“Never doubt a small group of thoughtful citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.”
Margaret Mead

The Need is Great

In 2007 in King County:

• Total children living in poverty~~56,230
• People homeless on any given night~~8,300
• Households served by food banks~~110,292 (215,941 people, 37% are children)
• 76% of jobs do not pay a living wage for a single parent family with two children.

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Become a Partner

Welcome to Portal to Partners, the source for linking businesses to community involvement. Working together, we can make a difference in the lives of children and families In King County, right here, right now.

Portal to Partners is a partnership between local businesses and the Family Support centers throughout King County. We match businesses looking for opportunities to participate philanthropically in the community with Family Centers needing contributions. Our goal is to strengthen families and enhance opportunities for children to become confident, competent, and caring individuals.

We make it easy for you to join the outstanding Puget Sound businesses whose generosity has benefited thousands of children and families.
Learn How >

Highlights:

A big thank you goes out to TriTec Communications and Sterling Bank for their generous contributions.

Visit the PTP Events page to see the many ways your business can become involved with a family support center. Included are upcoming fundraising events, special drives, classes and community programs.

Watch a recent interview with Portal to Partners Director Katherine Jordan. (Requires Windows Media player)

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Video length: 4min 51sec