• Empowered Latina student speaking at a community event in Washington.

    Community , Education

    Helping Students Speak Up and Stand Out in Washington

    Founded in 2012 by Seattle native Toyia T. Taylor, Speak With Purpose is the only public speaking program fully integrated into classrooms throughout King County in Washington State.

  • Young musicians playing trumpet, violin, and guitar during a rehearsal.

    Arts and Culture , Education

    Mariachi Quinto Sol Strikes a Chord: Reviving Community at the University of Washington 

    "We're meant to be here," said one of the viola players.