Multi-Service Center and nonprofits around the state are pivotal places of safety, strength, support, and services in our communities. We are places where folks receive support with food, heat, employment, housing, advocacy, resources, and referrals, but most importantly compassion. Our community continues to tell us how crucial it is to have these services available. [...]
Feeding our neighbors is something we can all get behind. No family, child, or individual should be without a meal each day. And even better if we can offer a variety of meals, including warm options and fresh fruits and vegetables, that are culturally relevant, satisfying, and delivered with care, compassion, and comprehensive support [...]
As we close out 2024 and reflect on the year, MSC’s teams have served an incredible number of clients – over 77,000 individuals receiving essential support and resources through our program service delivery. We are thankful for the continued support and advocacy of members of our community to highlight the importance of the work [...]
“This was the only place that would accept me with rent I could afford,” shares twenty-six-year old Cheyenne. Just over two years ago, Cheyenne’s parents gave her and her then two-year-old daughter Paisley a deadline to find a new place to live. After six months of searching and feeling like she and her daughter were [...]
“I read an article that camping helps veterans get relief from feelings of anxiety, depression, and isolation,” shares Alan Clapper, the Resident Services Coordinator at MSC’s William J. Wood Veterans House (WJW). Alan organized a camping trip in August to test this theory. Four WJW residents, Charles, Dave, Jose, Maurice, and one lucky dog, [...]
While their stories are different, Judi, Johanna, and Carolyn all have one thing in common. An unplanned life event led them to seek help at MSC. Judi was barely making ends meet when her child fell ill and needed hospitalization. This unexpected medical expense overwhelmed Judi. She reached out to MSC for assistance. Judi worked [...]
Maurice’s journey is one of resilience, determination, and the transformative power of support and perseverance. After serving his country in the U.S. Air Force, Maurice faced a difficult transition to civilian life. Struggling to find stability, he bounced between jobs, never quite finding his footing. He shared that the weight of his experiences led him [...]
A new skyline is appearing at MSC’s newest affordable housing development, Redondo Heights! We’ve made great progress and are on track for Redondo Heights construction to be completed in October 2024. MSC’s commitment to affordable housing development remains strong as the number of rent-burdened households continue to climb in our area and nationwide. [...]
Layla, a single mother of four children, found herself wanting a fresh start for her family. At the time, they were homeless and Layla was having a difficult time finding employment. Layla and her children moved into MSC's family shelter in Kent. While there, Layla was able to work with an MSC staff member on [...]
“No one likes to leave their home country,” shares Asad. “In addition to the cultural differences, it often comes with a lot of trauma. We help newly arrived immigrants and refugees to connect with the resources they need.” Asad is referring to MSC’s new Immigrant and Refugee Community Education and Outreach program. Asad supervises this [...]
