We are excited to share that the Emerging Issues in Behavioral Health Request for Proposals (RFP) is now open! To be eligible to submit a proposal, proposers must submit a mandatory Letter of Intent in ZoomGrants by 2:00 p.m. on September 30, 2022. The most competitive proposers will then be invited to submit a full … Continue reading New Funding Opportunity: $1.3M for Emerging Issues in Behavioral Health
Update on the SODO Services Hub—a joint partnership to bring more people inside
Each night in King County, more than 7,500 people sleep outside. The longer a person goes without access to shelter, the higher the likelihood the person suffers adverse health conditions, including trauma, depression and chemical dependency. The time to act is now. The humanitarian crisis we face will stay this way and only worsen … Continue reading Update on the SODO Services Hub—a joint partnership to bring more people inside
King County launches new programs to support immigrants
In 2021, the King County Council approved a first-in-the-nation program to help immigrants apply for documented status and citizenship. The investment of more than $16 million will help King County immigrants overcome barriers to legal status and assist those who have not been able to access federal benefits associated with COVID-19 pandemic relief. The Department of … Continue reading King County launches new programs to support immigrants
September is Recovery Month — Join Us as #KingCountyGoesPurple
September is National Recovery Month. Recovery Month celebrates all those on their recovery journeys and spreads a message of hope to people, families, and communities. At King County DCHS, particularly our Behavioral Health and Recovery Division (BHRD), our shared vision to ensure that everyone in King County has a path to achieving and sustaining recovery … Continue reading September is Recovery Month — Join Us as #KingCountyGoesPurple
New funding opportunity: Domestic Violence Protection Order Legal Services
A new funding opportunity is available from the King County American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to fund organizations to support people experiencing domestic and sexual violence through Domestic Violence Protection Order (DVPO) assistance, legal services, and education. The COVID-19 pandemic and related public health orders have led to increased stress, isolation, and financial instability worldwide. As a … Continue reading New funding opportunity: Domestic Violence Protection Order Legal Services
Application for Best Starts Child Care Subsidy now open to families!
Editor's note: this post was updated to reflect the total funds dedicated to the Best Starts Child Care Subsidy: $160 million over six years. A thriving and equitable child care system is essential for our communities. Child care supports parents and guardians in the workforce; provides babies and children with nurturing spaces where they can … Continue reading Application for Best Starts Child Care Subsidy now open to families!