Sound Generations

Sound Generations’ offices are closed in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. Juneteenth marks a pivotal moment in American history—the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in 1865. On this day, Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, bringing the news of freedom to the last enslaved individuals more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth not only honors the end of slavery but also recognizes the enduring contributions and resilience of African American communities.

Happy Juneteenth from Sound Generations to you!

Pictured: Waving to East African Senior Center during Older Americans Month Volunteer Day

Alison (from our Elder Education Institute) is leading a presentation about how WA CARES supports long-term care benefits for workers 18+ across Washington state -- including you!

Join us for a free presentation on Thursday, July 9 at the Seattle Public Library 6-7pm. RSVP not required!

We had such a blast celebrating Older Americans Month this year! In a whirlwind of a month, we shared Community Bingo cards throughout King County, showed up at five events, and raised over $24,000 in support of life-changing programs for older adults.

Thank you to all our partners:
Cambia Health Foundation
Mighty-O Donuts
Seattle Rep
Sound Theatre Company
Seattle Public Library
Rainbow Bingo
Age Friendly Seattle
Tilth Alliance
Veronica Beard
ET Russian

Special shout-out to Cambia Health Foundation for returning as our Older Americans Month 2026 challenge match sponsor and joining us at the Tilth Alliance Volunteer Day.

Today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. This year, we’re joining government agencies and organizations across the country to raise awareness about imposter scams. Learn the signs of an imposter scam so you can avoid them. ejcc.acl.gov/imposters

We had a wonderful time getting to meet you at Seattle Pride in the Park! Come rain or shine, we spread the word about Sound Generations to over 400 people and 13 organizations. We also helped our partners at GenPride set up their tent in the second photo.

See you at the Pride Parade on June 28!

Have we touched the life of you or someone you know? Show your appreciation by voting for Sound Generations as the "Best Nonprofit Organization!"

Go to VotethePNW.com to vote! You can vote once every day from now through June 26.

(You will find us under "services," then "best nonprofit organization." We are also nominated for "best place to work for.")

Thank you so much for attending our 21st Annual Inspire Positive Aging Awards!

In a joyous ceremony, we recognized 57 nominees from all across Western Washington. The Inspire Positive Aging Awards demonstrate what’s possible when community, compassion, and courage come together to honor and uplift older adults.

At the end, we raised $93,986 to support life-changing services for older adults.

To see the full recap or make a gift, go to go.soundgenerations.org/awards-2026

Older Americans Month is now over! It's been a wonderful, invigorating month. Full recap coming soon.

If you have a bingo but haven't sent it in, you still have time! Send your bingo cards to [email protected] for consideration.

Older Americans Month may be over, but the mission continues on! Age Friendly Seattle hosts an online anti-ageism training (FREE!) that only takes 45 minutes if you have access to internet and a computer. The training is available all year around, so take a chance to deepen your commitment to older adults.

P.S. we are still accepting bingo cards! Send them to us as soon as possible for a chance to win

Our final category of the Inspire Positive Aging Awards is Lifelong Learning. Our nominees embody the spirit of the awards and show us that older adults can flourish in new chapters in life.

The awards luncheon is tomorrow! Show your support for this year's Inspire Positive Aging Awards nominees at go.soundgenerations.org/tickets2026