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...
Volunteer to Treasurer: Mary Kwan Smith Reflects on a Her Impact with Helping Link As the treasurer on the Board of Directors for Helping Link, I wanted to take this opportunity to share my Helping Link journey with you and provide a few updates. Let’s go back to 2010, where my journey began. Early in my career, I...
Although a June 9 fire in Seattle’s International District destroyed what was formerly the long-time home of Helping Link, an advocacy organization for the Vietnamese-American community, our organization was not affected as Helping Link moved out of the building months prior, relocating its operations to Renton. “I want to reach out to inform our friends in...
This is an exciting time for Helping Link/Một Dấu Nối. While the agency continues its 30-year tradition of helping Vietnamese refugee and immigrant families become established in King County, we are also taking on new challenges and opportunities. The agency is relocating our facility to Renton, the area with among the largest Vietnamese-American population in...
Mark your calendars! May 7-8 is #GiveBIG, a day where your generosity can make a huge impact on organizations such as Helping Link. Your support of Helping Link enables us to continue to provide vital classes and services to the Vietnamese-American community. The mission of Helping Link/Một Dấu Nối is to empower Vietnamese-Americans’ social adjustment, family stability...
Want to be a part of the great work of Helping Link and a make a difference in the lives of many?There are several ways you can get involved both as an employee or volunteers. These include: We’re Hiring Helping Link is looking to hire two staff members—an Executive Assistant and a Director of Programs. Learn more...
The falling leaves and colder weather bring awareness that our surroundings are changing again and that we need to adjust to this new landscape. Though Helping Link cannot just replace our spring jacket with a winter coat, we are adapting to our new environment. We are nearing the conclusion of our search for new office and...
At Helping Link’s 30th Annual Gala our guests were treated to the inspirational and moving words of keynote speaker, Juliet Le. Here are excerpts from her speech. “We will continue to be free in our doing” – Thich Nhat Hanh Xin chào tất cả moi ngoui đến đây tối nay. Tên con là vi Juliet Le. tên...
At Helping Link’s 30th Annual Gala our guests were treated to the inspirational and moving words of keynote speaker, Juliet Le. Here are excerpts from her speech. “We will continue to be free in our doing” – Thich Nhat Hanh Xin chào tất cả moi ngoui đến đây tối nay. Tên con là vi Juliet Le. tên...
Volunteers are integral to the work of Helping Link and supporting its mission and vision today and for the future. Consider making a difference in the lives of the Vietnamese community throughout the region as a volunteer. There are many opportunities available specific to interests. They include:•Board of Directors •Communications •Data Management •Instructors (ESL, Citizenship, iPad/ihone) •Grant Writers •Graphic...
