West Seattle Helpline’s annual fundraiser, Taste of West Seattle, is scheduled for May 26 at the Hall at Fauntleroy. The fundraiser is their largest annual event and is crucial for generating the resources required to help community members recovering from hardship.

Last year, The Taste 2015 set a new record, raising $54,000 (over 25 percent of last year's annual operating budget). West Seattle Helpline is hoping to build on that success this year to raise the awareness and necessary funds in order for them to provide support to all neighbors in need.

West Seattle Helpline provides vital support services to individuals and families working hard to recover from crisis and get back on track via three program services:

Rent & Utility Assistance: One-time emergency financial help to keep the lights on, the water running and prevent evictions while neighbors get back on their feet.

Transportation Assistance: Providing bus tickets to help neighbors get to employment interviews, medical appointments, job training or to take care of other essential needs while working through hardship.

The Clothesline: At their free clothing store, “The Clothesline,” they provide new and like-new clothing to those in-need free of charge. Whether it’s back to school clothing for children or professional attire for job-seekers, they help members of our community with limited resources dress for success.

West Seattle Helpline is a volunteer-driven organization, and they aim for their volunteers to be the front line in helping their neighbors.

Right now, they have openings for volunteers to help sort, stock and support shoppers at the Clothesline and for volunteers to staff their Assistance Hotline, helping their clients connect to local resources and start the process of requesting assistance from the WS Helpline. West Seattle Helpline is also happy to discuss volunteer opportunities for outreach, events, fundraising and more! For more information visit http://wshelpline.org/get-involved/volunteer/ or contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Theresa, at theresa@wshelpline.org.

List of vendors for Taste of West Seattle 2016

Elliott Bay Brewing Co.
Hotwire Online Coffeehouse
Stuffed Cakes
Chaco Canyon Organic Cafe
The Bridge
Baked.
Duos Catering
Freshy's
Coral Wines
The Westy
Locöl Barley and Vine
Cocoa Tantily
Brookdale Admiral Heights / WS
Metropolitan Market
Dolcetta Artisan Sweets
Harry's Chicken Joint
Bakery Nouveau
West 5
Beveridge Place Pub
Saltys on Alki
Prost! West Seattle
Mission
Schooner EXACT Brewing Company
Circa
Dream Dinners, West Seattle
Pizzeria 22
Dukes
West Seattle Cellars
Menchie's Admiral
Tuxedos and Tennis Shoes
11 Olives
Big Al Brewing
Fresh Bistro
A la Mode Pies
Husky Deli
North West Wine Acadamy
Marination Ma Kai
PCC Natural Markets
Doolie's Food
Coastline/Copper Coin
Mioposto Pizzeria
Phoenecia
Zeeks Pizza