Disproportionally high rates of unemployment. A low-wage job market with racial discrimination. High cost of living. These barriers to economic security have long existed for Black Washingtonians, but in recent… Read Full Article >
Calling all Champions for Change: GiveBIG on May 5!
When so many people around us need help, we can only overcome these obstacles with our community by our side…that’s You, our Champions for Change! On Tuesday May 5th, your… Read Full Article >
New Study on Blacks in Washington Released
We are thrilled to announce the release of a new study: “Creating an Equitable Future for Black Washingtonians”. About a year ago Byrd Barr Place formed a coalition which commissioned… Read Full Article >
Help us Take Out Hunger on April 7!
For many families in Seattle, eating 3 meals a day is a struggle—they can barely make ends meet. On April 7, we’re asking you to skip just 1 meal and… Read Full Article >
Bridge the Gap Stories: Jean M.
Byrd Barr Place was contacted by Jean’s daughter Stacy who was looking for help for her mother. Jean has a chronic respiratory illness which requires her to use medical life… Read Full Article >
Bridge the Gap Stories: Constance R.
“I’ve been so worried about how I’m going to make it. My kids are everything and I hate that they have to go through this.” Constance, a domestic violence survivor,… Read Full Article >
Bridge the Gap Stories: Joshua
“I can’t thank you enough for everything that you have done for me. I’ll be okay after this. You have helped a lot.” Joshua was a single dad facing not… Read Full Article >
Get Your Taxes Done for Free!
Byrd Barr Place has partnered with United Way to become a drop site for United Way’s Free Tax Prep Campaign. Income-qualifying individuals and families are eligible to receive free tax… Read Full Article >
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