Byrd Barr Place

Byrd Barr Place We are one of Washington’s oldest community organizations, and our programs serve more than 20,000 people a year. For the next year you can visit us at 420 E.

Byrd Barr Place relies on community support and donations to provide families with basic human needs so we can break the cycle of poverty, Byrd Barr Place has temporarily moved our operations. Our building (Fire Station 23) on 18th and Cherry is undergoing significant renovations. Pike to seek food bank services and speak with a client advocate about your Energy Assistance Application.

Football season is here, and we’re kicking it off with community, connection, and care!The NFL is bringing Kickoff celeb...
09/04/2026

Football season is here, and we’re kicking it off with community, connection, and care!

The NFL is bringing Kickoff celebrations to Byrd Barr Place the day before the Seattle Seahawks take the field for their first game of the season. Join us at our historic firehouse for a special block party featuring hot meals from the Little Caesars Love Kitchen, music, games, giveaways, and free PSA blood tests provided by the American Cancer Society to help eligible men screen for prostate cancer.

Tuesday, September 8
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Byrd Barr Place

PLEASE RSVP IN ADVANCE IF POSSIBLE!

Come celebrate the start of football season with us, enjoy some pizza, have some fun, connect with community, and take advantage of an important health resource. We’re excited to bring together football, food, health, and community for a special evening at Byrd Barr Place.

Your voice carries knowledge that deserves to be heard.For the Record is an opportunity to share what you know about you...
09/04/2026

Your voice carries knowledge that deserves to be heard.

For the Record is an opportunity to share what you know about your community and the realities shaping life across Washington. What you share can help inform programs, services, funding, and policy, bringing community perspectives into conversations that affect us all.

Take the survey and share your truth. Your experiences, insights, and voice belong on the record.

Join the conversation. Take the survey today: https://byrdbarrplace.org/for-the-record





09/03/2026

Back-to-school season is a chance to celebrate the educators, organizers, and young people who continue shaping Seattle’s future. We honor Roberta Byrd Barr, whose leadership in education and advocacy helped advance a more equitable path for generations to come.

That legacy lives on through community learning and shared action. Schools can join us in volunteering at our market, helping distribute groceries alongside neighbors. Through our partnership with Hip Hop Is Green, students can also learn to grow food that will be shared through our market.

This school year, let’s make room for learning that connects classrooms, community, and possibility. Visit our website to explore ways to get involved and make back-to-school season meaningful.





We are honored to welcome Dr. Michael Eric Dyson as the special guest speaker for this year's Legacy in Motion Gala.For ...
09/02/2026

We are honored to welcome Dr. Michael Eric Dyson as the special guest speaker for this year's Legacy in Motion Gala.

For decades, Dyson's scholarship and public advocacy have examined the intersections of race, class, politics, and culture, along with the structural forces that shape opportunity in Black communities. His work closely connects with Byrd Barr Place's commitment to racial and economic justice, Black community empowerment, and the ongoing work of creating more equitable systems.

His perspective also speaks directly to this year's theme: Unity: Rooted. Rising. Revolution. Dyson connects present-day racial justice work to the history and legacy of Black leaders while challenging us to consider what justice requires today. Because meaningful unity is more than simply coming together. It must be grounded in justice and carried forward through collective action.

That makes Dr. Dyson a powerful voice for an organization rooted in more than 60 years of Black community leadership and committed to building a more just Seattle.

Join us October 10, 2026, at Hyatt Regency Seattle. Get your tickets today.

onecau.se/legacyinmotiongala





The details are coming together. The lights, the tables, the flowers, and the feeling of a room ready to welcome communi...
08/31/2026

The details are coming together. The lights, the tables, the flowers, and the feeling of a room ready to welcome community.

The BBP 2026 Gala is an evening to gather, celebrate, and invest in a shared vision for a stronger, more vibrant Seattle. Today is the last day to secure an Early Byrd ticket for $150. Starting tomorrow, tickets will be $200.

Join us for an evening of connection, celebration, and community. Secure your ticket today and be part of the room where we gather around what is possible when we rise together.

