May, 2014

The Urban Rest Stop was selected as a finalist in the Human Services category of the Washington Women's Foundation Pooled Fund Grant Awards.  Final award voting by the full membership of the Washington Women's Foundation will take place in early June.

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The summer edition of the Punk Rock Flea Market comes to LIHI's basement and parking lot on Saturday June 7th.  Located at 2407 First Ave. in Belltown, this is Seattle's ONLY Punk Rock Flea Market! Under ground, above board, and 100% unambiguous! The bargains, beats and booze flow freely ALL DAY. The PRFM is a full on flea market with everything from music and clothing, to furniture, computers, stereo equipment, handmade apparel, shoes, vegan treats, info from nonprofit groups, books, art, bikes, skateboards and whatever else we can fit into the space. Our "Punk Rock" name refers as much to the DIY spirit of the event as it does to any particular music or lifestyle. Still just $1 to get in, AND WORTH EVERY PENNY.  $1 entry fee supports LIHI housing and services.

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We are excited to share that LIHI was invited by Vulcan Inc. to participate in their special event - Generocity - a celebration of Seattle's generous and philanthropic spirit! This showcase of 35 local nonprofits provides one night for Seattle's next generation of givers to learn, celebrate, and enjoy the nonprofits and individuals that make our city the most generous on earth. Sponsored by Russell Investments, Brotherton Cadillac Buick GMC, and Regence, Generocity encourages guests to become a volunteer, donate their time, or simply revel in the accomplishments of their fellow Seattleites that are changing the world. Join us at Generocity on Wednesday, June 18! Tickets are on sale at www.seattlemet.com/generocity.

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On May 6th LIHI supporters came through in a BIG way, donating $20,000 to LIHI's Supportive Services Program and Urban Rest Stops as part of the Seattle Foundation's annual GiveBIG event. Our residents and patrons are grateful for your support. Your donations stabilize hundreds of lives.  We are humbled by your generosity.  We could not do this work without you.

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Thanks for your support!

  

    

  

Sharon Lee

Executive Director

Low Income Housing Institute