Invite a Speaker

The best way to generate enthusiasm for your campaign is to invite a charity to come to your event and speak about what their organization does for the community and how donations from the Combined Fund Drive help them achieve their goals.

Below you will find a list of certified charities that can help you find speakers for any event. If you'd like to contact the CFD Office for more help, or if you have any questions, click here.

ALL COUNTIES

EarthShare Washington
CFD #0316709
Funds more than 60 leading organizations that provide for livable communities and a healthy planet. Together, we are ensuring a cleaner, greener future.
PHONE: 206-622-9840
EMAIL: info@esw.org

Bicycle Alliance of Washington
CFD # 0314949
Advocates for bicycling for health and transportation, and provides resources to empower and support cyclists to ride safely and effectively in Washington State.
PHONE: 206-622-9841
EMAIL: info@esw.org

Climate Solutions
CFD # 0314955
Climate Solutions cultivates political leadership in the Northwest for the proposition that clean energy and broadly-shared economic prosperity can go hand-in-hand.
PHONE: 206-622-9842
EMAIL: info@esw.org

Earth Ministry
CFD #1478248
We inspire and mobilize people to connect their faith with caring for the environment through individual and congregational education, training, outreach, action, and statewide advocacy.
PHONE: 206-622-9843
EMAIL: info@esw.org

EarthCorps
CFD #0314963
Imagine PeaceCorps in reverse: emerging leaders from around the world restore Washingtons salmon habitat, forests and hiking trails and bring learnings home. 11,000 local volunteers.
PHONE: 206-622-9844
EMAIL: info@esw.org

Futurewise
CFD #0314937
Protects forests, farms, shorelines by limiting development on rural resource lands, advocates for sustainable development in our urban communities formerly 1000 Friends of Washington.
PHONE: 206-622-9845
EMAIL: info@esw.org

Nature Vision
CFD # 1479785
Hands on, minds on program fostering appreciation and stewardship of our environment through integration of school, community, and nature education for 44,500 citizens annually. Promoting thoughtful decision making for a sustainable future.
PHONE: 206-622-9847
EMAIL: info@esw.org

Northwest SEED
CFD # 0317267
Our efforts encourage the development of successful on-the-ground, community-based energy efficiency and renewable energy projects.
PHONE: 206-622-9848
EMAIL: info@esw.org

NW Energy Coalition
CFD # 0315009
We advocate for energy efficiency, renewable energy resources, low income-energy services, and restoration of Columbia and Snake River fish and wildlife.
PHONE: 206-622-9849
EMAIL: info@esw.org

Sightline Institute
CFD # 0315007
Provides Northwest leaders with the research and tools needed to create sustainable solutions that build strong communities and an equitable economy.
PHONE: 206-622-9853
EMAIL: info@esw.org

Transportation Choices Coalition
CFD # 0315041
Washington's growing transportation needs in the next one, five, ten years will have enormous impacts. Transportation Choices is playing a role in these important decisions.
PHONE: 206-622-9854
EMAIL: info@esw.org

Washington Environmental Council
CFD #0315047
Your voice for recycling and zero waste. Our vision: All products are healthy, safe and continually recycled or reused. A recent success: Over 39 million pounds of computers TVs recycled in Washington in 2010, paid for by electronics manufacturers.
PHONE: 206-622-9855
EMAIL: info@esw.org

Washington Native Plant Society
CFD #0315049
Since 1967 we have worked with strategic partners to engage residents and decision-makers to protect Washington's air, land and water.
PHONE: 206-622-9856
EMAIL: info@esw.org

Washington Trails Association
CFD #0315051
Serves as the voice for native plants, dedicated to their conservation. Provides education, funds research and supports habitat restoration statewide.
PHONE: 206-622-9857
EMAIL: info@esw.org

Washington Water Trails Association
CFD #0315053
Protects trails, wilderness the environment leads youth and adult volunteers in maintaining hiking trails in Cascade and Olympic mountains promotes hiking for health and recreation.
PHONE: 206-622-9858
EMAIL: info@esw.org

Washington Water Trust
CFD # 0315055
Increases and preserves public water access in Washington, making water trails for non-motorized recreation, education, and stewardship. Teaches Leave No Trace low-impact skills and ethics.
PHONE: 206-622-9859
EMAIL: info@esw.org

Washington Wilderness Coalition
CFD # 0523588
Restores rivers in Washington to sustain fisheries, agriculture, water quality, recreation by acquiring water rights put in trust for stream flows.
PHONE: 206-622-9860
EMAIL: info@esw.org

