2010 Annual Report Published

June 29th, 2011

 

 

 

We are proud to share our accomplishments and outcomes from 2010 in our
annual report (2.24MB).

We hope to provide you some insight into our complex organization and unique business model as a Social Enterprise. Skills Inc. is filling a need within the community to provide pathways to employment for persons with disabilities.  We are able to accomplish our mission with the help of our numerous stakeholders.

Your connection to Skills Inc. is central to our efforts and is an essential component to generate outcomes that make a difference. Thank you for your partnership and continued support.

Dennis Bounds Promotes Annual Event

March 7th, 2011

How you can go “Bowling with Dennis Bounds” and others from KING 5 TV!
KING 5 Community article by Dennis Bounds

Coming Sunday, March 13, is the 4th annual Bowling with Bounds at Kenmore Lanes. 

We take over the alley and bowl the day away for a good cause. 

The beneficiary of this wonderful event is Skills, Inc. (www.skillsinc.com), an organization that creates jobs that change lives. 

Their mission statement on their website reads: “ Through responsible management and solid corporate partnerships, we create and maintain a stable, rewarding place of work, where persons with disabilities contribute their skills.
And their vision statement: “ To seek innovative enterprising opportunities that employs and supports persons with disabilities.”

Joining me again this year will be my colleagues from KING5, Allen Schauffler, Rich Marriott, and Tracy Taylor, along with KJR’s Ian Furness.
Four hours of bowling, with a silent auction table, giveaways and a raffle.
Noon  to 4pm.  

My oldest son is developmentally disabled, and I know the value of him having a good job.  So help us help those who have disabilities.

Go to the Skills, Inc. website for more information about their programs, and register for Bowling with Bounds. 

It is the only charitable event that bears my name.

click here for full article

Bowling with Bounds Fundraiser

February 15th, 2011

When:  Sunday, March 13th, 2011

Where:  Kenmore Lanes

Join King 5 TV personalities Dennis Bounds, Allen Schauffler, Rich Marriott, and Jesse Jones; along with KJR 950 Sports Radio Host Ian Furness, in individual and team bowling!

All proceeds benefit Skills Inc. Outreach Program and Vocational Services; both support the assessment, training, and employment of persons with disabilities, providing a pathway to opportunity and jobs.

For more information and to register click here

Employment For All

February 3rd, 2011

Governor Gregoire has declared February 9th, 2011 Employment For All Advocacy Day in Washington State.

Through her Proclamation, Governor Gregoire “urge(s) employers to join me in fighting perceptions keeping people living with disabilities from joining the workforce, and encourage employers to hire people with disabilites as an intergral part of their workforce.”

Read all of Governor Gregoire’s Proclamation here

Fall 2010 Newsletter

November 23rd, 2010

Download the Fall 2010 Newsletter