County Resources

Pierce County, Washington
70+ Organizations Across 6 Sectors
Verified by MIL-CO First, 2025

Military and Veterans

  • Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM)home.army.mil/lewis-mcchordMilitary installation, TAP, ACS, family support
  • TAP Program at JBLMsfl-tap.army.milTransition assistance for separating service members
  • American Lake VA Medical Centerva.gov/puget-sound-health-careFull-service VA healthcare, Tacoma campus
  • Tacoma Vet Centerva.gov/tacoma-vet-centerReadjustment counseling, PTSD, MST support
  • Pierce County Veterans Servicespiercecountywa.gov/veteransBenefits assistance, claims navigation
  • Washington WDVAdva.wa.govStatewide veteran benefits and programs
  • DAV Chapter 23 Tacomadav.orgDisability benefits, transportation, advocacy
  • Hiring Our Heroeshiringourheroes.orgMilitary hiring, corporate fellowship programs
  • Blue Star Familiesbluestarfam.orgMilitary family support programs
  • Team Red White and Blueteamrwb.orgVeteran community, fitness, social events
  • Warrior-Scholar Projectwarrior-scholar.orgAcademic transition for veterans
  • Operation Homefrontoperationhomefront.orgEmergency financial assistance, housing, family support for military families
  • Nine Line Foundationninelinefoundation.orgMental health, crisis support, and suicide prevention for veterans and first responders
  • Employment Readiness Group (JBLM)jblm.armymwr.comOn-base career counseling, resume support, and job search for military spouses and DoD cardholders
  • STEP — Support the Enlisted Projectstepsocal.orgFinancial counseling, emergency funds, and wellness support for E1–E6 and recently separated veterans. Tacoma office.
  • TeamSTEPS USAteamstepusa.orgEvidence-based teamwork and communication training for military-connected healthcare teams and organizations.
  • SkillBridge (DoD)skillbridge.osd.milDoD program allowing transitioning service members to complete industry internships with civilian employers during their final 180 days of service — fully supported by the military while gaining civilian work experience.
  • Skoolie Foundationskooliefoundation.comWA nonprofit converting buses into mobile resources — shelter, hygiene, and food aid — for homeless veterans across Pierce, South King, Thurston, and Kitsap Counties.

Workforce and Employment

  • Workforce Centralworkforce-central.orgPierce County workforce development board
  • WorkSource Pierceworksource-pierce.orgEmployment services, job training, career coaching
  • MDC Workforce Programsmdc-tacoma.orgSkills training, job placement, basic needs
  • Goodwill of the Olympics and Rainier Regiongoodwillwa.orgJob training, placement, career development
  • Tacoma Urban Leaguethetacomaurbanleague.orgWorkforce equity, civil rights, opportunity
  • SkillBridge (DoD)skillbridge.osd.milIndustry internships for separating service members
  • Onward to Opportunity (O2O)ivmf.syracuse.edu/programs/career-trainingCareer certifications for military community
  • American Corporate Partnersacp-usa.orgMentorship for veterans and military spouses
  • WA Apprenticeship Programslni.wa.gov/licensing-permits/apprenticeshipRegistered union trades apprenticeships
  • WorkSource JBLM Affiliate Siteworksource-pierce.org/jobseekers/militaryFirst DoD-certified American Job Center on a military base — career counseling, job search, and hiring connections on Lewis North
  • Hiring Our Heroes — Corporate Fellowshiphiringourheroes.org12-week paid fellowship for transitioning service members and military spouses placed at major employers
  • ACTNow Educationactnowed.orgFree workforce training and career pathway programs for military spouses and veterans across the South Sound — a key MilSpo First cohort partner. Portable, accessible, and built around real career outcomes.
  • American Corporate Partners (ACP)acp-usa.orgFree one-year mentorship from business professionals for post-9/11 veterans and military spouses transitioning careers.

