Solid Ground Transportation, 8100 8th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98108 

WHAT: Be a part of making life easier for those living with disabilities in our communities. Join our team of drivers who provide ACCESS bus services to people who can’t use Metro’s fixed-route system, helping people get to critical health and human services resources, and connecting people with their communities.  

Solid Ground Transportation offers: 

  • $23.56 (new rate!)
  • Flexible schedule
  • Part-time & full-time options
  • No CDL requirement
  • Paid training
  • Opportunities for long-term career growth beyond driving!
  • Full benefits (Paid Leave, Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 401k Matching, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Account, and Life Insurance)

TO APPLY NOW: Go to the Solid Ground Bus Operator job description and scroll down to How to Apply for application materials.

QUESTIONS? Call 206.694.6817 or email jobs@solid-ground.org. 

SOLID GROUND JOB BOARD

WHAT: Join the Solid Ground team and help us fight poverty and dismantle systems of oppression! We’re currently seeking candidates for these positions:

QUESTIONS? Learn more about Solid Ground and see other open positions on the Solid Ground Careers page.

~ONGOING COMMUNITY RESOURCES~

When you need help, it can be difficult to know where to start. That’s why we put together lists of Ongoing Community Resources in King County for help with things like housing, food, childcare, transportation, employment, and more. Click on the topics below to jump to these ongoing resources posted on our Resource Wire webpage.

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