washington business washington advance award
The Washington Advance Award recognizes a Washington state business that has had a significant impact in its sector , contributing to the advancement of its community and / or statewide economy .
2022 winner : goodman real estate inc . ( gre ), seattle
www . goodmanre . com
“ As a regional housing provider , we have a responsibility to grow and strengthen the communities in which we live , work and serve .”
— Goodman Real Estate Inc . nomination materials
about : Goodman Real Estate Inc . ( GRE ) is a real estate investment company headquartered in Seattle that specializes in multifamily and commercial real estate . The company ’ s core values of trust , value and humility are reflected not only in its business partnerships , but also in its charitable giving and commitment to local issues .
why they won : GRE strives to be a driving force for positive change . Through its IMPACT program , GRE invests in the lives of its employees , residents and communities . In 2021 , GRE launched its new Inclusion , Diversity , Education , Accessibility and Leadership ( IDEAL ) IMPACT Initiative and enrolled more than 40 communities in the Safe Place Program to combat hate crimes .
The company also expanded its One Percent IMPACT Initiative , which aims to provide 1 % of available units to low-income residents , and helped 1,397 residents secure $ 12,727,025 in rental assistance through its Resident Resource Assistance Division .
other finalists :
• Pacific Northwest Aerospace Alliance , Redmond : Through the recently created Pacific Northwest Aerospace Cluster , the Pacific Northwest Aerospace Alliance is bringing together members and industry partners to address key challenges and create new opportunities for innovation .
• Premera Blue Cross , Mountlake Terrace : In 2021 , the Premera Blue Cross Social Impact program committed $ 6.2 million to more than 70 organizations in Washington working to solve issues related to behavioral health , the intersection of homelessness and behavioral health , and health equity .
washington veterans and families award
The Washington Veterans and Families Award recognizes employers who have developed and applied hiring and retention best practices for addressing the employment challenges faced by veterans , transitioning service members and military spouses .
2022 winner : nineline veterans services , fife nine9line . org
“ If it wasn ’ t for NineLine , I would still be on the street . Thanks to them I have a successful job and roof over my head .”
— John T ., NineLine Veteran Services nomination materials
about : Founded in 2016 , NineLine Veteran Services provides innovative approaches for veterans , their families , and the community . Programs include organizing activities and outings for veterans , business and employment support , housing , wellness support and outreach to veterans . winter 2023 31