Northwest Immigrant Rights Project (NWIRP) serves immigrants in King County through direct legal services, community education, and systemic advocacy. Last year, NWIRP served more than 12,500 Washington State residents with direct legal services, with the greatest presence in King County. As reflected in the daily news cycle, immigrants are under attack. The passage of the federal reconciliation bill (H.R. 1) changed immigration policy and practice in ways that our country has not seen in close to three decades. This bill further criminalizes immigrant communities, such as through laws that expand mandatory detention, and establishes steep new fees, even for humanitarian protections, that effectively deny many asylum seekers the chance to even apply for protection. These changes come on top of other recent changes, such as the Department of Homeland Security rescinding the Sensitive Location memos that protected areas such as courts, churches, schools, hospitals, and domestic violence shelters from immigration enforcement actions. NWIRP would utilize PYP funding to help meet the immigration legal needs of individuals residing in King County who are seeking asylum or other protections from deportation and family separation, including assisting these individuals with new fees implemented by H.R. 1. For example, individuals seeking to work lawfully in the U.S. must now pay an application fee of $550 – an overwhelmingly impossible amount to pay for individuals who usually have no income (as they are not allowed to work), are often housing insecure, and face other indicators of poverty and trauma.
- Bulk deliveries to over 26 shelters and food banks.
- Direct delivery to families living unsheltered or unable to travel.
- Pick-up locations accessible by bus, where families receive a 30-day supply.
What sets the organization apart is its commitment to removing bureaucratic barriers, ensuring fast and easy access to critical baby supplies.
Wonder of Women International creates sacred spaces for the healing, education, art, and liberation (H.E.A.L) of Black women, girls, families, and community. Through culturally rooted experiences that weave together storytelling, creative expression, and wellness practices, WOW nurtures belonging and transformation. Signature programs such as Dear Sista, A Call to Heal and Breathing Black Love provide safe, restorative environments where participants release trauma, reclaim joy, and strengthen community resilience. As the organization transitions from WOW Gallery at Pacific Place toward establishing a legacy home and retreat center, our work continues to flourish across King County. Virtual programming expands access while in-person gatherings create immediate touchpoints of care. These include grief circles, wellness circles, and healing practices such as breath work and chi gong meditation. Each program affirms identity, restores wellness, and strengthens the collective power of community, ensuring that Black women, girls, and families remain centered, supported, and celebrated.
