Nearly 1 in 6 households in Pierce County experience food insecurity. Through the assistance of Food Lifeline and World Vision, Life Center is working to make a difference in local people’s lives by providing much-needed food support. According to Carrie Kay, Central Campus LC CARES Global Team Lead & Food Bank Manager for three years, “I am working with our high school … [Read more...] about Creating a Generous Spirit of Helping
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Saint Martin’s University Gala 2025
Over 600 guests attended the Saint Martin’s University annual black tie Gala with special guest Pati Jinich. The black-tie fundraising event, which supports scholarships for Saint Martin’s students, featured a spectacular evening of fine dining, celebrity chef cooking demonstrations, a live auction, and heartfelt stories from the Saint Martin’s community. The evening’s … [Read more...] about Saint Martin’s University Gala 2025
Providence St. Peter’s Christmas in the Forest
Providence Southwest Washington Foundation celebrated the 36th annual Christmas in the Forest event. The swanky Gala Dinner & Auction and public viewing days were filled with the holiday spirit. The combined efforts of hundreds of donors, sponsors, and volunteers resulted in $635,000 raised to support local Providence programs for the benefit of patients and their … [Read more...] about Providence St. Peter’s Christmas in the Forest
OlyFed Puts Relationships Above the Bottom Line
The last three years have been anything but predictable. With the onset of the pandemic and all that’s transpired, both our everyday life and economy have been deeply impacted. Now more than ever, it’s critical to have a trusted partner you can turn to for expert financial advice, insightful support, and helpful resources. A mutual bank that’s accountable to its customers, … [Read more...] about OlyFed Puts Relationships Above the Bottom Line
Saint Martin’s University Gala 2023
Saint Martin’s University is gearing up for its annual major fundraiser for student scholarships, the Saint Martin’s Gala, with not one, but two celebrity chefs this year and a butcher! Chefs Tom Douglas and Thierry Rautureau, The Chef in the Hat™, and butcher Dario Cecchini are set to host the event at the Marcus Pavilion on Saint Martin’s campus in Lacey on November 4, … [Read more...] about Saint Martin’s University Gala 2023