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Lifelong CEO, James Shackelford, joined ARC Seattle co-anchor Steve McCarron to talk about his priorities as he steps into the position, the communities Lifelong serves, the current demand for Lifelong's services, and how the organization is evolving to meet changing demands in public and community health.

Lifelong CEO, James Shackelford, joined Charlie Harger and Manda Factor on Seattle Morning News / KIRO 97.3 to discuss feeding and supporting vulnerable communities as SNAP benefits run out.

Lifelong stands with our community members impacted by the federal shutdown. As of November 1, Washingtonians enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) may lose access to crucial program benefits until the government reopens.

After a rigorous and inclusive search process, the Lifelong Board of Directors has appointed James Shackelford as Lifelong’s Chief Executive Officer.

We must remember how the AIDS epidemic showed the resilience of the LGBTQ+ community. Through our collective action, our community helped shape the LGBTQ+ rights movement. We’ve been here before. We will not stop fighting. Lifelong will continue to provide care and services to our neighbors in need.

Lifelong is thrilled to announce that we recently achieved Food is Medicine Coalition (FIMC) Accreditation. We are the first medically tailored meal provider in Washington State to receive FIMC Accreditation and one of just thirteen Accredited Agencies across the country.

Coordinated Care has been more than just a supporter—they've been an active force for change in our community.

The new facility will more than double the size of Lifelong’s current space allowing for an expanded kitchen, increased meal production capacity, and enhanced storage facilities for grocery distribution.

Recent changes in federal funding could impact critical programs at Lifelong. We’re monitoring the situation closely and advocating to protect essential services.

At Lifelong, we remain steadfast in our mission to serve and advocate for our neighbors in need, especially during times of great change.

We're excited to share that Lifelong received a $790,000 investment from the approved 2025 budget for King County District 8 to support our kitchen expansion.

King5’s feature focusing on Lifelong’s Chicken Soup Brigade highlights how we strive to meet the needs of our community.

As someone who has been living with HIV for 40 years, I can tell you that it is not an easy journey.