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1 R Special Advertising Section | SUNDAY, APRIL 28, 2019 21 www.WashingtonNature.org ccsww.org w childhaven.org www.ekarifoundation.org www.familylawcasa.org Catholic Community Services and Catholic Housing Services are the largest private provider of social services in Washington State. Our employees and volunteers serve and support poor and vulnerable individuals, children and families of all beliefs through quality, integrated services and housing. We actively join with others to work for justice. Since 1909, Childhaven has been a safe and caring place for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Today, our early learning, early intervention, and counseling programs support the well-being of children and families in the communities we serve. We envision a world where all children thrive, regardless of what they’ve experienced. EKARI is a nonprofit tackling extreme poverty in Malawi, Africa, supporting education and economic community development. We build knowledge and skills within youth and their surrounding communities so they can lift themselves out of poverty. GiveBIG and help disadvantaged youth complete high school and go on to higher education. You can provide the gift of safety. Family Law CASA advocates for local children in high-risk custody cases so they have a chance for a safe, secure home life, significantly reducing the risk of abuse and neglect. This is a free service for low-income families in King County. (206) 748-9700 (541) 632-4067 www.newbegin.org ncascades.org (206) 343-4344 (206) 328-5707 Inspire and empower environmental stewardship for all through transformative educational experiences in nature. Your support of Institute youth programs creates shared learning experiences in nature that deepen connections with people and place – building community and inspiring action, so that together we can act to protect our beloved and troubled world! (360) 854-2599 The Nature Conservancy in Washington is dedicated to sustaining and enhancing a healthy relationship between people and nature. As part of the largest global conservation organization, we are uniquely positioned to deliver innovative solutions to the most pressing environmental needs in Washington— and around the world. MHNW is the largest producer of affordable family housing in Seattle, offering onsite programs that help youth residents succeed in school. In the next school year, we’ll add 243 homes for families with low incomes. Your gift helps us provide 1,250 kids with new backpacks and supplies, and a fresh start for the school year! www.mercyhousing.org/ northwest (206) 838-5700 (206) 783-4520 New Beginnings empowers survivors and mobilizes community awareness and action to end domestic violence. Our services promote safer, healthier lives through a 24-hour Helpline, housing services (including an apartment community), individual and legal advocacy, mental health therapy, adult and youth support groups, safety planning, community education and prevention trainings.