Zero Waste Washington
CFD # 0315056
Protecting Washington's forests, rivers and wildlife through community organizing, education and advocacy. Over 1 million acres protected since 1979!
PHONE: 206-622-9861
EMAIL: info@esw.org

CHELAN & DOUGLAS COUNTIES

United Way of Chelan and Douglas Counties
CFD #0316725
Supporting over 45 human service programs, from pre-natal care to senior care, we serve all of Chelan and Douglas Counties. Focusing on the foundation to a successful life: education, income and health.
PHONE: 509-662-8261
EMAIL: alan@uwcdc.org

CLALLAM COUNTY

American Red Cross
CFD #0315543
Prepares for, prevents, and responds to large scale disasters provides food, clothing, shelter, medications, and emotional support following individual/local disasters.
PHONE: 360-457-3011
EMAIL: jody@unitedwayclallam.org

Boys & Girls Clubs
CFD # 0315282
To inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.
PHONE: 360-457-3011
EMAIL: jody@unitedwayclallam.org

Camp Fire – Juan De Fuca Council - Clallam
CFD # 0315286
Builds caring, confident youth and future leaders. We offer programs to boys and girls that help them develop a sense of responsibility, leadership and service.
PHONE: 360-457-3011
EMAIL: jody@unitedwayclallam.org

CB/Sekiu Crisis Center
CFD #0315553
Offers one-time emergency rent assistance, help with utilities, food fuel, transportation, home repairs and other urgent services.
PHONE: 360-457-3011
EMAIL: jody@unitedwayclallam.org

Concerned Citizens
CFD # 0456649
Provides one-stop shopping with diverse programs for social services for all of Clallam County, from birth to seniors, allowing them independence and success.
PHONE: 360-457-3011
EMAIL: jody@unitedwayclallam.org

First Step
CFD # 0315379
Promotes the healthy development of young children and their families through parenting education, childcare, childrens programs and family support and outreach services.
PHONE: 360-457-3011
EMAIL: jody@unitedwayclallam.org

Forks Abuse Program
CFD # 0316218
Provides 24 hours crisis response and shelter, medical, legal and advocacy based counseling to victims of domestic/sexual violence.
PHONE: 360-457-3011
EMAIL: jody@unitedwayclallam.org

Forks Food Bank
CFD # 0316338
Provides food to meet the basic needs of West End families and individuals who are unable to purchase groceries for themselves.
PHONE: 360-457-3011
EMAIL: jody@unitedwayclallam.org

Girl Scouts of Western Washington – Clallam
CFD # 0315195
Leadership development program for girls 5-17, helping them develop courage, confidence and character through diverse activities including camping, financial literacy, nature study and community service.
PHONE: 360-457-3011
EMAIL: jody@unitedwayclallam.org

Healthy Families of Clallam County
CFD # 0315434
Provides services empowering children, youth, adults, families and communities to live free from domestic and sexual violence.
PHONE: 360-457-3011
EMAIL: jody@unitedwayclallam.org

LCS-Parent Line
CFD # 0316242
A program of Lutheran Community Services, Parent Line supports and advocates for all caregivers/parents who are seeking resources, education, and opportunities for the children in their care.
PHONE: 360-457-3011
EMAIL: jody@unitedwayclallam.org

Olympic Community Action Programs – Clallam County
CFD # 0316259
Works hand in hand with people on the Peninsula to address poverty among our neighbors, strengthening our community one family at a time.
PHONE: 360-457-3011
EMAIL: jody@unitedwayclallam.org

Olympic Peninsula YMCA
CFD #0315496
Strengthening the community is our cause. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income, or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.
PHONE: 360-457-3011
EMAIL: jody@unitedwayclallam.org

Peninsula Community Mental Health Center
CFD # 0316026
To provide critical behavioral health services through partnerships that contribute to improved quality of life for both clients and community.
PHONE: 360-457-3011
EMAIL: jody@unitedwayclallam.org

Peninsula Dispute Resolution Center – Clallam
CFD # 0321096
Promotes and provides for the peaceful resolution of conflict through modeling, facilitating and teaching mediation.
PHONE: 360-457-3011
EMAIL: jody@unitedwayclallam.org

Pro Bono Laywers
CFD # 0316187
Providing civil legal assistance, at no cost, to low income residents of Clallam County because we believe justice demands equal access to the legal system.
PHONE: 360-457-3011
EMAIL: jody@unitedwayclallam.org

Salvation Army of Clallam County
CFD # 0316366
Offers crisis services to families and individuals, including counseling, twice weekly food bank, free hot breakfast and hot lunch five days per week, clothing, Christmas baskets and back-to-school supplies.
PHONE: 360-457-3011
EMAIL: jody@unitedwayclallam.org