Secure your Early Byrd ticket here https://onecau.se/legacyinmotiongala or scan the QR today before pricing changes.

Join us at the BBP 2026 Gala.





Byrd Barr Place is proud to sponsor and table at this community Back to School celebration in Kent brought to you by Cho...
08/27/2026

Byrd Barr Place is proud to sponsor and table at this community Back to School celebration in Kent brought to you by Choose To Win!

Join us on Saturday, August 29, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Morrill Meadows Park for an afternoon filled with family fun, music, games, a free community BBQ, and a free backpack giveaway while supplies last.

While you’re there, stop by the Byrd Barr Place table to connect with our team, learn more about our programs and resources, and take our For The Record Community Needs Assessment. We want to hear directly from Black community members about your experiences, priorities, and needs so we can continue building programs, services, and advocacy efforts that truly reflect the community we serve.

Bring your family, invite your friends, and come enjoy a day centered on connection, joy, and community.

Saturday, August 29, 2026
1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Morrill Meadows Park
10600 SE 248th Street
Kent, WA 98030

We hope to see you there!

Every child deserves the opportunity to grow within a connected community. Families already carry deep knowledge about w...
08/27/2026

Every child deserves the opportunity to grow within a connected community. Families already carry deep knowledge about what matters most for their children. Sometimes, finding the right information and community connection can help open new pathways.

Through Community Connector, families can explore resources including child care, transportation, health care, and more. We believe strong communities are built through connection, shared knowledge, and partnerships that help families navigate the opportunities available to them.

What does a connected community look like for your family? Share your thoughts with us, then visit the link in our bio to explore Community Connector resources.

Explore resources for your family. Visit the link https://byrdbarrplace.org/programming/community-connector to learn more about Community Connector and the services available.





08/26/2026

The Gala is more than an evening out. It is a moment to gather, celebrate, and honor the people and community power that keep our legacy moving forward. For the Legacy in Motion Gala, come dressed for the moment in your black tie best. Think timeless silhouettes, bold details, polished looks, and a little room to make the evening your own.

On Saturday, October 10, we will gather at Hyatt Regency Seattle for a night rooted in connection, celebration, and the continued movement of our community. Get inspired by our black tie mood board before you choose your look: View the Gala attire moodboard here: View the Gala attire mood board here https://pin.it/3WMuBWHOC

Reserve your seat and join us for Legacy in Motion. Early Byrd Ticket ends August 31. Secure your tickets here: https://onecau.se/legacyinmotiongala or check the link in our bio!





08/24/2026

Healthy beginnings deserve room to grow. Black Breastfeeding Week gives us an opportunity to celebrate the many ways Black families nurture their babies and honor the choices parents make for their families. Every family’s journey is different, and every baby deserves nourishment, love, and the opportunity to thrive.

Through the Good Black Birth Initiative, we’re working alongside families and communities to create more supportive birth experiences and strengthen access to the knowledge and resources families can use from the start. This week, we’re celebrating the parents, babies, and communities at the heart of that work. Learn more about the initiative and discover how you can help support healthier beginnings for Black families.

Learn more about the Good Black Birth Initiative and support the work if you’re able.
Visit the link in our bio to learn more or make a financial gift.





For the Record Friday is your invitation to speak up. Your experiences, ideas, and perspectives are part of the communit...
08/21/2026

For the Record Friday is your invitation to speak up. Your experiences, ideas, and perspectives are part of the community wisdom that helps shape a stronger Seattle. We want to hear what matters to you, what you’re seeing in your community, and what you believe should come next.

Take a few minutes to complete the community survey and put your perspective on the record. Your voice adds to the bigger picture, helping create space for more people to be heard and for community priorities to stay at the center of the conversation.

Take the community survey and put your voice on the record. Use the link (https://byrdbarrplace.org/for-the-record) to share your perspective.





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722 18th Avenue
Seattle, WA
98122

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11am - 4pm
Wednesday 12pm - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 2pm

Telephone

+12068124940

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