Mason Matters

01/23/2026

The momentum of the childcare coalition work is literally contagious.

The Mason County Childcare Coalition reconvened in January, co-facilitated by MasonEDC and Mason Matters, bringing partners together to begin shaping actionable strategies to improve childcare access and strengthen the local workforce. The discussion focused on aligning priorities, identifying next steps, and connecting childcare to broader workforce and economic development efforts.

Read more: https://masonedc.org/news/childcare-coalition-meeting3

01/23/2026

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01/21/2026

Join the coalition and bring your ideas about substance use prevention!

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Join our Substance Use Prevention Coalition in person or online at: https://www.healthymasoncounty.com/calendar.php?view=day&month=01&day=21&year=2026&calendar=&id=39

01/21/2026

2026 annual gardening workshops from Mason County Master Gardeners. Gardening = moving naturally

Our workshops begin January 31st which is less than two weeks away. There are still spots available. Preregister now and get 5 sessions for $25 which includes zoom access and recordings.

01/15/2026

Our Community Credit Union is awarding up to 10 $5,000 scholarships to graduating seniors in the Class of 2026 who are preparing to attend an accredited college, university, community college, or vocational or technical school. Applicants must be OURCU members in good standing. Applicantions are digital only and must include transcripts and up to three letters of recommendation.

Incomplete submissions will not be reviewed, so applicants should verify all materials are uploaded before submitting. The deadline to apply is April 3, 2026.

Apply at ourcu.com/scholarship-program.

01/15/2026

01/05/2026

Mason Matters is seeking a part-time, experienced hourly bookkeeper to support our financial operations. Please inquire at info@healthymasonmatter.org. Thank you!

12/19/2025

Here's a free one hour virtual legislative training designed for food bank and pantry volunteers and staff addressing how state policy shapes hunger and food assistance and how to effectively advocate.

Join us for a one-hour virtual legislative training designed specifically for food banks and pantries. This session will introduce how state policy shapes hunger and food assistance, provide a brief primer on poverty and policy, and offer clear, actionable steps for engaging with legislators. D...

12/18/2025

Washington Department of Commerce just opened a funding opportunity for nonprofit capital projects. An information session is scheduled for today (12/18) at 11:30am. Please share.

The Department of Commerce is opening a funding opportunity for the Capital Project Capacity Grants for Nonprofit Organizations on Dec. 22. To help organizations prepare, their Community Engagement and Outreach Team is hosting optional information sessions the week of December 15. These small grant