Seattle Compassion Services

Outreach Report: Ballard Cleanup – February 14, 2026
This past Valentine’s Day, 8 volunteers assembled to provide outreach to the Ballard Industrial area, an area especially hit hard by homelessness. Together we removed 680 pounds of trash from sidewalks and public space, distributed 45 bottles of water, and handed out 25 trash bags. The day was sunny, and everyone left safely, fulfilling our objective to provide compassionate outreach in a secure manner.
We are happy to be a part of the new Seattle mayor’s efforts, Katie Wilson, to try a new approach to managing homeless encampments in the city. Through a partnership with the Ballard Taskforce, we have been asked to focus on a set of encampments, removing trash and providing outreach bi-monthly. In the past, encampments were often identified and cleared with short notice, leading to frequent relocation rather than long-term solutions. It was efficient in speed, ineffective in outcome. With the FIFA World Cup 2026 this spring, and the whole world coming to Seattle, it’s imperative we do our best work. Thank you to the Ballard Taskforce and Mayor Wilson for your support and encouragement.

🌿 Ballard Compassion Outreach
🗓️ Saturday, February 14, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 Ballard Industrial by Subway
4530 9th Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107

🤝 What We’ll Be Doing
🧹 Picking up trash and handing out water
💬 Talking with folks experiencing homelessness

🌤️ Weather: Cloudy, 39–46°F
👟 Wear pants, closed-toe shoes, and gloves (gloves provided)

💛 Why It Matters
We’re spreading love and kindness by:
✨ Cleaning up our community
✨ Building meaningful relationships

🙌 Come Join Seattle Compassion Volunteers!
Be the light. Show up. Make a difference.

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