Happy Independence Day! We will be closed today and tomorrow in observance of the holiday. Have a wonderful holiday weekend, and we’ll see you on Monday!

Enough is enough. It was enough during Columbine, it was enough during the numerous murders of innocent children here in Seattle, and it's been enough since we allowed politics to come before people. We must take decisive action to end gun violence. seattletimes.com/seattle-news/a…

🎉 Join us at our 60th Anniversary Block Party! 🎉 🗓️ Saturday, July 20, 2024 🕚 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM 📍 722 18th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122 Hosted by Sync Seattle, with DJ Kun Luv, performances by Gifted Gab & more! 🎶🎉 Free entry for all! RSVP now: event.auctria.com/dc2dc339-a928-…

Need help paying your energy bill? We got you. Eligible Seattle households can get up to $2,000 paid on your utility bill, plus a new A/C unit. Visit our website to learn more! bit.ly/BBPEnergy

Our 60th Diamond Gala is fast approaching! Can you guess who our featured speaker is? Our speaker was named one of TIME Magazine’s top 100 most influential people in the world! Keep an eye out for RSVP information coming soon!

This year we are celebrating 60 years of community service and action. Can you guess our featured speaker for this year’s 60th Diamond Gala celebration? Here’s another clue: Our speaker is a prolific author having written over 10 books! Keep an eye out for RSVP information!

Join us this Saturday for the Byrd Barr Place Block Party! Enjoy free festivities including spades & dominos by SYNC Seattle, music, performances, vendors, face painting, a dunk tank and more! Celebrate 60 years with us! RSVP: event.auctria.com/dc2dc339-a928-… seattlemedium.com/byrd-barr-plac…

The Byrd Barr Place Block Party is just 2 days away! Join us for a free celebration with local artists, vendors and leaders. Enjoy face painting, dominos, spades, music, and much more! RSVP: bit.ly/BBPBlockParty Interested in volunteering? Email [email protected]

We are excited to announce that our featured speaker for our 60th Diamond Gala is none other than the iconic Angela Davis! Get your jewels and glam for this formal fundraising gala celebrating our rich history from CAMP to Byrd Barr Place. We can’t wait to party with you!

DEADLINE APPROACHING! Keep cool this summer! Qualified Seattle households can still receive support on utility bills, or a free A/C unit. The deadline for applications is Wednesday, July 31, 2024. For more information visit: bit.ly/BBPEnergy

This year marks 60 years of community service. Each month, we proudly share our impact through the Energy Assistance Program and The Market. In June, we served over 5,600 families, providing $212,000 in energy aid. Thank you for your support!

Today marks the start of Black Philanthropy Month, celebrating Black creativity in philanthropy. This year's theme, "Afro-Futures in Giving," highlights Black women leaders shaping new philanthropic futures. nonprofitquarterly.org/possibility-to…

We do this work out of love for our community. In July, through our Energy Assistance Program and The Market, we fed over 6,000 people and provided nearly $345,000 in utility aid, as we work to create an equitable Washington for all.

Our final plenary this morning featured new faces of #CommunityAction leadership, who shared ideas and inspiration on possibilities as experienced in Seattle and the broader region. We reconvene at 1:45 pm for breakout sessions! Solid Ground Multi-Service Center Byrd Barr Place #CAPCON24

Bring out your bling for a night of celebration! If you haven’t picked an outfit yet, here’s some inspo! Join us on Oct. 5 for one of Seattle’s most anticipated evenings with community leaders and special guest Angela Davis. Buy your ticket today: byrdbarrplace.org/60th/

Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell celebrated the updated Seattle Food Action Plan 🎉 Thank you to the more than 250 leaders from community organizations, Indigenous groups, and food justice advocacy teams for making this update possible ❤️ OSE was honored to celebrate its release with you!

"Access to healthy, affordable, and culturally relevant food is a right." - Dr. Angela Griffin We applaud Mayor Harrell's efforts to increase food security in Seattle and are proud to be part of a collaborative effort to ensure no one goes hungry. harrell.seattle.gov/2024/09/05/may…

For 60 years, Byrd Barr Place has thrived thanks to the dedication of our community. Ms. Elma Horton embodies our mission of equity and service. Read our 60th anniversary spotlight on this remarkable leader: byrdbarrplace.org/news/elma-hort…

The future of philanthropy will not be found in the current centers of power. As we reflect on #BlackPhilanthropyMonth, we dream of a future where we center the voices of people whom society has marginalized. Check out this month's blog here: blackfuturewa.org/news/centering…

Byrd Barr Place has empowered Washingtonians for 60 years, fostering equity through direct service and advocacy. As we celebrate our 60th Diamond Gala, join us in supporting our collective future. Interested in sponsoring? Contact [email protected].