What's Happening

This Advent, the Diversity and Inclusion Ministry (DIM) invites you to join our Dignity Drive—a vital collection of specific goods for the Lynnwood Food Bank.

Each November, Military Families Appreciation Month invites reflection on the unseen service and daily sacrifices made by those who support loved ones in uniform.

Each November, Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month invites us to recognize the millions of people living with Alzheimer’s and to stand alongside their families and caregivers in compassion and hope.

Each November, International Stress Awareness Week invites us to reflect on the pressures of modern life and to take active steps toward balance and peace.

Pemco fed the multitudes this morning! Knowing that our guest count is bound to increase, the Pemco team prepared double quantities.

Each October, we observe National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, recognizing the devastating impact of abuse in all its forms — physical, emotional, psychological, sexual, and financial.

October 26 is Intersex Awareness Day, commemorating the first public demonstration by intersex people in 1996.

A comment from a first time guest at Neighbors in Need: "Everyone really cares...... and they don't even need to." Yup!  That's what NiN volunteers do.

Bullying—whether in person, online, or through exclusion—harms not only individuals but entire communities, leaving deep emotional and psychological wounds.

October is National ADHD Awareness Month, a time to deepen understanding and compassion for those living with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.

Neighbors in Need has been serving every week for almost twenty years. Still every Saturday is different and always rewarding.

Each October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month calls us to compassion and action for those affected by breast cancer. Though remarkable progress has been made in early detection and treatment, 1 in 8 women will receive a diagnosis during her lifetime.

Each year on October 10, the world comes together to observe World Mental Health Day—a time to reflect, connect, and advocate for greater understanding of mental health.

Each October, we observe Down Syndrome Awareness Month—a time to celebrate the unique gifts, talents, and humanity of individuals with Down syndrome.

The International Day of Non-Violence is observed each year on October 2, the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi.

Observed annually on the last Wednesday of September, National Women’s Health and Fitness Day calls attention to the importance of women’s physical, emotional, and spiritual health.

Each September, communities across the nation observe National Suicide Prevention Month. It is a time to remember lives lost, to support those who have been impacted, and to work together in raising awareness about prevention.

Thank you to Hazel Miller Foundation for awarding Neighbors in Need a $5,000 grant.

Every September, libraries across the nation celebrate National Library Card Sign-Up Month, encouraging everyone—especially students—to get their own library card.

Each September, communities across the country recognize National Recovery Month, lifting up the millions of people in recovery from substance use and mental health challenges.