When Amber shared these words at our Fall Community Brunch, she captured not just her personal experience, but the heart of what we strive to be – a place of hope, belonging, and new beginnings. Her words remind us why we do what we do....
The Sophia Way began with a small group of compassionate individuals who saw a need and took action. Their commitment built more than programs – they created a place of hope and change for women experiencing homelessness. Many of those early volunteers are still with...
“There is no limit to what we, as women, can accomplish.” Michelle Obama As we celebrate Women’s History Month, we honor the extraordinary women who have been part of The Sophia Way’s journey – those who have supported and empowered women experiencing homelessness and those...
“When the world implodes and explodes… you can either stay the course the best you can, or adapt and evolve.” Dear Friends, I spoke those words in our video celebrating 15 years of Resilience and Renewal. At that moment, I was reflecting on the 2020 pandemic....
As we commemorate Black History Month, The Sophia Way recognizes the deep-rooted systemic barriers that have disproportionately impacted Black individuals in experiencing homelessness. According to the 2024 Point-in-Time Count, 19% of individuals experiencing homelessness in King County identify as Black or African American, despite making...
When winter temperatures plummet in King County, it can be life-threatening for women experiencing homelessness. During severe cold snaps, like the one in January and this week, The Sophia Way increases its shelter capacity – extending Day Center hours and adding extra beds – so...
For Jasmine, 42, her car had become her home. For more than a year, she lived in her vehicle at a safe parking program in Kirkland, enduring long, cold nights, constant uncertainty, and daily struggles. One day, she reached out to our Vehicle Outreach Coordinator who...
Dear Friends, As we step into 2025, I am deeply grateful for YOU, our community that embodies compassion, hope, and unwavering support for women experiencing homelessness on the Eastside. Together, we accomplished so much in 2024! Your generosity provided shelter and safety to over 500 women. Through...
The celebration of our 15-year journey on December 7 was incredible! We are deeply grateful to our community, staff, and compassionate supporters who have walked alongside the women we serve on their journey. As we look back, we also look forward with hope and determination...
October was a month to remember, brimming with energy, connection, and purpose. Our supporters and donors showed up in incredible ways, and the community's involvement reached new heights. With over 600 Microsoft employees engaging with us, 16 community members joining our Coffee with the Executive...