Granddaughters and great-grandson of Ms. Roberta Byrd Barr, our organization’s namesake, talk about how their grandmother shaped their early lives and the legacy she leaves for future generations…. Read Full Article >
An end-of-year letter from CEO Dr. Angela Griffin
As we head into the holiday season and the last days of 2023, CEO Dr. Angela Griffin reflects on her first 6 months with Byrd Barr Place…. Read Full Article >
Meet Sarah Mestanza
“In a perfect world, my job wouldn’t exist.”
It was a pleasure to sit down with Sarah Mestanza, program coordinator for the Energy Assistance Program as she reflects upon her journey to Byrd Barr Place, and the necessity of inter-community solidarity in our work towards collective liberation…. Read Full Article >
Welcome the new season at our Fall Kick-off!
All community members are invited to join us for an afternoon of free family fun. Enjoy pumpkin decorating, face painting. local food vendors are more!… Read Full Article >
Meet Tremayne Edwards
The South has something to say!
This month we sit down with Tremayne Edwards, Byrd Barr Place’s new director of operations, as he shares glimpses of his Southern upbringing, his present time in the Pacific Northwest, and his global vision for an equitable Black future…. Read Full Article >
Thriving Together: Advancing Black Wealth and Homeownership
In the United States, homeownership has been touted as one of the best ways to build generational wealth. Beyond the financial benefits, homeownership has social and emotional benefits, allowing people to feel safe, have privacy and be rooted in their community…. Read Full Article >
Meet Dr. Angela Griffin
It is our pleasure to share more about our new CEO Dr. Angela Griffin! With a deep history in social and racial justice, our new leader is committed to guiding Byrd Barr Place into the future through deep listening, community engagement and shared leadership…. Read Full Article >
Byrd Barr Place 2021 – 2022 Annual Report
We achieved the “impossible” over the last two years. We created a space that we own and cannot be moved from. Read through our Annual Report to learn more about… Read Full Article >
Byrd Barr Place names Dr. Angela Griffin as CEO
The board of directors of Byrd Barr Place—a Black organization in Seattle’s Central District neighborhood that empowers people through essential services and advocacy—today announced they have selected Dr. Angela Griffin to serve as their next CEO…. Read Full Article >
Meet Tiffany Kelly-Gray
Byrd Barr Place is excited to introduce you to our new Impact Director Tiffany Kelly-Gray! Joining the team at an exciting period of transition, her work is focused on imagining the future of Byrd Barr Place and the steps required to take us to new heights…. Read Full Article >
