Today, part one of the two-part King County Nonprofit Employment Surveys, the Wage & Benefits Survey, is now live! The 2025 King County Nonprofit Wage & Benefits Survey is underway, and we are calling on nonprofits in the region—specifically an Executive Director, Human Resources staff, or a Finance Manager—who has access to staff compensation … Continue reading King County Nonprofit Wage & Benefits Survey launches today
Introducing Michael Bailey, our new Adult Services Division Director!
King County Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) warmly welcomes Michael Bailey as the new director of the Adult Services Division (ASD). Michael brings more than 15 years of experience leading health and human service organizations, advancing economic mobility efforts, supporting aging adults, and co-creating community-led programs. Michael has a strong commitment to collaborative … Continue reading Introducing Michael Bailey, our new Adult Services Division Director!
New VSHSL funding opportunity: Vets Engaged (SE 7)
A new funding opportunity is available from the Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy (VSHSL) to fund entities to convene community-building events and activities that increase social engagement and connection for veterans, military servicemembers, and their respective families. The intent is to cultivate a sense of belonging among veterans and that help bridge the military-civilian divide which is the … Continue reading New VSHSL funding opportunity: Vets Engaged (SE 7)
VSHSL investments in King County’s seniors and their caregivers
Washington’s population is aging, including here in King County. In 2020, one in four King County residents were aged 55 or older. This proportion of King County’s population is expected to increase to 30 percent before 2040. Many older adults are at a higher risk for social isolation and loneliness which negatively impact health and well-being, … Continue reading VSHSL investments in King County’s seniors and their caregivers
Local funding working to prevent human trafficking in King County
January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. During the month of January, governments, anti-trafficking organizations, law enforcement, survivor advocates, community leaders, and community members come together to raise awareness about human trafficking, to educate the public on how to identify and prevent human trafficking, and to protect and empower survivors of all forms of human trafficking. Human trafficking … Continue reading Local funding working to prevent human trafficking in King County
Honoring Our Veterans: A Message from DCHS
As we approach Veterans Day, we at King County’s Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) take a moment to honor the brave veterans and servicemembers who have served our country. Their sacrifices, during and after service, have shaped the nation we know today. Our nation’s veterans have dedicated their lives to protecting our freedoms … Continue reading Honoring Our Veterans: A Message from DCHS