Washington Gorge Action Programs
Sponsored by Insitu
115 W Steuben St, PO Box 805
Bingen, WA 98605
Executive Director Leslie Naramore
509.493.2662
Open Mon-Thur 9-12, 1-5
Closed Fridays
Mission
WGAP’s mission is to prevent and alleviate poverty by helping people reach self-sufficiency.
Goals
To reduce the negative impact of poverty on individuals, families, and communities.
To foster individual and family self-sufficiency, health, and well being.
To advocate for economic and social justice in our communities.
To alleviate violence through projects, community education, advocacy, and social change
To reduce hunger and malnutrition by promoting food security
– PROGRAM OVERVIEW –
In 1965, a group of residents from Skamania and Klickitat Counties formed a committee for the purpose of developing a “Community Action Agency” to fight the War on Poverty. Washington Gorge Action Programs became that agency. Serving Skamania and Klickitat Counties, WGAP is an organization dedicated to helping individuals, families, and communities address basic needs such as: food, shelter, utilities, etc.
WGAP helps individuals and families by providing opportunities while supporting their efforts toward self-sufficiency. WGAP helps communities by identifying needs and finding the resources to focus on them through partnerships with individuals, families, and communities.
PROGRAMS
Emergency Services
Crisis intervention
Energy Assistance
Utility bill assistance, shut off prevention, Conservation Education
Food Bank / Food Pantries
Food distribution to four food pantries in two counties
Commodity Supplemental Feeding Program for Seniors
Housing
Emergency Shelters
Permanent Supportive Housing
Homelessness Prevention
Programs for Peaceful Living
Domestic Violence
Services & Prevention
Sexual Assault Services & Prevention
Crime Victims Services
Representative Payee
Money Management for vulnerable adults and children
Second Hand Rose
Thrift Store & job training
Weatherization
Services to increase home energy efficiency
Community Youth Center
A recreational, educational facility for youth from 7 to 17 years old.
– GIVING OPPORTUNITIES –
Fund Raising Events
Held in November, the No Show Ball is an opportunity to provide financial support for WGAP in general or a specific program. It started as a joke, a “Ball” with no rubber chicken, no babysitter required, no new clothes. No Show Ball is the primary fund raiser for WGAP. Contact WGAP for an “invitation”.
Corporate Giving
WGAP is happy to facilitate matching donations, employee giving, or payroll deductions through your company. Contact WGAP so we can help with the process.
Donations
You can contribute to WGAP or select a specific program to support. On-line donations are accepted through PayPal or send a check to WGAP PO Box 805 Bingen, WA 98605
Other Ways To Donate
WGAP is registered with AmazonSmile and the Fred Meyer Giving Program. For specifics, contact WGAP
Other Ways to Give
The Food Bank accepts food donations Monday through Thursday 7:00 – Noon 1:00 – 4:30 at the Food Bank’s primary entrance on Depot Street in Bingen. Both perishable and non-perishable foods are welcome.
Second Hand Rose accepts gently used donations of clothing, furniture, and household items. Donations are accepted Monday through Saturday 10:30–6:00 at the main entrance 115 W Steuben.
The Youth Center accepts donations of food (for snacks and dinner) books, games, and other activities for children Monday through Friday 3:00 – 7:00 453 E Jewett White Salmon
The Housing Programs accept donations of clothing, linen, and furniture. Call the main office or visit our website for locations
Volunteer Opportunities
The Food Bank, Youth Center, Housing Programs, and Second Hand Rose need volunteers for specific tasks. Also, WGAP has a number of Advisory Boards and a local Board of Directors who are all volunteers. Please contact WGAP for more information.