SKCAC Industries and Employment Services

Established in 1967, SKCAC was organized as a non-profit corporation with the goal of helping people with disabilities become full members of society, through work training programs leading to jobs.

In the 80’s they focused on training and employment for packaging and assembly and grounds maintenance work.

In the 90’s they expanded to provide increased employment support opportunities in the community and since 2000 provide training and work opportunities, job placement and on-going supports for individuals to seek successful jobs in community businesses.

Over the years SKCAC has changed and grown in how it delivers on its mission to meet the needs of adults with disabilities, providing a chance to be a part of a productive workforce, increase independence, reduce dependence on outside support and be active participants in their communities.

Source: www.skcac.org

The Genesis Project

The Genesis Project is a drop in center designed to provide support to survivors of commercial sexual exploitation in the South King County Area. They offer hope to survivors of sex trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation.

Source: genesisnow.org

Kent HOPE

KentHOPE is a partnership in Kent, WA, of faith-based groups, Seattle's Union Gospel Mission, Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation, service clubs, social service agencies, businesses and individuals. Their mission is to build community by providing stable pathways out of homelessness while caring for body, mind and spirit.

Source: kenthope.org

Catholic Community Services of Western Washington

Catholic Community Services is “the largest local provider of assistance to poor and vulnerable people in the state of WA” (from their website). CCS sponsors the HOME program in Kent to shelter homeless men, runs Katherine House, also in Kent as well as Rita’s House in Auburn, both of which provide transitional housing for homeless women who are in recovery from addiction. CCS can help clients with pregnancy and parenting support, foster care, child and family mental health, senior chore services, and other help.

Source: ccsww.org

Kent Community Foundation

Since 1986 the Kent Community Foundation has provided scholarships and donations to support a vibrant community through partnerships and philanthropy.

Source: kentcf.com

Kent Youth & Family Services

For over 44 years, Kent Youth & Family Services has promoted healthy development of children, youth and families in South King County by providing professional counseling, education and support services.

Source: http://kyfs.org

Kent Food Bank and Emergency Services

The Kent Food Bank began operations in 1970 as a temporary agency to serve Kent families during an economic recession. It has grown into a permanent agency, providing for basic needs, food, clothing and shelter to thousands of families a year. 

Source: http://kentfoodbank.org/

Communities in Schools of Kent

Communities In Schools of Kent was originally started in 1991 as the Kent Community Council for At-Risk Children and Youth. From its inception, the organization has acted as a forum to bring together a variety of service providers, school district and local government personnel to work on behalf of the birth through 19 population in the Kent School District.

Source: https://kent.ciswa.org/

Institute for Community Leadership

The Institute for Community Leadership works to empower individuals and organizations to create a vision of a more just nation and world and to develop and sustain within themselves the strength, hope, leadership relationships and organizational integrity to bring about that vision.

Source: http://icleadership.org/

Kent Parks Foundation

The Kent Parks Foundation's mission is to preserve Kent's green spaces, and promote active and healthy lifestyles for youth and families through recreation and cultural activities.

Source: http://www.kentparksfoundation.org/

Kent Schools Foundation

The Kent Schools Foundation was established in 2012 to help fund innovative and equitable learning opportunities for all students in the Kent School District. The Foundation brings together parents, teachers, businesses and community leaders to enrich school environments and support students needing estra help.

Source: http://kentschoolsfoundation.org/