Dear Friends, For many of us, communication is something we take for granted. But for Helping Link clients, arriving in a new homeland without the ability to speak, understand, or communicate in English is one of the most difficult periods of their lives. The words of one client resonate for many. When recalling the effect of Helping...
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...
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...
A Decade of VolunteeringJerry Lloyd has been supporting Helping Link as a volunteer since 2013. As a volunteer Jerry oversees the management of the Helping Link database, which involves entering the data and generating reports. Post-retirement he was looking to do some volunteer work that tapped into his interest in the software Salesforce, which manages the...
Make a Difference—Become a Board Member for Helping Link | Một Dấu Nối Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of Seattle's immigrant and refugee communities? If so, consider joining our team as a member of the Board of Directors. You will play a crucial role in guiding our organization’s strategic direction, overseeing...
A Decade of Volunteerism Jerry Lloyd has been supporting Helping Link as a volunteer since 2013. As a volunteer Jerry oversees the management of the Helping Link database, which involves entering the data and generating reports. Post-retirement he was looking to do some volunteer work that tapped into his interest in the software Salesforce, which manages...
Celebrating Our Service to the Community and Honoring Traditions This year, Helping Link is marking its 30th anniversary of serving the Vietnamese community and we want you to be part of the celebration at our 30th annual Gala, Saturday, September 23. Get your tickets now to be part of an evening of live entertainment, an auction, great food and more—and all...
