Solid Ground works to meet basic needs, nurture success, and promote change to create a community beyond poverty and oppression where all people have equitable opportunity to thrive.

Solid Ground

Solid Ground | 3,855 followers on LinkedIn. Solid Ground envisions a community beyond poverty and oppression where all people have equitable opportunity to thrive.  | Our communities are stronger when we support stability and break down the barriers to overcoming poverty. Solid Ground combines direct services with advocacy to meet basic needs, nurture success, and spread change. 

Through 20+ programs, people gain stability and build skills that equip them to move forward in their lives.

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While we’re grateful that City Council restored some of the deep funding cuts to tenant services proposed by Mayor Harrel, what they’ve passed is still about 40% less funding than past years to help keep Seattle residents from losing their homes. This cut could mean that tenant services organizations will be forced to scale back their programs for people on the brink of homelessness at a time when eviction rates are at historic highs and more people are experiencing homelessness than ever before. Solid Ground is committed to finding ways to continue supporting Seattle renters at risk of losing their homes. We are especially grateful to Councilmember Morales for championing efforts to fully fund tenant services, and to Councilmember Moore for her support. https://lnkd.in/gGpQF6k8

Elections have always put organizations like Solid Ground in a difficult position. As a federally registered nonprofit, Solid Ground is prohibited from participating in electoral politics. But as people – staff, volunteers, participants, and supporters – we’re all experiencing strong emotions at this time, including concerns about what this election means for our shared future. Many of us are thinking about what this transition means for our nation, our community, and the people we serve. As monumental as this moment may feel, it does not change the fundamental commitment and passion that brings us together at Solid Ground: building community to end poverty and undo the forces of oppression that cause it – especially racism. And so, in this time of government transition, we will not waver in our work to uplift the people we serve, break down barriers to resources and opportunities, and solve poverty through our services and advocacy. We are prepared to take on any new challenges – or opportunities – that result from this transition. Building community together often requires the grace and presence to see past disagreement and find new ways to build consensus – especially when common ground feels most out of reach. In that spirit, I encourage you to remember that there’s no political or ideological litmus test for our donors, staff, volunteers, or participants. Some will celebrate these results; others will mourn them. For Solid Ground, it’s a time to refocus on the amazing work we have ahead of us, regardless of who is in the White House. In Community, Shalimar Gonzales Solid Ground CEO

Huge thanks to FareStart for stopping by Sand Point Housing with their Mobile Community Market! Their pop-up makes it easier for residents to get fresh food without having to travel outside of the community 🤩 They'll be back at Sand Point next Thursday with more food staples!

No matter the outcome of next week’s Election Day, we’ll continue our work to support neighbors on their pathway out of poverty. We hope you’ll continue to join us in the shared commitment to community! Oh, and don’t forget to VOTE ✅

It was a lively discussion at last week's Salon MINDING THE GAP: Poverty, homelessness and restoring our broken mental health system. Special thank you to the panelists who took the time to share their insights and expertise, and to DeAunte Damper for moderating such an important conversation 🙌 You can watch the full event online: https://lnkd.in/gdjcMNdj

If you're concerned about Mayor Harrell’s budget cuts to human services, Seattle City Council NEEDS to hear from you this week. The Seattle City Council only has until FRIDAY, November 1st to submit amendments to the budget, which means NOW is the time to speak up and protect resources that help keep families housed. 📢 CALL TO ACTION: Send an email to your councilmembers urging them to amend the budget and re-invest in homelessness prevention. The Seattle/King County Coalition on Homelessness has an email template that makes it easy to advocate: https://lnkd.in/gUwWGjxW

"We weave an essential net that catches thousands of our Seattle neighbors each year before they lose their housing or fall into homelessness. Just a few million dollars — a small drop in the $8.3 billion city budget — funds this vital work. Cutting this support in half will unravel this net." Our CEO Shalimar Gonzales joined the directors of the Catholic Community Services & InterIm CDA for this important op-ed: https://lnkd.in/g5896S3z

When Lee Harper joined our agency as a farm coordinator in 1998, Marra Farm was a tangle of weeds. Now, Marra Farm grows and distributes 10,000 lbs of organic produce per year to combat hunger, empower families & most of all, build community: a great skill that Lee has carried with her beyond Solid Ground. Learn more about Lee's impact at Solid Ground, and more of our history: https://lnkd.in/grz8XCdy

🚍 We're hiring an Operations Supervisor to support the team at Solid Ground Transportation, where we provide accessible transportation throughout King County. Apply on our website! https://lnkd.in/gDhkvXJj

💼 We're looking to hire an Administrative Coordinator who can help create a healing space for DV survivors at Solid Ground's Broadview shelter. Take a look and apply on our website! https://lnkd.in/gGc5t4Ay

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