message from the ED

Exactly twelve years ago, at 7 pm, we welcomed a woman into The Sophia's Way's overnight shelter at First Congregational Church. It was snowing hard outside. She was offered a hot dinner and a warm night's sleep. A few months later, her case manager helped...

  "In this season of thanks, I wanted to reach out to each and every one of you, and thank you for all that you have done for The Sophia Way to provide for the safety, health and security of all the women that we serve. It's...

Dear Friends, As the sun dips earlier each day and the leaves begin to turn, we are taking time to reflect on the future of The Sophia Way. Last week, we invited community leaders to share their ideas, thoughts, and dreams to help chart the strategic direction...

It is a very different summer than those of years past. However, we continue to look for the sunshine and blue skies to uplift our spirits to better cope with the pandemic and systemic racism that plagues our nation. The Sophia Way hosted a healing vigil...

[vc_row][vc_column width='2/3']There is movement against systemic racism, against police brutality and racial injustice. There is movement to live without fear. There is movement that we cannot ignore. We must work together to tear down the systems that perpetuate racism in our society. We are ALL impacted by...

Dear Friends, Like many of you, we are processing what is happening on the Eastside, in Seattle, and across the nation. We are deeply concerned that in our community and our country, there are places where people are not treated equally; that systemic racism exists in...

Dear Friends, It gives me great pleasure to share with you a touching note from a guest at our shelter. "I am eternally grateful for these optimal health precautions and a chance at rest and relaxation. It has been extremely positive and stabilizing, giving me deep healing...

Dear Friends, We have much to be grateful for. The sun is shining in our community and social distancing seems to be working. We celebrate that news, and we celebrate YOU! In the last 45 days, when our world turned upside down and we faced a reality...

Dear Friends, As the world and our community come together, we hope that you and your loved ones are healthy and safe. This past month has been daunting and extraordinary for all of us. Our communities are being pushed and tested in ways far beyond what we...

The Sophia Way is closely monitoring the increasing health crisis in our community. Please check this page as we keep you updated about our news and our critical needs. We are working together as a community to support the women we serve, and now, more...