During the Flu Pandemic of 1918, Seattle had to mask up. You may know that Compass Housing Alliance began in 1920 on the heels of the Spanish Flu pandemic which claimed the lives of over 1,500 people in Seattle. The effects of a pandemic on a community are all too familiar nowadays. As Seattle suffered … Continue reading Compass Centennial: 100 years of service
Mary Steele, our Interim Executive Director, sent this letter to our staff regarding the killing of George Floyd. We wanted to share it with you, our greater Compass community, as this is such an important issue that touches all of us.
The safety and well-being of our clients, guests and residents, staff, and community members is of utmost importance to Compass Housing Alliance.
We've been working with our local health departments to implement their recommendations for keeping our guests, residents, and our staff healthy.
With temperatures lowering and snow in the forecast, it's even more important that we're able to keep people warm and dry. Your donations can help us be prepared for whatever the weather holds. If you'd like to donate items such as socks, gloves, hats, or other winter clothing, please contact Jennifer Marquette via email or … Continue reading Winter is Here: What We Need Now
We are so excited to share our refreshed website with you.
One way to learn more about Compass Housing Alliance is through volunteering. The start of a new year is the perfect time to think about how giving a little bit of your free time can make a big difference in the lives of the people we serve! Whether you volunteer with a small group or … Continue reading Become a Volunteer in 2020!
The chaplain at a shelter I used to work at met a woman while doing street outreach who asked for a dry pair of socks. It was raining and her feet had been wet most of the day. The chaplain started to apologize because he had already given out his last pair of socks. Then … Continue reading Happy Holidays from Mary Steele
As you start to plan for the holidays, consider volunteering or donating to Compass Housing Alliance to make the season brighter for the people we serve. We’ve got lots of ways to give back depending on how much time you have! Here are some ways to donate items: Host a giving tree. You and a group … Continue reading Holiday Giving Options for 2019!
Thank you for your support of Compass Housing Alliance this year. We hope your holiday weekend is full of time with loved ones, comfort, and warmth. Wishing you all the best this November!