ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
About Econ Dev
The Economic Development Program works to create community-led, anti-displacement, and anti-racist strategies and policies to create a more equitable economy in White Center. Cultivating and amplifying Black, Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) voices of small business owners, residents and youth are central to resisting displacement. We’re committed to holding institutions, including King County, accountable to the community. We are guided by our place-based equitable economy work with youth.
Community E$$-cents Financial Literacy Internship
This is a paid, six-week youth internship and will explore the concept of financial wellness, its significance across our diverse communities, the ways finances impact our lives, and the framework of Community Cultural Wealth. Participants will also learn how to navigate different financial systems through a structured curriculum. The program will prioritize collaboration with and stories from inspiring local leaders, elders, business owners, educators, and entrepreneurs of White Center.
We are looking for:
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15 young adults ages 16–20 living in unincorporated King County (Those under 16 do not qualify)
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Individuals committed to learning about financial wellness in relation to community well-being
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Participants available every Tuesday and Thursday for 90–120 minutes over 6 weeks
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Full attendance is mandatory
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Applicants must submit original responses based on their own experiences (An AI identifier will be used when reviewing essay responses)
Please note: If a participant is under 18, parental consent is required.
Next Cohort: July
Create@HUB Workshops
Create@HUB is a space where entrepreneurship and skill building workshops will be hosted. This space anticipates workshops surrounding different art mediums, fabric work, and even the 3D printer industry.
Our most recent workshop included linocutting. A form of relief printmaking where a design is carved into a sheet of linoleum.
Site 3 Cafe & Tea Workforce Development Program
Community cafe space will be programmed for youth workforce development providing hands-on and administrative learning opportunities for future business leaders.
The name 'Site 3' is an ode to White Center's historic housing Park Lake Homes. Many of our staff and community partners share our sentiments for preserving this part of White Center history as many people found community and connection at Park Lake Homes (Sites 1 and 2) in that time of their lives.
Read About Our Work
Previous Departmental Projects
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White Center/ North Highline Subarea Work and Community Needs List
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White Center Business Alliance
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Unity Village
