Lutheran Community Services Northwest

09/02/2026

Each of us can connect. Each of us can make a difference. In September, and beyond.

08/29/2026

"I have not seen those smiles in two years," says the mom of a family served by our team. LCSNW was thrilled to help send three siblings to their first summer camp. https://lcsnw.org/2026/08/idaho-summer-camp-family/ Big thanks to Redeemer Lutheran Church Boise and Luther Heights Bible Camp.

08/28/2026

Bringing the community together to serve the unhoused - One more reason for us to celebrate Compass becoming a Division of LCSNW this year.

08/25/2026

Our team had a chance to come together, reflect, appreciate their resilient city, and take stock of the work ahead.

08/22/2026

Is there a better feeling than the joy of equipping kids to go back to school? Every August, LCSNW coordinates large fairs in some of our communities. This year, over 3,900 backpacks were given away, plus countless supplies, services, and smiles. Check out the scenes in https://tinyurl.com/4azz7ux6 https://tinyurl.com/375cvhbh and https://www.facebook.com/reel/1041088608801806

08/21/2026

Honored to be part of day again this year, fighting the good fight in and spreading hope in .

08/19/2026

So much has changed in 5 years. LCSNW's solidarity with Afghan allies and our partners like International Refugee Assistance Project has not.

08/18/2026

Sam tutors students at Compass at Dexter, one of our affordable housing complexes in . What keeps him coming back? "Seeing the kids advance and get better at a subject." Read Sam's story and learn how to volunteer. https://lcsnw.org/2026/08/homework-helper/

08/13/2026

What a lovely way to bring comfort to those impacted by . Kudos to our Lutheran friends for this service. We know from experience that therapy dogs are great community ambassadors! Walk with Walker

Golden retrievers are comforting Spokane wildfire evacuees and first responders, offering emotional support through the Lutheran Church Charities ministry.