Serenity House
CFD # 0316553
Dedicated to ending homelessness in Clallam County by providing bridge and permanent housing, services, counseling and assistance to homeless and at risk individuals and families.
PHONE: 360-457-3011
EMAIL: jody@unitedwayclallam.org

SNAP
CFD # 0315796
Providing services that assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families gain necessary skills to build networks of support that will help self-sufficiency and community living.
PHONE: 360-457-3011
EMAIL: jody@unitedwayclallam.org

St. Andrew's Place Assisted Living
CFD # 0497092
Serving the needs of our community by providing compassionate personal care for seniors in an affordable home-like environment.
PHONE: 360-457-3011
EMAIL: jody@unitedwayclallam.org

United Way of Clallam County
CFD #0316719
To strengthen our community by helping people to live safe, healthy, and productive lives. 24 Partner Agencies, donor designations, Community Solutions, Clallam Community Foundation, Clallam County Literacy Council Counties.
PHONE: 360-457-3011
EMAIL: jody@unitedwayclallam.org

Volunteer Chore
CFD # 0316440
Volunteers provide services like transportation, home chores, etc. which allow elderly and disabled residents throughout the county to retain their dignity and independence.
PHONE: 360-457-3011
EMAIL: jody@unitedwayclallam.org

VIMO
CFD # 0448571
A medical clinic staffed by volunteers who provide primary medical and behavioral health care to adults who have no other access to health care.
PHONE: 360-457-3011
EMAIL: jody@unitedwayclallam.org

West End Club
CFD # 0315847
Provides the Sekiu Community Center for local groups, and fosters programs and events for youth and the community at large.
PHONE: 360-457-3011
EMAIL: jody@unitedwayclallam.org

KING COUNTY

Food Bank at St. Mary's
CFD #0319575
The Food Bank @ St. Mary's is committed to the fight against hunger. Our mission is to provide free nutritional food to people in need living in Seattle. We have two main programs: Walk- In and Home Delivery. Also have a Baby Corner and No-Cook Bags.
PHONE: 206-324-7100
EMAIL: stmaryfb@yahoo.com

Food Resource Network
CFD #0316710
Helps food banks and community gardens improve nutrition for low-income families. Members provide food, infant supplies, produce, seeds, instruction in growing/preparing food, and referrals.
PHONE: 206-932-9023
EMAIL: fran@westseattlefoodbank.org

Immanuel Community Services
CFD #0317266
Immanuel Community Services ICS is a social services agency serving homeless, low-income, and alcohol and chemical dependent clients through the following programs: Community Lunch, Food Bank, Hygiene, and Recovery.
PHONE: 206-622-1930
EMAIL: icsdirector@immanuelseattle.org

Northwest Harvest
CFD #0316358
We are Washington's only statewide food bank distributor, distributing 24 million pounds of nutritious food every year and respecting the dignity of the people we serve.
PHONE: 206-923-7431
EMAIL: kimn@northwestharvest.org

Rise 'n Shine
CFD #1478446
Rise n' Shine provides emotional support, stability and advocacy for children and teens affected by HIV/AIDS through our mentor program, support groups, annual summer camp, holiday gift giving and other programming events.
Lauren Henry
PHONE: 206-628-8949 x211
EMAIL: lauren@risenshine.org

Ronald McDonald House Charities
CFD# 0315418
The 80-room Seattle Ronald McDonald House offers a low-to no-cost "home-away-from-home" for seriously ill children and their families. In 2010, RMHC provided 27,821 nights of much needed housing to 692 families.
Irini Greyerbiehl
PHONE: 206-838-0617
EMAIL: irini@rmhcseattle.org

St. Vincent de Paul
CFD #0497096
The aim of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul is to bring social justice and the friendship of true charity to all those in need.
PHONE: 206-767-9975
EMAIL: peteo@svdpseattle.org

Seattle Tilth
CFD # 0335424
Educate and inspire people to garden organically, conserve natural resources, and support local food systems to cultivate a healthy urban environment.
PHONE: 206-622-9852
EMAIL: info@esw.org

United Way of King County
CFD #0316726
Committed to improving our community in lasting ways by ending homelessness, supporting early learning, providing for basic needs and enhancing the ability of people to care for one another.
PHONE: 206-461-4957
EMAIL: mmarx@uwkc.org

West Seattle Food Bank
CFD #0316388
The low/no-income people served include the elderly, working poor and infants. Formerly Junction Community Food Bank.
PHONE: 206-932-9023
EMAIL: fran@westseattlefoodbank.org

