A Message from Our CEO
It’s Springuary and I am watching the rain from the windows of our beautiful new office space as I write this month’s newsletter intro. What I love about this time of year is the cooler weather and occasional rainy days create vibrant green landscapes and beautiful spring gardens.
This month, I hope you will get outdoors (rain or shine) and enjoy some of the wonderful events hosted by CPIN, The Queer Stability Foundation, and community partners. We are also celebrating AANHPI Heritage month and highlighting collective impact from our 1st Year of The Purpose Fund on May 20th at Red Elm Cafe. We are bringing the pizazz to the business pitch while rocking some fantastic lip products at our May 28th Pitch and Pout event,and are looking forward to our client’s fundraising event on May 30, Your Hope and Future Celebration for Jesus is God Ministry.
What is also on my mind is how we build strength and resilience as a community by listening, showing up for each other, and fostering new friendships and connections. CPIN is deeply committed to creating thriving communities while celebrating the collective impact we make every day. Thank you for being part of this journey.
Dr. Angela Silva
May AANHPI Event Highlights!
May is AANHPI Heritage Month! Join us as we celebrate with our community partners making a difference in the lives of their communities!
Tacoma Public Library is excited to join over 140 participating library systems for the West Coast’s biggest book club: One Book, One Coast. This year’s main title selection is George Takei’s bestselling graphic memoir “They Called Us Enemy” that recounts his childhood imprisoned within American concentration camps in World War II.
On May 31st, join “One Book, One Coast” book club for a virtual session with author George Takei!
Music at the Park
"Music at the Park" is scheduled for Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 2 PM to 6 PM at the Tacoma Chinese Reconciliation Park, located at 1741 North Schuster Parkway, Tacoma, WA. This event showcases diverse local, cultural, and contemporary musical performances aimed at fostering community connection and celebrating heritage.
Check out some fun events on these community calendars:
- https://www.tacomalibrary.org/aanhpi-heritage-month/
- https://www.apicsouthpugetsound.org/2026-aanhpi-heritage-month-celebration
- https://www.mlb.com/mariners/tickets/specials/heritage-nights
CPIN Staff in ACTION!
A shout out to The RISE Center of Hilltop and their Cinco De Mayo Community Day at McMenamins Elks Temple. CPIN and Queer Stability Foundation joined the RISE Center Team in raising funds for their housing and food programs.
CPIN is a proud supporter of the Bryant Neighborhood Centers (BNC) 2026 auction through a Hope Giver Sponsorship. We love that BNC serves as a community hub and offers such great programming for youth and families. Learn more about the BNC on their website.
CPIN Staff Karisa, Angela and Millie were at Grit City Connect this past week to highlight how CPIN provides technical assistance and consulting support for small business and public works contractors/subcontractors.
CPIN Client Wins!
CPIN supports organizations in finding funding pathways and getting more money for the programming! CPIN has secured over $75 Million since 2020 to support mission driven initiatives for our clients. This year, we have also expanded our service lines to offer organizations even more support including capacity building, marketing, HR, IT, and events and fundraising. Meet our team and learn more about how CPIN can support you through our various service offering atour website.
The Tacoma News Tribune has published an article highlighting the impact and resounding success of Oasis Youth Center’s 2026 Queer Prom, an event that brought together LGBTQ+ youth and allies from across the community to celebrate in a safe and affirming space.
To support Queer Prom and other Oasis events throughout the year, consider attending our annual fundraiser, Big Hat Brunch. Early bird pricing is still available until May 15th, so take advantage while you still can!
This year’s theme, Rainforest Flora & Fauna, invites guests into a vibrant world teeming with life among lush canopies, dazzling foliage, and awe-inspiring vistas. The forest exudes adventure and curiosity, sheltering all life beneath its magnificent cover.
Step into the wild. Dress to delight.
And help us grow a brighter future for queer youth.
CPIN Events!
Join us May 20th at Red Elm Cafe to celebrate 1 year of the Purpose Fund!
We will also be honoring our newest Purpose Fund Grant awardees, Red Elm Cafe, Key Peninsula Preschool and Key Peninsula Partnership for a Healthy Community and featuring foods from small l businesses to purchase from C’s and Bee’s and Flowers By SweetPea.
Join us on May 28th from 5:30pm to 7:30pm for Pitch & Pout, a fun and confidence-building event where we’ll share our business pitches while trying on different lip colors to find the shade that makes us feel bold, polished, and ready to shine. Sister Studio will be providing sample Mary Kay lip products and Sahale Outdoors will be providing on-site nature crafts for children whose parents are attending this event.
CPIN’s Monthly Open House - Visit us on the Third Friday of each Month
Join us on Friday June 19th from 1pm to 3pm for our next community resource day. We offer free fresh and shelf stable food, hygiene items, and clothing. Text our Resource Coordinator, Millie at 253-278-8861 to set up your appointment. Do you need to visit us on a different day? Reach out to Millie to schedule this day and time.
Doing some spring cleaning? We accept donations of gently used clothes mens and children’s clothes, toys and household items, as well as food, diapers and hygiene items. Keep an eye on our social media for updates on what we need to what we have in stock for our outreach days.
Office Events with Queer Stability
Our new office space allows Queer Stability to partner with members of the community to offer these amazing events!
Resume Review with Queer Stability (Lunch and Learn) Tuesdays @ 12pm
Queer Wellness Days 5/23 @ 6am and 6pm
Welcome to Sewing Basics! Thursdays 1pm - 3pm
May 22, 2026 5PM - 8PM Queer Joy Crafting and Art Night
Join us May 22nd, from 5pm - 8pm on-site at Crafty AF on South Tacoma Way. We will be together creating arts and crafts.. Create for you or create for our art wall in the office! We'd love to have folks join us and be in community as we craft together.
Check out other events on Queer Stability’s Community Calendar:
Community Events and Resources
Your Hope and Future Celebration for Jesus is God Ministry
A fundraising event to provide support to veterans and individuals transitioning from homelessness, mental illness, addiction, and prison.
Join us for a powerful evening of faith, community, and impact—supporting vital outreach and housing programs for individuals experiencing homelessness.
What to Expect
- Live Entertainment & Inspiration, featuring Comedian Jason Earls, and a powerful Impact Speaker sharing real stories of transformation
- Music & Worship led by CKBF Worship Team (Christ the King Bible Fellowship)
- Elevated Dining Experience, catered by Liiv 4 Flavor, enjoy appetizers, mocktails, and a full dinner, followed by our Dessert Auction—a fun and meaningful way to give!
- Silent Auction: Bid on unique items, experiences, and services donated by generous community partners. All proceeds directly support outreach and housing programs.
Tacoma's monthly Third Thursday museum district celebration!
Local museums offer free or discounted admission once a month, and often feature special activities.
Visit the Washington State History Museum for free from 3pm to 8pm. You can also visit the Foss Waterway Seaport from 4pm - 8pm, and the Tacoma Art Museum and Museum of Glass from 5pm to 8pm.
Local downtown art galleries also open their doors for participants to stop by and enjoy, the works of art and mingle with the artists!
