Building Community that is Humane, Compassionate and Just

Community Resources Connections Request for Proposals Available Now!

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Faith and Community-Based organizations that are currently, or are interested in meeting critical needs of low-income households have an opportunity to build their capacity. Houses of worship and local non-profits that are located in Thurston, Pierce or Kitsap counties are encouraged to participate. Capacity building will be provided through a series of training workshops, coupled with one-on-one technical assistance, or mentoring. Additionally, participating faith and community-based organizations will be granted $5,000-$20,000 for capacity buildings measures.

Applications are due Monday February 26, no later than 3 pm. Are you wondering if you might qualify for this program? Are you interested in learning more about Community Resource Connections? If so, click here

To learn more about the Community Resource Connections Project and the application process, interested applicants are highly encouraged to attend one of two remaining information sessions:

If you have any questions, please contact the Program Manager for Community Resource Connections:

Meet 'n' Greet Our New Executive Director

Join us for any one of nine community meetings throughout Tacoma and Pierce County being hosted by Associated Ministries' Board of Directors.

Our new executive director, Rev. Chris Morton, will speak for fifteen minutes about the future of Associated Ministries, and then we will have a conversation around five questions -- exploring how your church and its members can be engaged directly in Associated Ministries' programs and services, AND engage in a conversation about how Associated Ministries can strengthen local congregations and your ministries. Please join us, and invite a friend. Click Here to Download PDF Flyer

Interfaith Advocacy Day in Olympia on Feb. 16

Washington Association of Churches invites you to participate in Interfaith Advocacy Day in Olympia on Tuesday, February 16, 2010. This event is an opportunity for members and friends of our faith communities to gather with other faithful citizens of the State of Washington to "Lift Every Voice" for compassion and justice in the deliberation of our State’s public policies. This year’s advocacy day will include faith traditions that share a common vision of God’s peace on earth. Through diverse in our traditions and political opinions, we are united in our efforts to bring about a more peaceful and just world. For more information visit the website at www.thewac.org.

UPS to Host Swope Lecture Feb. 15

The Spring 2010 Swope Lecture will be given on Monday, February 15, by Dr. Steven Prothero of Boston University. Dr. Prothero will be speaking at 7:30 pm in Schneebeck Concert Hall on "Religious Literacy in a Furiously Religious World." The event is free but ticketed; tickets will be available at the UPS Information Center in Wheelock Student Center beginning Jan. 20th.

Three Interfaith Amigos @ 2010 Annual Meeting

A rabbi, a minister, and an imam....no, it's not a joke....it's the "Three Interfaith Amigos" of Seattle who will bring us a powerful, fun-filled message of the importance of developing personal relationships with people from all faith traditions.  

This year's annual meeting will include a very nice lunch from the new bistro at Goodwill Industries, a short business meeting to elect the new Board members, elect officers, recognize years of service, and recognize outstanding volunteers.

Thursday, February 18th
Catholic Community Services

1323 Yakima Ave., Tacoma 98405

• 11:30 - 12:15: Lunch and Board Elections

• 12:15 - 1:00: Three (Interfaith) Amigos

RSVP to Michele at 253-383-3056 x 107
or email Michele | Download PDF Flyer

Associated Ministries Partners with PC-CoSA

In our efforts to develop stronger communities, Associated Ministries is keenly aware of the need to ensure a high level of safety for all of the people living in the community; those who have lived in the neighborhood or community all of their lives, and those who are just moving in. Supporting Pierce County Circles of Support and Accountability (PC-CoSA) as Associated Ministries' newest initiative is the religious community's way of living into the Biblical injunction to "love the stranger, for you were once a stranger in the land of Egypt." (Deut 19.10). Find Out More

Associated Ministries Assisting in Local Rental Assistance Program

Associated Ministries is the centralized location for intake and eligibility determination for the Recovery Act Rental Assistance Program offered through federal stimulus monies, the City of Tacoma, and local partnering agencies.

Households of all sizes need to still be in their rental housing but at eminent risk of losing their housing, have no other community or family support, meet income guidelines and be recently impacted by the downturn in our economy.

Are you facing evictions (within two weeks?)
Have you had a sudden loss of income?

• Hours cut at work?
• Laid off?
• Unemployment running out?
• Start a new job and have not received your first paycheck yet?

Learn More About the Rental Assistance Program

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Energy Assistance Program for Tough Times

Eligibility income guidelines for the program are as follows (see chart)

Clergy, friends, and neighbors we need your help to get the word out to those who need help with their energy bill. This new energy program serves individuals and families that may not be eligible under any other assistance program. Many eligible recipients struggle to pay their bills even though one or two parents work. Many individuals who qualify have never asked for assistance and don’t know where to turn for help. We need your help to get the word out!

The grant is available to individuals and families who are current TPU clients and who fall within the specified income guidelines. Grants can be used to cover electrical charges, reconnect charges and late fees (grants may not be used to cover meter tampering charges or deposits). For more information about the Tacoma Power Aid Grant, income requirements, or to apply for the grant, please contact us at: (253) 651-5065. Individuals are limited to assistance once in a twelve month period. Payments will be $150 per household.

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