SAN JUAN COUNTY

United Way of San Juan County
CFD #0487042
To bring people and resources together forging smart, strategic solutions to our communities most critical needs.
PHONE: 360-378-4121
EMAIL: unitedwaysjc@rockisland.com

SNOHOMISH COUNTY

United Way of Snohomish County
CFD #0316733
United Way leads positive change that transforms our community and improves peoples lives. Giving, advocating and volunteering supports nonprofit programs serving people and community needs.
PHONE: 425-374-5527
EMAIL: kathy.carlson@uwsc.org

THURSTON COUNTY

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Washington
CFD #0315262
The Big Brothers Big Sisters Mission is to help children reach their potential through professionally supported, one-to-one community and school/site-based mentoring relationships.
PHONE: 360-943-0409 x101
EMAIL: roger@swwabigs.org

Capital Kids Connection
CFD# 0456735
FOSTER CHILDREN ARE JUST REGULAR KIDS. WE PROVIDE SERVICES AND GOODS THAT ARE NOT OTHERWISE FUNDED TO ASSIST FOSTER CHILDREN TO HAVE POSITIVE NORMAL CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCES.
Name: Jennifer Myrick
Phone: 360-951-0616
Email: fostermomjenn@aol.com

Catholic Community Services – Thurston
CFD #0315308
Multi-service agency providing quality early learning, hot meals for vulnerable residents, in-home services for seniors and disabled, family preservation, housing for the homeless and counseling.
PHONE: 360-586-0967
EMAIL: garys@ccsww.org

Child Care Action Council - Keystone Crisis Nursery
CFD #0315452
PHONE: 360-786-8907 x101
EMAIL: annie@ccacwa.org

Child Care Action Council – Thurston
CFD #0315318
Child Care Action Council promotes and nurtures early learning communities where families and children thrive.
PHONE: 360-786-8907 x101
EMAIL: annie@ccacwa.org

Community Action Council - Commodity Food Distribution
CFD #0319568
PHONE: 360-438-1100
EMAIL: johnw@caclmt.org

Community Action Council - Commodity Food Distribution
CFD #0319568
PHONE: 360-438-1100
EMAIL: johnw@caclmt.org

Community Action Council - Energy and Rental Assistance
CFD #0319572
PHONE: 360-438-1100
EMAIL: johnw@caclmt.org

Community Action Council of Lewis, Mason and Thurston Counties
CFD #0316258
PHONE: 360-438-1100
EMAIL: johnw@caclmt.org

Community Action Council - Monarch Children's Justice Advocacy Center
CFD #0 376755
PHONE: 360-438-1100
EMAIL: johnw@caclmt.org

Community Action Council - Weatherization Assistance Program
CFD #0316607
PHONE: 360-438-1100
EMAIL: johnw@caclmt.org

Community Action Council - Women, Infants, Children WIC Program
CFD #0319527
PHONE: 360-438-1100
EMAIL: johnw@caclmt.org

The Community Kitchen – Thurston
CFD #0319611
The Community Kitchen serves nutritious meals 3 times a day 7 days a week to hungry homeless families. We serve the neediest of the needy -- people affected by domestic violence, unemployment, disability, addiction or a catastrophic health crisis.
PHONE: 360-586-0967
EMAIL: garys@ccsww.org

Community Youth Services – Thurston
CFD #0319570
Community Youth Services supports vulnerable and at-risk youth in meeting their needs for health, safety, security and community. Services include emergency shelter, transitional housing, job training, counseling, family preservation, and referrals.
PHONE: 360-943-0780 x116
EMAIL: salexander@CommunityYouthServices.org

Future Business Leaders of America, WA Chapter
CFD# 1479438
Washington State FBLA's mission is to bring business and education together in a positive working relationship through innovative leadership and career development programs. Membership is open to students in grades 7-12 interested in business careers.
Name: Judy Reynolds or Dawn Schmidt
Phone: 360-753-5666
Email: judy@wafbla.org, dawne@wafbla.org

Morningside – Thurston
CFD #0315712
Morningside provides employment services to individuals with disabilities. People with limited work experience receive assistance finding employment in the community.
PHONE: 360-943-0512
EMAIL: jpleger@mside.org

Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust
CFD #0314995
Leads inspires action to conserve the landscape from Seattle to Central Washington, ensuring a long term balance between people nature.
PHONE: 206-622-9846
EMAIL: info@esw.org

