United General District 304

01/29/2026

January is a great time to set intentions for the new year. Whether your goals are financial or health-related, Basic Food can support you! If you are eligible, Basic Food benefits can reduce your monthly grocery expenses so that you can meet your other budget-related goals. Most local farmers markets not only accept Basic Food benefits but will double your spending power with SNAP Market Match, making it easy for you to support local farms and businesses this year. And while you’re saving money and shopping locally, healthier choices will feel within your reach!
Do you have a new year’s goal to finally apply for Basic Food? We can help! Make a 30-minute phone appointment in English or Spanish with us today and we will assist you in your application. Call (360) 856-2549 or visit our website: https://unitedgeneral.org/basic-food/ to find out more or sign up for an appointment!
Basic Food Outreach program is one of 50 programs offered by United General District 304 promoting health and wellbeing at every stage of life.
USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender
Enero es un excelente momento para establecer propósitos para el nuevo año. Ya sean metas financieras o de salud, ¡Basic Food puede ayudarte! Si cumples con los requisitos, los beneficios de Basic Food pueden reducir tus gastos mensuales de alimentos para que puedas alcanzar tus otras metas financieras. La mayoría de los mercados de agricultores locales no solo aceptan los beneficios de Basic Food, sino que también duplican tu poder de compra con SNAP Market Match, lo que te facilita apoyar a las granjas y negocios locales este año. Y mientras ahorras dinero y compras productos locales, ¡tomar decisiones más saludables estará a tu alcance!
¿Tienes como propósito de Año Nuevo solicitar Basic Food? ¡Podemos ayudarte! Programa una cita telefónica de 30 minutos en inglés o español hoy mismo y te ayudaremos con tu solicitud. Llama al (360) 856-2549 o visita nuestro sitio web: https://unitedgeneral.org/basic-food/ para obtener más información o programar una cita.
El programa de alimentos de Basic Food es uno de los 50 programas que ofrece United General District 304 para promover la salud y el bienestar en todas las etapas de la vida.
El USDA es un proveedor, empleador y prestamista que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades.

01/28/2026

Happy New Year! Wondering if you’re eligible for Basic Food benefits? Thinking about applying? In order to qualify, your household, aka anyone eligible who you share or prepare food with, will need to make at or below the total gross (before taxes) income listed.
If you are already on Basic Food and your income has changed, update DSHS (call 1-877-501-2233) before the 10th of the following month. If your income decreased, you may be eligible for more benefits. If income increased above the threshold and you’re still using your EBT card, you may have to pay back benefits you no longer qualify for.
, aka , , or , is a program that provides eligible individuals and families money each month to spend on groceries. We offer free bilingual application assistance, all over the phone! Learn more about Basic Food and get help applying on our website: https://unitedgeneral.org/basic-food/

¡Feliz Año Nuevo! ¿Se pregunta si aún califica para los beneficios de Alimentos Básicos? ¿Está pensando en aplicar? Para calificar, su hogar, es decir, cualquier persona elegible con la que comparta o prepare alimentos, deberá tener un ingreso total (antes de impuestos) inferior al que está en la figura
Si ya está recibiendo Alimentos Básicos y sus ingresos han cambiado, actualice al DSHS (llame al 1-877-501-2233) antes del día 10 del mes siguiente. Si sus ingresos disminuyeron, es posible que sea elegible para recibir más beneficios. Si los ingresos aumentaron y sigues usando tu tarjeta EBT, es posible que tengas que devolver los beneficios para los que ya no calificas.
, también conocido como , o , es un programa que proporciona a las personas y familias elegibles dinero mensual para gastar en comestibles. Obtenga más información sobre Alimentos básicos y obtenga ayuda para presentar una solicitud visitando: https://unitedgeneral.org/basic-food/ ¡Ofrecemos asistencia bilingüe gratuita para la solicitud, por teléfono!

01/28/2026

A message from our partners PeaceHealth United General Medical Center about navigating options for care.
As the public hospital district for northern and eastern Skagit County, United General District 304 helps ensure medical care is available in our community through a long-term agreement with PeaceHealth. We also offer ways for people of all ages to gain and maintain health and wellbeing across more than 50 programs!
Learn more us at https://unitedgeneral.org/about/

Not sure whether to go to the ER or urgent care? Learn the key differences and when to choose each for the care you need. https://ow.ly/sNOn50XRkyA

Remember, if you are having a medical emergency, call 9-1-1.