Education and Certification

Housing and Basic Needs

  • MDC Housing Servicesmdc-tacoma.orgRental assistance, stability, eviction prevention
  • Tacoma Housing Authoritytacomahousing.orgPublic housing, Section 8 vouchers
  • Pierce County Housing Authoritypchawa.orgHousing vouchers, self-sufficiency
  • Catholic Community Servicesccsww.orgEmergency assistance, housing, refugee services
  • Tacoma Rescue Missiontrm.orgShelter, meals, recovery, employment
  • Emergency Food Networkefoodnet.orgFood bank coordination, Pierce County
  • Associated Ministriesassociatedministries.orgEmergency rental, utility assistance
  • YWCA of Pierce Countyywcapiercecounty.orgDV services, housing for women and families
  • Nativity Houseccsww.orgDay shelter, case management, recovery

Behavioral Health and Healthcare

Community and Nonprofits

  • United Way of Pierce Countyuwpc.orgCommunity investments, 211 helpline
  • Lutheran Community Services NWlcsnw.orgFamily services, immigration, refugees
  • Boys and Girls Club South PSbgcsps.orgYouth programs, after-school, mentorship
  • Pierce County Human Servicespiercecountywa.gov/1024/Human-ServicesCounty social services, veterans, seniors
  • Metropolitan Development Councilmdc-tacoma.orgCommunity action, housing, workforce
  • Destiny City Foundationdestinycityfoundation.orgCommunity development, youth, family
  • Pierce County 211wa211.orgResource helpline for all Pierce County services
  • Associated Ministriesassociatedministries.orgEmergency assistance, community meals
  • YWCA Pierce Countyywcapiercecounty.orgAdvocacy, economic empowerment, DV services
  • Greater Tacoma Community Foundationgtcf.orgPhilanthropic hub supporting nonprofits and community initiatives across the South Sound region.

Pierce County and JBLM Programs

  • Pierce County Veterans Assistance Fundpiercecountywa.gov/1201/Veterans-Assistance-FundEmergency food, rent, utility, and medical assistance for Pierce County veterans
  • Pierce County VSO Claims Assistancepiercecountywa.gov/7622/VSO-Claims-AssistanceFree accredited Veteran Service Officers for VA disability and benefits claims
  • Pierce County Veterans Housing Options Group (VHOG)piercecountywa.gov/7694/Veterans-Housing-Options-Group-VHOGCoordinated housing response for veterans at risk of or experiencing homelessness
  • Pierce County Homeless Veterans Reintegration Programdva.wa.govEmployment-focused reintegration support for veterans experiencing homelessness
  • Tacoma Pro Bono Community Lawyerstacomaprobono.orgFree civil legal assistance, including a veterans legal clinic
  • Catholic Community Services SSVFccsww.orgSupportive Services for Veteran Families — housing stability plans and short-term financial assistance
  • Army Community Service JBLMhome.army.mil/lewis-mcchordInstallation family support, relocation, financial readiness, and advocacy
  • JBLM Employment Readiness Programjblm.armymwr.comFree career coaching, resume help, and job connections at Hawk Career Center
  • WorkSource JBLMworksource-pierce.org/jobseekers/militaryDoD-certified American Job Center on base for transitioning service members and spouses
  • JBLM School Liaison Officedodea.edu/schoolLiaisonsEnrollment support, records transfer, and special education coordination for military children
  • JBLM Transition Services / Soldier for Lifesfl-tap.army.milTransition Assistance Program delivery before separation
  • VA Puget Sound — American Lakeva.gov/puget-sound-health-careVA healthcare, mental health, and specialty services, Lakewood campus
  • Washington Vets to Tech (Saint Martin's)stmartin.edu/academics/all-programs/washington-vets-tech-wav2tIT and computer science certificate program with two certification exam vouchers
  • Military Service to Educationwacareerpaths.comWIOA-funded short-term certifications for Pierce County and JBLM residents within 12 months of ETS
  • Valley Cities Counselingvalleycities.orgFree mental health treatment for veterans
  • House of Matthewhouseofmatthew.orgTransitional housing and reentry support in Pierce County
  • South Sound Military and Communities Partnershipssmcp.orgRegional convener aligning military installations with surrounding communities
  • Center for Independencecfi-wa.orgIndependent living services and advocacy for people with disabilities

King County Resources — Coming Soon

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