Seattle/King County Clinic

Breast cancer accounts for 1 in 3 cancer diagnoses among women worldwide. This means that, for many, a mammogram isn’t just peace of mind, it’s lifesaving. At Seattle/King County Clinic, we’re deeply grateful to Fred Hutch, a world-renowned cancer center, for bringing their mobile mammography van to provide hundreds of free screenings to our patients in need.

Thank you to the incredible staff who make this possible, from the teams who care for patients onsite, the radiologists who thoughtfully read results, and the administrative staff who seamlessly manage the logistics behind the scenes. Because of you, those in our community who don’t always have access to healthcare can get critical answers about their health when it matters most.

From providing essential supplies and volunteers to supporting outreach efforts, Kaiser Permanente Washington shows up with a multifaceted approach that makes a lasting impact.

Their generous financial support, meaningful in-kind contributions, and dedicated volunteer time all reflect a deep commitment to community well-being. They don't just talk about making a difference, they walk the talk, demonstrating what it means to be genuinely invested in the people they serve.

Thank you for your years of partnership showing up with heart, leadership, and unwavering support.

What we create together goes beyond numbers, it’s connection, dignity, and hope. Because of your support, 3,164 individuals received vital care, saving over $3 million in essential services. Thank you for being part of this community of care.

Seattle/King County Clinic may have ended in April, but for many patients, the journey wasn't complete until this past weekend.

On May 30-31, patients returned to pick up 424 pairs of prescription eyeglasses ordered during the Clinic. Patients were also able to meet with opticians to ensure their glasses fit comfortably and receive any needed adjustments before heading home.

Some of the most rewarding moments were seeing patients put on their new glasses, admire their frames, and experience the difference clear vision can make in everyday life.

While most eyeglasses were picked up in person, our work wasn't quite finished. On June 1, our team of volunteers and staff mailed the remaining glasses to patients who were unable to attend, helping ensure they receive this important part of their care.

Thank you to the volunteers, eye care professionals, and supporters who helped make this event possible and fulfill another step in the patient care journey. 💙

📷by Auston James

With proposed double-digit health insurance increases for the third year in a row, a record number of Washingtonians will struggle to stay covered this year. But this isn't just an insurance crisis: when affordability shifts for some, access is affected for everyone.

As Christine Lindquist, Executive Director of the Washington Healthcare Access Alliance explains, "Many Washington free clinics have already reported a higher volume of new patients to date than for all of last year. These increased rates will push even more patients into the overburdened, under supported healthcare safety net."

Read more at the Seattle Times:

'Unaffordable reality' ahead for WA individual buyers of health insurance Health insurance companies that serve the individual market requested an average rate increase of 22.4% for for 2027 — one of the highest changes in years.

A few weeks ago, we underwent our lab results review and mailing process: two days of teamwork in action. Our medical directors and primary care leads spent hours reviewing over 2,000 lab tests, and volunteers stepped in the next day to help get these results out to nearly 600 patients.

For those patients, these aren’t just numbers on a page, they’re answers, clarity, and often the first step toward getting the care they need.

Huge thanks to our lab partner, Quest Diagnostics, for powering this work and providing ongoing support behind the scenes.

A huge thank you to Providence Swedish for recognizing the impact of Seattle/King County Clinic by naming our Founder & Project Executive, Julia Colson, as the Honorary Coach for last Friday's Seattle Storm game!

We're proud to partner with an organization that champions leadership and community both on and off the court.

As of 7am, we have handed out all the available tickets for today in Medical, Dental and Vision. They went fast!

It's the final day for Seattle/King County Clinic!
We anticipate handing out the following numbers of tickets today for services: Dental: 300 Vision: 200 Medical only: 75.

Fisher Pavilion is the place to report to get your tickets, which start being dispersed at 5:30am.
https://seattlecenter.org/skcclinic/patients/

Here we go !

At the close of Day 3 of the Seattle/King County Clinic we are pleased to have served 866 patients, helping them receive free medical, dental and vision care. Our clinic helps fill a gap in the healthcare system, and we are forever grateful for the over 1400 volunteer professionals and general support staff who make it all happen. So are the happy patients who accesses critical and necessary care.
Photographer Auston James captured some of the highlights.

Join us for the final day of the clinic tomorrow, Sunday April 26. We'll disperse patient tickets starting at 5:30am at Fisher Pavilion at Seattle Center.