Losing food and going without heat for days puts a strain on everyone. But for low-income families already struggling with food insecurity, this loss is more than just an inconvenience – it’s a setback that can take weeks to recover from.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture reports that 28.5 million children across the United States rely on school-sponsored meals. In north and east King County alone, over 17,730 of these children depend on free or reduced-fee school meal programs according to the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. When school is out, these kids lose their primary source of daily nutrition. 

Last summer, Hopelink’s Food Assistance program was awarded an American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Grant for Food and Wellness from the City of Bellevue. The grant provided funds to purchase gift cards for clients and food to support the Bellevue Food Market.  

Hopelink is excited to welcome Common as our guest speaker at the 28th Annual Reaching Out Luncheon! Common is an award-winning artist, actor, author, and activist who’s broken down barriers with both his musical artistry and critically acclaimed roles in both film and TV. Additionally, Common has dedicated countless hours and has been deeply engaged […]