Key to Hope 2025 - Plymouth Housing

Key to Hope: The Power of Connection

Thank you for your incredible support!

On September 17, more than 1,100 passionate community members came together at The Westin Seattle for Plymouth Housing’s signature Key to Hope luncheon. To everyone who contributed, thank you for championing Plymouth’s evidence-based, heart-centered approach to ending homelessness. Together, we raised over $1.5 million to help our neighbors find safety, stability, and healing.

If you weren’t able to attend this year’s luncheon, we invite you to make a gift today. Every contribution helps us move closer to a community where everyone has a home and can live with dignity and hope.

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Keynote Speaker

Dr. Vivek Murthy, former U.S. Surgeon General, delivered a keynote that was both urgent and deeply moving. He spoke about loneliness as a public health crisis — as dangerous as smoking or diabetes — and emphasized the transformative power of human connection. Dr. Murthy praised Plymouth’s work as a model of what’s possible when we meet people with compassion, dignity, and belonging. His words reminded us that connection isn’t just healing. It’s lifesaving.

Who does Plymouth serve?

Each Plymouth resident has a unique personal history, but they also have a lot in common: 94% have a disability, and 77% live with a mental health condition; 25% are 65 or older, 7% are veterans, and 44% are people of color. All 1,400 are people who previously experienced homelessness for many years — and they are bright, resilient members of our community.

When someone moves into a Plymouth apartment, they receive much more than a roof over their head. They gain access to personalized support from a housing case manager, on-site services like health care and counseling, and regular community activities. These resources create a stable and deeply supportive place where residents can heal and rebuild their lives after experiencing homelessness.

Key to Hope 2025 Supporters

Event Co-Chairs

Ronnie Henderson
Mechanics Bank

Deborah Ross
Real Retail

Committee

Laura Bachman, Bachman Consulting
Mark Barbieri, Washington Holdings
Matthew Cazier, Harborview Medical Center
Michelle Galvin, Pagliacci Pizza
Robin Martin, Hello Robin
Searetha Simons, Resident Representative and Community Volunteer

Table Captains

Key to Hope Table Captains make this event possible! Together, they will promote Plymouth Housing and bring 1,300 guests to Key to Hope.

Marcia Almquist
Pamela Baade
Laura Bachman
Mark Barbieri
Yovanni Baustista
Brenda Baxter
Brian Bennett
Sandy Bergen
Becky Bicknell
John Boesche
Colin Boyle
Rev. Kelle Brown
Erin Burr
Tammy Canavan
Amy Carter
Matthew Cazier
Stacy Crim
Shari delaFleur
Andrew DeVore
Eric Dixon
Olivia Doyle
Scott Feir
Michelle and Matt Galvin
Ben Gist
Sonya Gosain
Kendall Guthrie
Louis Han
Ronnie Henderson
Kyle Hepper
Andrea Hogan
Bob Homchick
Denise Ingram
Sue Jones
Kurt Jun
Jane Kay
Jeremy Kern
Sommer Kleweno-Walley
Aaron Laing
Allison Lamb
Paul Lambros
Karen Lee
Shari Leid
Jane Lewis
Arneta Libby
Viviana Lopez
Bella Lopez
Robyn Mah
Robin Martin
Lauren McGowan
Julissa McWashington
Julia Meo
Sarah Meyer
Jon and Mary Okada
Eileen Okada
Donna Okawa
Alex Pace
Craig Parsons
Jeff Pelletier
Karen Peterson
Ellen Post
Dave Ramsay
Jeff Reibman
Audrey Riddle
Chuck Riley
Deborah Ross
Kayley Runstad Swan
Becky Rusnak
Andrea Sato
Mike Schabbing
Mike Schlect
Shawn Scott
Monica Scott
Dennis Sills
Janet Stephenson
Ben Straughan
Aileen Sunde
Megan Tegan
Lainey Templeton
Katie Trimpe
Ashlee Vassel
Eric Vonderscheer
Dan Weibe
Darryl West
Lynsee Wiegand
Emily Wheeler
Melanie Wimmer
Jane Zalutsky
Jess Zimbabwe
Kelly Zuger

Ways To Support Our Cause

Join Us at Key to Hope

Come be part of a compassionate solution to homelessness at our signature luncheon.

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Become a Key to Hope Table Captain

Table Captains go above and beyond by filling tables, inviting guests to give to Plymouth, and getting their networks involved.

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Sponsor Key to Hope

If your company would like to sponsor Key to Hope, contact Director of Development Gretchen Rhoden at grhoden@plymouthhousing.org.

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Volunteer With Plymouth

We are proud to provide volunteering and service project opportunities for individuals, community groups, schools, and corporate partners.

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Join Our Email List

You’ll receive reminder emails leading up to Key to Hope as well as other organizational updates.

Follow Us on Social Media

You can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

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Key to Hope Sponsors

Presenting Sponsor

Starbucks

Title Sponsor

Gen Cap

Pagliacci

Platinum Sponsors

Avalon Bay Brettler Family Foundation

Delta Dental Gates Foundation Goodman Real Estate

Nordstrom Wellpoint"

Gold Sponsors

Amazon
BNBuilders
Mechanics Bank
Urban Renaissance Group
Walsh Construction
ZVNBRGN Funds

Signature Airline Sponsor

Delta

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a dress code for this event?

The recommended dress code for this event is business casual attire.

What is a Table Captain?

Our Table Captains are individuals who volunteer to host a table of guests (10 per table). Becoming a Table Captain is free!

Table Captains can also become Table Sponsors by sponsoring their table at $2,500 and encouraging all of their guests to give the suggested donation of $250, doubling their impact.

Can I register if I don't have a Table Captain?

Absolutely! Everyone is welcome to attend Key to Hope, even without a Table Captain. When you register, just write “N/A” in the Table Captain field.

Is it really free to attend?

To make Key to Hope as inclusive as possible, attendees are not required to pay to access the event. However, this is also a major fundraiser for Plymouth Housing: To help us reach our fundraising goal, we suggest a donation of $250 or more at the event.

What does Plymouth Housing do?

Plymouth Housing is one of the largest providers of permanent supportive housing (PSH) in King County. Since 1980, we’ve been ending homelessness one person at a time. We believe that housing is a human right — and the first step to a more stable life. Currently, Plymouth provides homes to nearly 1,400 individuals at 17 apartment buildings throughout the county. For the cost equivalent of 16 days in a hospital or 10 weeks in King County jail, we provide 365 days of housing plus critical support services. And, our approach works — 95% of residents remain safely and stably housed after moving into a Plymouth home.

How else can I get involved in Plymouth's mission?

We are always looking to engage new Plymouth supporters! Check our volunteer page for current opportunities. You can also learn more about our work by following us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.