Troy Christensen, Executive Director This week marks three years since I joined PorchLight. It’s a good moment to look back at what we’ve been through, what we’ve built, and what still needs our attention. More than anything, it’s a chance for me to say how […]
As our community navigates the realities of homelessness, PorchLight is frequently part of the ongoing conversation. It has been brought to our attention many times that statements from community members at City Council meetings, comments on neighborhood social media pages, and broader public discourse sometimes […]
Turning the Page Together: Light the Way 2025 Recap If you were among the many guests who joined us for our annual Light the Way Luncheon, you know what a powerful afternoon it was. Together, we celebrated the impact of community, the courage of our […]
32 in Review: Looking Back to Where it All Began Thirty-two years ago, on September 8, 1993, the doors opened for the first time at our Rotating Shelter. In late October of the same year, the Seattle Times published the first story about East King County’s […]
Navigating Change: PorchLight’s CommitmentAmid Government Funding Freeze The recent executive order freezing government funding has introduced uncertainty for many nonprofit organizations, including those that provide essential services to vulnerable communities. At PorchLight, we want to assure our supporters that while this policy shift is significant, […]
Amplifying Voices: Client Advisory Group At PorchLight, we strive to provide compassionate, effective support to unhoused men on their journey from homelessness to stability. In keeping with our mission, we have launched a new initiative: the PorchLight Client Advisory Group, a vital forum created to […]
Our Commitment to Ethical Storytelling At PorchLight, we understand the power of stories to illuminate the human experience, foster empathy, and drive change. Every day, we are entrusted with caring and protecting deep, personal stories. They are not just narratives but raw expressions of personal […]
PorchLight Statement on Johnson v Grants Pass Johnson v. Grants Pass is the most important Supreme Court case about homelessness in 40 years. The decision to lift the ban on the criminalization of homelessness is deeply disappointing and represents a significant step backward in our […]
The Irony of Celebrating One Year in Our New Home As we celebrate the first anniversary in our new building, we are reminded of the profound irony that underlies our joy. While we are so thankful to have this space and appreciate the many years […]
Introducing Our 3-Year Strategic Plan PorchLight’s three-year Strategic Plan is the culmination of collaborative efforts between our board members, executive director, and senior leadership team. As a beacon of hope and support within our community, PorchLight’s commitment to fostering positive change and enhancing the lives […]
Founded in 1993, PorchLight is a nonprofit organization helping unhoused men in East King County regain stability through safe shelter and comprehensive support that addresses health, housing, and self-sufficiency.
PorchLight recognizes that the ground we stand on is the traditional territory of the Coast Salish peoples. We honor their past and present connection to this land and are grateful for their stewardship, which continues to inspire our work creating spaces of safety, belonging, and renewal.