01/27/2026

We 💗 our United General Fitness Center members! Whether you joined in January, or have been with us for years, thank you for being a part of this strong (literally and figuratively!) community.

Our favorite part of this place isn’t the equipment—it’s the people.
Every age, every level, every goal. This is a gym where everyone belongs.
Let’s keep building strength together. 🏋️‍♀️❤️

https://fitness.unitedgeneral.org/

01/23/2026

Our team is excited to host a table at tomorrow's Fun Run! If winter sunshine, exercise, and supporting youth and families is your idea of a good time, we'll see you there 😎

The Get Outside 5K Fun Run is almost here—and we can’t wait to move together.

Hosted by Skagit Runners-Run the Valley this family-friendly event is a celebration of community and support for Boys & Girls Clubs of Skagit County.

Last chance to join us.

👟 Registration info is in the comments.

01/23/2026

Looking for an opportunity post-college? Hoping to gain experience in health & social services? Consider AmeriCorps service!

Two AmeriCorps VISTA positions are available now at United General District 304. Visit https://UnitedGeneral.org/join-our-team/ to learn more about the roles and apply by February 6.

AmeriCorps VISTA (Volunteers in Service to America) is a national service program that combats poverty by building the capacity of nonprofits and public agencies, placing full-time members for a year to create sustainable solutions in areas like education, economic opportunity, and health. VISTA members develop resources, create systems, recruit volunteers, and build partnerships to strengthen organizations for long-term impact, receiving a modest living allowance, professional training, and an education award or cash stipend upon completion.

Questions? Contact Elizabeth.Ruth@UnitedGeneral.org

01/22/2026

Start a new tradition! The Concrete Light Walk is Saturday, Jan. 31 at 4:30 pm.

Mark your calendar -January 31 at 4:30 p.m.! We hope this becomes an annual tradition.

01/20/2026

Do you have a reliable way to store your medications? Especially if you or a loved one receives an opioid prescription, be sure to take the . You can request a locking storage bag or bottle on our website: https://UnitedGeneral.org/prevention/
Visit www.GetTheFactsRx.com to learn more about ways to protect your loved ones.

01/17/2026

Designed for both expecting and new parents, the Bringing Baby Home program will give you skills and information to recognize and cope successfully with the normal stressors of becoming a family! This five-session workshop is held in-person from 5:30-8 pm at the Heartwood House in Sedro-Woolley from February 5 through March 5. Learn more and sign up here: https://unitedgeneral.org/classes/ -classes

Cost*: $50 per couple. Dinner is provided!
*$30 for Couples with Apple Health and $15 for couples with TANF. If cost presents a financial hardship, please contact us – scholarships may be available.
Questions? Contact Liz at Liz.Cooksey@UnitedGeneral.org

Bringing Baby Home is coordinated by United General District. It’s one of more than 50 programs we offer, promoting health & wellbeing at every stage of life.

01/15/2026

Interested in AmeriCorps? Serve with us at United General District 304 as an AmeriCorps VISTA! We have two opportunities starting in March 2026: a VISTA Grief Support Development Coordinator, building capacity for the Rooted: Grieving & Growing Together program, OR a Help Me Grow Skagit VISTA, improving resources for local children & families!
Learn more and apply with the links below
- Help Me Grow Skagit VISTA https://bit.ly/4aMduum
- VISTA Grief Support Development Coordinator https://bit.ly/3LG6LI9

Questions? Contact Elizabeth.Ruth@UnitedGeneral.org

01/09/2026

Can you dig it? Concrete Farm to School is holding a volunteer day on Jan. 19!
Every year, on the third Monday in January, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service is observed as a “day on, not a day off". Lend a hand if you can!

SAVE THE DATE: Another school farm workday is set for Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service on Monday, January 19. We will be hosting families and community volunteers to support our winter garden cleanup and prep for spring. 9:00-1:00 with a soup lunch provided. Dress for the weather and we hope to see you there (7834 S Superior Ave)!

Concrete Farm to School is one of over 50 programs offered by United General District 304 promoting health and wellbeing at every stage of life.