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Take Action: Oppose Time Limits and Work Requirements

April 17, 2026

by Victoria Lo  In March 2026, HUD introduced a proposed rule that would allow public housing agencies (PHAs) and HUD-assisted housing providers to adopt work requirements and time limits for families receiving rental assistance. This includes Section 8 housing.  What the Proposed Rule Would Do  Two key components are at the center of this proposal:  1. Allowing …

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Shortening Eviction Notice Could Increase Housing Instability 

April 13, 2026

by Victoria Lo  In February 2026, HUD introduced a proposed rule titled “Revocation of the 30-Day Notification Requirement Prior to Termination of Lease for Nonpayment of Rent.”  What the Proposed Rule Would Do  Two key changes are at the center of this proposal:  1. Eliminating the 30-day notice requirement before eviction proceedings Currently, public housing agencies (PHAs) and …

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Your Voice Can Keep Families Housed and Together 

April 7, 2026

by Victoria Lo  At Neighborhood House, we see every day how housing is not just about shelter. It is the foundation that allows families to access early learning, manage chronic health conditions, maintain employment, and remain connected to their communities. When that foundation is disrupted, the effects ripple across every part of a family’s life.  A newly …

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The Women Who Built Neighborhood House

March 31, 2026

Neighborhood House has been serving the Seattle community since 1906. Over 120 years, we have changed our name, moved our home, expanded our reach, and grown with the city around us. But one thread has run unbroken through it all: the leadership, dedication, and vision of women — women who saw a need and refused to look away.  …

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A Message From our Executive Director

February 6, 2026

Solidarity with immigrant, refugee, and BIPOC communities   *NWIRP, WAISN, OneAmerica, Childrens Thrive Action Network, Protecting Immigrant Families, National Day Laborer Organizing Network, ACLU of Washington 

Help Families Thrive!

December 1, 2025

When life gets complicated, support shouldn’t be. Neighborhood House surrounds families with a connected network of services so they can get what they need—without the barriers. Housing, Learning, and Support — All in One Place Not long ago, one of our preschool teachers received a call that a family in her class was just days …

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Advocacy in Action

November 29, 2025
2025 advocacy recap

Our advocacy work doesn’t always make headlines, but it has a powerful impact on our clients and community. From early learning to immigrant rights to human services funding, these updates show how coordinated advocacy can create meaningful change. This November, Seattle voters renewed the Families and Education Preschool to Promise (FEPP) Levy for a total …

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From Inspiration to Action: My Takeaways from HousingWA2005

October 29, 2025
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Big ideas, real conversations, and moments that hit home.  Written by: Rose M. – Housing Advocate  I had the amazing opportunity to attend HousingWA2025 in Bellevue, WA, and it was unforgettable! From inspiring speakers to real, emotional conversations about housing legislation, every moment made me stop and reflect. I even teared up, thinking about my …

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Investing in the Future: How the FEPP Levy Helps Neighborhood House Families Succeed 

October 16, 2025
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At Neighborhood House, we see every day how investments in education create opportunities for young people and families. The City of Seattle’s Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise (FEPP) Levy makes those investments possible — supporting children and teens through programs we operate, like ParentChild+, and through opportunities across the city.  Now, with the renewal of …

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*MEDIA ADVISORY*  

October 3, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Neighborhood House to Rename Rainier Vista Site as The Wilcox Center  Event honors Shirley and Louis Wilcox, community icons and lifelong volunteers   What:  Neighborhood House will host a celebration to rename its Rainier Vista building as The Wilcox Center, honoring Shirley and Louis Wilcox for their extraordinary contributions to the community. The …

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Honoring the Black gay community’s great connector | Seattle Pride 50

October 3, 2025

An article from The Seattle Times While he worked and volunteered for many social-service nonprofits (kidney-health education with Northwest Kidney Centers, meal delivery for SouthEast Seattle Senior Center), McMullen’s passion was HIV and AIDS prevention and support. His official vehicles for that work were Neighborhood House and People of Color Against AIDS Network, or POCAAN …

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Groundbreaking UI Navigators program receives $1 million to continue helping underserved communities

October 1, 2025

Via Employment Security Department, Washington State “OLYMPIA – In the past 16 months, community organizations have helped more than 7,000 people in underserved communities better understand the unemployment benefits they had available. Thanks to $1 million from the state Legislature, the Employment Security Department’s groundbreaking Unemployment Insurance (UI) Navigator program will continue for another year. …

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From Dreams to Dishes: Jumpin Jambalaya Brings Cajun-Creole Flavor to the Community 

September 30, 2025

At Neighborhood House, we believe that when people are given the tools and support they need, they can build brighter futures for themselves and their families. Few stories capture that better than Youpa’s journey. When she first connected with Neighborhood House through our Economic Security for All (EcSA) program and its Matched Investment Savings Account …

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Honoring Shirley and Louis Wilcox: A Legacy That Lives On 

August 28, 2025

This fall, Neighborhood House is proud to rename our Rainier Vista location The Wilcox Center, honoring Shirley and Louis Wilcox for their extraordinary contributions to our community. Their lives were woven into the story of Neighborhood House, shaping its mission and strengthening the neighborhood for generations.  Shirley Wilcox: Leading With Vision and Courage  Shirley first …

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Sharing Neighborhood House’s 2025-2029 Strategic Plan

August 1, 2025

Neighborhood House’s 2025 Strategic Plan marks a critical juncture in our enduring mission to advance equity, opportunity, and community well-being across King County. At a time when the political landscape is increasingly volatile—marked by rising hostility toward immigrants and refugees, and growing threats to public funding—we remain steadfast in our commitment to our neighbors furthest …

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Celebrating Disability Pride Month

June 30, 2025
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Emma Riahi July is Disability Pride Month — a time to honor the history, achievements, and contributions of people with disabilities, while also recognizing the ongoing work toward inclusion and accessibility. It’s a celebration of identity and visibility, and a reminder that disability is a natural part of human diversity. At Neighborhood House, we’re proud …

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Oral Health Justice is Health Justice

June 30, 2025
Janice Deguchi at What Matters Most 2024

Janice Deguchi Last month, I was invited to speak on a panel for the Arcora Foundation, whose mission is to bend the arc of oral health towards equity. I was honored to share the stage with Arcora Foundation Vice President, Sunshine Monastrial, and my co-panelist, author and activist, Ron Chew to talk about our deep …

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Reimagining Human Services: Centering Families

May 30, 2025
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No one intended for human services programs to cause trauma, or create barriers for families to gain economic opportunity and prosperity. But oftentimes, because of bureaucracy, lack of coordination and planning, and lack of input from those most impacted, many well intended programs do exactly that. The two-generation, whole family approach (2Gen/WFA) is one antidote …

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