At Helping Link/Một Dấu Nối, we are continually inspired by the dreams and determination of our students, as one recently shared: “I have a dream that one day I’ll be able to speak with my co-workers, neighbors and friends. I know it is far away, but I will achieve it.”This simple yet powerful dream reminds...
This past spring’s GiveBIG campaign highlighted the incredible generosity of our community. Thanks to your support, Vietnamese immigrant refugee families gained access to education, technology and essential services, making a meaningful impact in their lives.“Every gift, big or small, helps a family thrive and strengthens our community.”We are deeply grateful to everyone who donated. Even...
Volunteers are the heart of our organization, filling every need over the past 31 years. While many have moved on to new chapters, we’ve been fortunate to welcome new faces who continue to carry our mission forward....
I've been volunteering for Helping Link for more than three years now, since 2021. I help on the Fund Development Team, researching and writing grant applications, supporting other kinds of fundraising, and maintaining relationships with funders. It's tremendously rewarding. I've met and connected with wonderful, talented people. I've known the thrill of success in helping...
Dear Friends, It’s hard to believe that only three months have passed since the start of 2025. Yet, the uncertainty and fear from recent federal actions have already weighed heavily on our community. For an organization like Helping Link/Một Dấu Nối , dedicated to supporting refugees and immigrants, these challenges feel especially personal. Thank you for...
Springtime brings with it thoughts and reflections about growth and life anew. Helping Link/Một Dấu Nối is happily settling into our new community HUB* located in Renton. We invite you to drop by for a visit if you have not yet seen it. This is where we now hold classes and gatherings. *Hope, Unity, Belonging The swift...
Helping Link currently has several available volunteer positions. Give of your time and talents for an unforgettable and rewarding experience. Here’s a look at some of the ways you can volunteer: Instructor/TutorEnglish as A Second Language CitizenshipIpad/IphoneTutoring Graphic Designer Grant writer Marketing Board of Directors Interested in any of these volunteer roles? Visit www.helpinglink.org/volunteer to learn more. As part of signing...
Diane Cowles, Honorable Board Advisor for Helping Link, shares outcomes and goals from gathering of leaders. On Seafair Weekend in early August, within a pocket of quietness at Helping Link’s new hub’s meeting facility, a dedicated group of Helping Link staff, Board Members and volunteers met for a Strategic Planning Retreat. Under the expert guidance...
31st Gala: Seeds of Change—Cultivating Community Like a bridge that connects multiple points, Helping Link aims to unite and connect the Vietnamese-American community, while also empowering members to celebrate their histories, cultures and traditions. Helping Link-Một Dấu Nối is marking 31 years of service to the Vietnamese community this fall and we want you to be part...
Cassie Koscianski shares her rewarding experiences as an ESL teaching volunteer. Three years ago, I decided to get involved in the local community through volunteering. Helping Link offered a meaningful way for me to meet new people and build connections. My experience has been filled with heartwarming moments and inspiring stories. I’ve witnessed the determination of...
