Action Areas
New York Times Bestselling Author Ijeoma Oluo Set to Keynote at the Neighborhood Heroes Gala
We are incredibly excited to announce that New York Times Bestselling Author Ijeoma Oluo will be our 2025 Rainier Beach Neighborhood Heroes Gala Keynote Speaker! Ijeoma’s powerful voice and thought leadership have inspired...
Read MoreFrom Student to Leader: Safiyat Bayo Shares What Makes Rainier Beach A Beautiful Safe Place
by Safiyat Bayo Having joined RBAC as a freshman, I am a former student of Rainier Beach High School and a proud alumna. Throughout my childhood, I also collaborated with classmates who attended the same school as I did....
Read MoreThe History of Pearl Activation
Since 2010, Rainier Beach residents and stakeholders have been organizing to reduce the incidents that contribute to youth crime in Rainier Beach. 15 years later, data will show we have indeed accomplished that goal How did it...
Read MorePriority Hire Orientation
Access to education and training can transform lives. As our city grows and changes, so does the need to create more accessible and supportive learning spaces for people of all backgrounds. Whether someone is looking for a new...
Read MoreFarmstand- One Month Recap
With two farm stands officially under our belt, we’re grateful to share that we’ve had a successful start to our 2025 season—our 8th season overall and our 6th season offering completely free distribution! The primary reason...
Read More2025 Back2School Bash
Growing up, the most exciting part of a new school year for me was getting new school supplies. For some kids, it was new outfits, new shoes, or new classes. For me, it was opening a fresh pack of Ticonderoga pencils! I...
Read MoreHow Past Leaders Guide Us This Pride Month
Happy Pride Month, Rainier Beach! Pride Month is a time to celebrate all that makes us special and honor those who fought to ensure our rights. At Rainier Beach Action Coalition, we are constantly alongside our neighbors to make...
Read MoreWhat 1,400+ People Told Us About Rainier Beach—and Why It Matters
Neighborhood Perception Keeps Getting Better! Every year, RBAC’s neighborhood engagement workers hit the streets during community activations to conduct surveys—and thanks to this consistent effort, we’ve gathered a wealth of...
Read MoreThe Rainier Beach Back2School Bash is BACK!
On Saturday, August 24, from noon to 4 p.m., the Rainier Beach neighborhood will come together for the 22nd Annual Back2School Bash at the Rainier Beach Community Center, a celebration rooted in care, joy, and preparation for...
Read MoreThe 2025 Farm Stand and CSA Season is Imminent!
As we approach the start of the 2025 Farm Stand season and all the energy, excitement, and to-dos that come with that, we’ve been looking back on last year’s season with so much gratitude and awe. Last year, through...
Read MoreGrowing Healthy Food to Develop Healthy Industry Hosts Annual Youth Food Justice Townhall
On April 26, the Seeds of Change Network held its second annual Youth Food Justice Town Hall, marking the first event hosted at the Rainier Beach Food Innovation Center! We had a fantastic time in the community, giving people...
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