Category: Advocacy and Insights

Byrd Barr Place’s thought leadership in researching trends and data is a growing area of expertise and a strategic way to be accountable to the community’s needs. Our Research and… Read Full Article >

Good health is essential to quality of life. Living in a safe home, having enough food to eat, stable employment, attending good schools, and living in neighborhoods where people trust… Read Full Article >

What comes to mind when you think of criminal justice? For Blacks, two words arise: Disparity and mistrust. The criminal justice system is responsible for protecting neighborhoods and building trust,… Read Full Article >

A lack of teacher diversity. Inadequate funding for K-12. The rising cost of college tuition. How can education be the great equalizer in the face of these obstacles? Black Washingtonians,… Read Full Article >

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 >

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 >

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 >

We have one thing to say…and that is thank you to all of the generous people and groups who supported our Groupon Grassroots campaign that ran from July 31 –… Read Full Article >

Byrd Barr Place’s Food Bank touches so many lives…have you been helped, or someone you care about? The facts are staggering: More than 387,000 families in Washington State are unsure… Read Full Article >

March 18, 2013 is the first day that residents who have their heat included with rent can apply for Byrd Barr Place’s Energy Assistance Program. To receive energy assistance, clients… Read Full Article >