Category: Children

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Fill the Canoe!

July 28-August 15

Red Canoe Credit Union Back-to-School Backpack Drive

Over 76% of Federal Way students are classified as low income. That’s nearly 17,000 Federal Way students living close to or at the poverty level and 1,796 are homeless.

​You can help by donating new backpacks and school supplies at a drop-off location or by donating online! Red Canoe Credit Union will match* all donations received during Fill the Canoe.

*Monetary donations made to Fill the Canoe will be matched dollar-for-dollar by Red Canoe Credit Union, minus the processing fee, up to $5,000. Supply donations will be matched, pound-for-pound, up to 5,000 pounds.

Donations to Fill the Canoe are not tax deductible.

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11th Annual March of Diapers

MARCH 16-30

Join us for the 11th Annual March of Diapers community diaper/wipe drive!

This is a perfect opportunity to support the families in our community. We are inviting schools, churches, businesses, and individuals to participate. You can create your own event in a way that works best for you and your team. 

There are many ways to help!

  • Donate online or by check and we will shop for you!
    Mail checks to: P.O. Box 971, Milton, WA 98354
  • Create an Amazon wish list.
  • Promote a diaper/wipe drive at your location.
  • If the dates in March don’t work out, you can create your own event any time! 

Diapers & wipes for children and adults are accepted.

For more details, contact Ann (253) 457-5578.

All donations will go to the March of Diapers Babies & Beyond Diaper Bank.

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Night to Shine

February 7, 2025

Night to Shine is an unforgettable prom night experience, centered on God’s love, for people with cognitive or physical special needs. We look forward to seeing all our kings and queens back for Night to Shine 2025!

We couldn’t put on this special event without each and every one of you volunteering to make it happen!

Volunteers will be expected to be at the event from 4-10 PM. 

Volunteer Opportunities:

  • Buddies: Assist our honored guests in navigating the event and ensuring they have an unforgettable time.
  • Event Volunteers: Help with essential tasks like food preparation, guest check in, serving in the get-ready room, photography and so much more!

Additionally, we have volunteer opportunities before and after the main event:

  • Thursday Set-Up: Anytime between 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
  • Friday Set-Up: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Red Carpet Cheer Squad: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM (cheer on guests as they arrive)
  • Friday Clean-Up Crew: 9:00 PM – 10:30 PM


Mandatory Volunteer Training

  • Date: January 20, 2025 @ 7pm
  • Location: Brooklake Church

Sign up today and be part of creating an unforgettable night for our guests!

Sign up now!