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Written by Yuri Kim on 12 Aug 2009 | No Comments | Basic Needs , Volunteering

In Washington state, there are many resources available to help people who are low-income or who are struggling financially. Unfortunately, most people don’t realize that they are eligible for services that can help. For example, in King County, only 66% of those eligible for food stamps are claiming them. This is the lowest rate in the entire state.

Families and individuals who have to choose between paying rent or buying groceries don’t know that there is a safety net available to them. With that