Elevate Health

05/27/2026

The Rebuilding Hope Sexual Assault Center supports survivors across Pierce and Kitsap counties with emotional support, medical accompaniment, advocacy, counseling, education, and much more.

When the center moved into a new 9,000-square-foot headquarters in Tacoma’s Hilltop neighborhood, many renovations were required. , Elevate Health’s social impact fund, stepped in with a bridge loan, enabling renovations to move forward without disrupting daily operations or client services.

"It gave us some breathing room," says Rebuilding Hope Executive Director Carlyn Sampson. "It allowed us to move at the pace the projects required."

Read our full article linked in the comments below.

05/20/2026

Only one in five youth in Pierce County are getting the daily physical activity they need. In this overview, Joseph explains some free and low-cost community events and programs that will keep your family active all summer long.

For more details about the activities mentioned visit linktr.ee/elevatehealthwa.

05/18/2026

Mattye Berry-Evans’ philosophy is simple: “Community is strength. Community is power.”

She lives those words every day as a community-based worker (CBW) for Serving Our Community, a BIPOC women-led organization founded by longtime Pierce County community leaders.

Serving Our Community is a partner of , Elevate Health’s community care hub that supports the vital work carried out by CBWs and improves local health and wellness outcomes through community-based care coordination.

Berry-Evans believes basic needs like affordable housing and access to nutritional food are human rights. As a CBW, she strives to connect clients with services that can assist with both.

“Without housing, you have no stability,” Berry-Evans says. “And people have got to have nourishment.”

“I work with people all over Pierce County,” she continues. “Whatever the person feels they need — I want to support them.”

05/14/2026

Elevate Health senior leaders Gena Morgan, Gabe Moaalii, and Sally Kim are at ’ conference where they are connecting with peers, sharing and gathering insights, and strengthening partnerships.

05/11/2026

When Tacoma Community House moved into a new headquarters, they saw an opportunity to invest in long-term sustainability through solar energy. The challenges were timing and upfront cost.

One Pierce, Elevate Health’s social impact fund, partnered with Tacoma Community House on a bridge loan. By providing short-term financing, One Pierce allowed Tacoma Community House to move forward quickly with their solar installation without disrupting their ability to deliver critical programs and services.

Today, the building is covered in solar panels, reducing Tacoma Community House’s energy costs by about 70% and freeing up more resources for the people they serve.

05/09/2026

Your input helps improve programs, strengthen services, and guide funding decisions for older adults and people with disabilities in Pierce County. Share your feedback for the 2027–2030 Area Plan by completing a brief survey.

Learn more and take the survey by May 15 – visit PierceCountyWA.gov/AreaPlan.

05/07/2026

In the past five years, the coalition of community-based workers who power Connect Pierce, our community care hub, have helped 24,000+ Pierce County residents connect to the care and resources they need to thrive.

Learn more or submit a referral today at connectpierce.org.

05/04/2026

Summer is just around the corner and swimming is one of those life skills everyone deserves access to. Joseph explains the affordable options available for swimmers of all ages across Pierce County.

For more details about the swim lessons mentioned in the video, visit: linktr.ee/elevatehealthwa.

05/01/2026

Congratulations to MultiCare Health System and Mary Bridge Children's Hospital on the grand opening of their new hospital in Tacoma!

Mary Bridge has provided vital medical care to generations of South Sound children and families. This new children’s hospital will continue that legacy of world-class, family-centered care.

👀 Curious to see what the inside of our new hospital looks like? Now's your chance!

This Saturday, May 2, we’re inviting the community to celebrate with us as we prepare to open the new Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital. Bring the whole family and help us mark this exciting milestone.

After more than 30 years of sharing space with MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital, Mary Bridge Children’s is stepping into a new chapter with a dedicated medical campus designed just for kids.

04/30/2026

Pierce County Affordable Housing Week is just one week away!

From May 4–8, join us for a series of events exploring what it takes to create and sustain affordable housing in Pierce County—from early ideas to long-term stability.

This year’s theme, From Blueprint to Front Door – Every Affordable Home Has a Story, highlights the people, partnerships, and investments behind every home.

📅 Explore events, including:

- Kickoff panel on Pierce County’s housing progress
- Legislative Roundtable with state leaders
- Affordable Housing Tours
- Networking Reception & Membership Drive

Whether you’re a housing professional, policymaker, or community member, there’s a place for you in the conversation.

🔗 View the full schedule and get involved:
https://www.affordablehousingconsortium.org/affordable-housing-week-2026