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 >
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 >
As my tenure at Byrd Barr Place is coming to a close, I’ve been reflecting on the past two decades. I’m incredibly grateful and humbled to have been part of this beautiful community and to know and have worked with all of you to further Byrd Barr Place’s mission. … Read Full Article >
To be whole, healed and in community is central to Black liberation. White supremacy and capitalism exist in direct opposition to our well-being, and in our struggle for freedom and brighter futures, Audre Lorde reminds us that our fiercest battles are often silent, invisible and deeply internal…. Read Full Article >
The heart of any organization is its people.
Having served for over 24 years, Byrd Barr Place Accountant Lydia Jocson represents a steady committed heartbeat of our organization. In this conversation, she shares her background, her journey with Byrd Barr Place, and what she’ll miss most as she looks towards her retirement. … Read Full Article >
Ushering Black life into this world is a beautiful responsibility, one that both relies upon and strengthens community. As the old African proverb says, “It takes a village to raise a child,” and healthy mothers and children are our pride and joy…. Read Full Article >
What does it mean to know who you are?
In speaking with the newest Energy Assistance Program Client Advocate Jada Stevenson, we dig into her background, her family history, and the role she believes Black women play in creating an equitable future for Black Washingtonians…. Read Full Article >
We are excited to announce that we will be partnering again with College Money Habits Founder Obioha Okereke! Starting in April, we will be offering one virtual workshop & our first ever financial education cohort program. … Read Full Article >
Everyone who comes into The Market at Byrd Barr Place is familiar with Leon Forde and his infectious smile and energy. His care for the community is evident in each conversation he has and he puts his whole heart into everything he does…. Read Full Article >
We are writing to share bittersweet news. After a 20-year tenure with Byrd Barr Place, Andrea Caupain Sanderson will be stepping down as our CEO at the end of June 2023…. Read Full Article >
We’re back in our firehouse home at 722 18th Ave in the Central District, and are open Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The hours of our new food bank, “The Market," are Tuesday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesday 12 to 4 p.m, and Thursday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Other essential services can be accessed via our website or by calling 206-812-4940.
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722 18th Avenue
Seattle, WA 98122
206-812-4940
Mailing Address:
1143 Martin Luther King Jr Way
Box 158
Seattle, WA 98122
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