Olympia Union Gospel Mission
CFD# 0316533
The Olympia Union Gospel Mission shares the love of Jesus Christ to individuals in crisis by providing: food services, clothing, counseling, dental and vision care, residential drug and alcohol recovery, DV support group.
Name: Virginia Schnabel, Loren Steffen, Marla Root or Peggy Langan
Phone: 360-709-9725
Email: virginia@ougm.org, skipsteffen@comcast.net, marla@ougm.org, marla@ougm.org

Parks, Arts, Recreation, and Culutral (PARC) Foundation of Thurston County
CFD# 1480467
The mission of the PARC Foundatin of Thurston County is to support, preserve, and enhance parks, arts, recreation Specialized, and cultural programs, facilities and assests in Thurston County, Washington. Name: James D. Reddick
Phone: 360-352-0980
Email: info@parcfoundation.org

People For Puget Sound
CFD # 0315016
We work to protect and restore Puget Sound - its water, habitat and wildlife - through education, advocacy, hands-on involvement and citizen action.
PHONE: 206-622-9850
EMAIL: info@esw.org

Puget Soundkeeper Alliance
CFD # 0315023
Protects and preserves Puget Sound waters by enforcing the Clean Water Act, patrolling for illegal pollution, creating solution oriented partnerships.
PHONE: 206-622-9851
EMAIL: info@esw.org

ROOF Community Services
CFD# 0456896
ROOF addresses community needs by providing resources and services to families to achieve a healthy and positive climate for children in the Rochester area.
Name: Kellie McNelly
Phone: 360-273-6375
Email: KMcNelly@ROOFCommunityServices.org

Salvation Army - Thurston County
CFD #0316369
Provides emergency shelter those finding them self without a home, a community meals program, case work services, emergency material assistance including rent, utilities, gas and referrals to associated agencies.
PHONE: 360-352-8596
EMAIL: Bill.Lum@usw.salvationarmy.org

Senior Services for South Sound – Thurston
CFD #0316438
Senior Services keeps elders vital by providing Meals-on-Wheels throughout Thurston County, coordinates in-home care, provides day care for elders with dementia, serves lunch time meals at six sites, and operates Senior Centers in Olympia and Lacey.
PHONE: 360-586-6181
EMAIL: Eileen@southsoundseniors.org

South Sound Reading Foundation
CFD #0456644
Creating Potential, Promoting Literacy - To ensure all children learn, read and succeed, the South Sound Reading Foundation promotes the "read to your child 20 minutes a day" message. Reading equals succeeding.
PHONE: 360-412-4499
EMAIL: jwilliamson-forster@nthurston.k12.wa.us

South Sound YMCA
CFD #0516506
To provide youth and community an affordable and accessible resource for the positive growth and development of spirit mind and body through recreational health and leadership programs.
PHONE: 360-753-6576
EMAIL: callenders@ssymca.net

Success By 6
CFD #0315448
Promoting early childhood learning activities and policies with the goal that every child enters school ready to learn and succeed.
PHONE: 360-943-2773 x17
EMAIL: tverbon@unitedway-thurston.org

United Way of Thurston County
CFD #0316736
Thurston organization focused on mobilizing people and resources to meet identified human needs. We support local programs that meet local needs.
PHONE: 360-943-2773 x17
EMAIL: tverbon@unitedway-thurston.org

Women's Leadership Council
CFD #1479702
The Women's Leadership Council's Mission is to inspire, educate and engage women in philanthropy, community service, advocacy and mentoring to positively impact the lives of women and girls in our community.
PHONE: 360-943-2773 x17
EMAIL: tverbon@unitedway-thurston.org

Yelm Community Services
CFD #0315512
Yelm Community Services provides social and economic programs, including youth activities, food bank, homeless shelter, rental assistance, services for pregnant women in rural Thurston.
PHONE: 360-458-8678
EMAIL: marchanc@evergreen.edu

YWCA – Olympia
CFD #0315497
YWCA of Olympia's programs: The OTHER BANK provides free personal hygiene and cleaning supplies to 20,000 low-income individuals every year. Girls Without Limits! is a free after school mentoring program for girls ages 9-14.
PHONE: 360-352-0593
EMAIL: kshields@ywcaofolympia.org

TWIN COUNTY

Twin County United Way
CFD #0316737
Our Mission is to help the residents of our community live safe, healthy, productive lives. Counties Served: Asotin
PHONE: 208-743-6594
EMAIL: rramos@tcuw.org

WHATCOM COUNTY

United Way of Whatcom County
CFD #0316739
Partners with business and non-profits to provide a safety net of services through 32 Partner Agencies. Priorities include: Children and Families, Food and Shelter, Health and Wellness, Abuse Prevention.
PHONE: 360-733-8670
EMAIL: remerson@unitedwaywhatcom.org



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