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Bad title I know, more of an explanation below which will hopefully get a better answer than “Goodwill, duh”. I have used, but still very usable, kitchenware that I’m hoping to donate to someone in need. The reason I’m reluctant to just dump it off at a thrift store is because the plates and utensils are a matching set (rather than someone having to cobble together a set of mismatched plates and bowls from Goodwill) and because it’s got most of the basics in it that someone could use to get their kitchen set up at least part of the way. Are there any organizations that help people transition out of houselessness, or that help DV survivors, who take donations like these? I looked at Mary’s Place and it looks like they only want new stuff unless I read their website wrong. I thought about trying FB Marketplace but like I said I’d like to be able to give this stuff to someone who could really benefit from it, rather than whoever is just fastest to reply to a free stuff ad. Thanks in advance for any suggestions.

I’m not sure if this friend is supposed to be outside, but I met them on the sidewalk around Columbia City PCC. They said hello, obtained head scratches and went about their day.

Headed to SeaTac and the light rail is arriving 20mins later than Google maps expected. It was definitely going slower than its normal speed and was wondering if anyone knew why?

Moving to Seattle for a job at the University of Washington. Which neighborhood would you target for renting a home that balances reasonable proximity to the University with great schools (ideally public) for elementary aged children. A family friendly neighborhood would be ideal. Seeing a lot of mixed reviews on public schools in the area.

I AM IN SEATTLE. THIS POST REFERS TO A TAX FUNDED PROGRAM SPECIFIC TO SEATTLE. MODS PLEASE DO NOT CENSOR ME UNDER THE EXCUSE THAT NY POST IS SOMEHOW UNRELATED TO SEATTLE. IT OBVIOUSLY IS ABOUT SEATTLE. I AM AT THE END OF MY ROPE. I'm so upset. 4 months ago my bicycle was destroyed and my rib fractured by an idiot on an E-Bike who hit me head on because he was going full speed down a sidewalk while I was slowly turning a corner going up a slight incline. He refused to give me his information. I filed a police report but of course they won't do anything. I look to see if there is some way to get enough money to fix my bicycle so I can start riding again and all I see is this $1,200 tax funded voucher for an e-bike. I just want my normal bike back. Sorry for venting.

Hello! I’m a political science student at UW. I have an assignment where I need to study a political crowd coming up, but I work full time and am a full time student. I’ve had a hard time finding events that fit into my schedule, and I’d love some suggestions from the people of Seattle. If you guys know of any campaign events, protests, city hall meeting, or anything else politically themed coming up locally, please drop it in the comments!!

I went to check this morning and it was gone! Did I miss something!? Does anyone know? 😞 I felt so welcomed there...

It’s that time of year. I’m craving apple cider donuts and need your recommendations for where I can get them in Seattle! I never seem to see them anywhere, but I tend to frequent the same places. Thanks!

Hi, I have a ticket to Kishi Bashi and I’ve got a migraine. Does anyone want it for free? It’s at the Crocodile tonight.

Throwaway account because I am a member of the PTA. Someone in the PTA wanted to have our PTA lobby to allow separation between schools and shelters for the persistently homeless. The WSPTA reviewed it and told our local PTA that separating shelters from schools is against State PTA policies (antiracism, anti-oppression, safety?!?!?, equity). I'm pretty progressive, but this is certifiably insane. Since when is asking for some separation between homeless shelters and schools inconsistent with keeping children safe? The Washington State PTA, an organization that is supposed to advocate for children, is opposing even a modest buffer between homeless shelters and schools. Let that sink in. E-mail text below: FWD: from Resolutions Chair Melissa Stone After reviewing the proposed “School and Child Care Safety in Housing and Shelter Siting” resolution, WSPTA concludes that it would conflict with established WSPTA positions. The proposed buffer and protected locations would make it difficult to impossible to site permanent supportive housing, indoor emergency housing or an indoor emergency shelter. The underlying message of the resolution is that supportive housing poses a safety risk to students; they cite the safe routes to schools and e-prep resolutions. Yet, they provide zero evidence that there is a safety risk. In King County, housing instability disproportionally impacts BIPOC people and included 1370 families in the most recent count. The resolution would further limit opportunities for housing stability. https://kcrha.org/community-data/king-county-point-in-time-count/ How the proposed resolution conflicts with WSPTA positions: Legislative Principle - Health and Well-Being of children and Youth: Washington State PTA shall identify and initiate education and action on public policy that protects and promotes the health and welfare of children and youth. The association shall support: Services for homeless youth and children in foster care https://www.wastatepta.org/focus-areas/advocacy/legislative-principles/ Legislative Principle - Safe and Nurturing Environments for Children and Youth: Washington State PTA shall identify and initiate education and action on public policy that provides safe and supportive settings and climates for children and youth. The association shall support: Anti-racism, anti-discrimination, anti-oppression https://www.wastatepta.org/focus-areas/advocacy/legislative-principles/ Resolution 2.26 Dismantling Institutional and Systemic Racism calls on WSPTA and its local PTAs and councils to be anti-racist and to dismantle discriminatory practices and systems (housing being mentioned). Specifically, the last Resolved clause: https://www.wastatepta.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/WSPTA-Resolution-2.26-Dismantling-Institut-and-Systemic-Racism-2020.pdf Resolved, that Washington State PTA and its local PTAs and councils will advocate for anti-racist legislation and policies to end systemic and institutional racism, including but not limited to: Addressing funding and resource inequities to ensure allocations and supports reflect the needs of BIPOC and other underserved communities. Ensuring equity, eliminating discrimination, and combating racism in our government, public health, healthcare, economy, housing, legal and justice systems, and schools. Resolution 2.27 Improving Outcomes for Children and Youth in highly Mobile Populations (which includes students facing homelessness or housing instability) Resolved clause 1 specifically says in part: https://www.wastatepta.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/WSPTA-Resolution-2.27-Improving-Outcomes-Highly-Mobile-Populations.pdf Resolved, that Washington State PTA and its local PTAs and councils advocate for equitable, anti-racist public policies and legislation that improve outcomes and graduation rates for all highly mobile children and youth such as students experiencing foster care, homelessness, housing instability, incarceration or who are in migrant or military families by: Protecting their right to a healthy, safe, stable, and crisis-free environment; Preventing homelessness and reducing housing instability and food insecurity for children, youth, and families; Adoption of the proposed resolution would conflict with adopted WSPTA positions and put any local PTA or council that does so in violation of the Standards of Affiliation and WSPTA Uniform Bylaws, which would risk their PTA charter. WSPTA Policy Manual (3.1.1 SOA Agreement Requirements): https://www.wastatepta.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/FINAL-WSPTA-Policy-Manual_Aug-2025-.pdf WSPTA Uniform Bylaws (Section 2 Basic Policies-local PTA and council): https://www.wastatepta.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/2026-2027-WSPTA-Uniform-Bylaws_July-1-2026.pdf