We all need someone to lean on

Washington Gorge Action Programs change people's lives, embody the spirit of hope, improve communities, and make the Columbia Gorge a better place to live. We care about our entire community, and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves - and each other.

At one time or another, we all need someone to lean on.

Reach out to us:

  • If you have lost your home.

  • If you need help getting by.

  • If your family needs food.

  • If you need help paying bills (electric, heat, water).

  • If you need help using social services programs.

  • If you are struggling.

  • If your child is struggling.

  • If you have experienced violence.

  • If you are seeking training for a new job.

  • If you want someone to help you find a way to a better life!

If you need a hand-up or a fresh start - The team at WAGAP is here for you.
Call 509-493-2662

Recent Updates

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60 years of Community Action
60 years of Community Action

2024 marks the 60th year since the Community Action Network was established to help American families and communities overcome obstacles to poverty. Over 1,000 agencies across the country are working every day to create opportunities and transform the lives of their neighbors, making communities stronger and helping families across the US thrive. This year, Washington Gorge Action Programs, a proud member of the Community Action Network, will also commemorate 58 years of helping families throughout Skamania and Klickitat counties. 

2023 Houseless Collaborative Report
2023 Houseless Collaborative Report

Over 1,000 people at risk of eviction did not lose their housing last year with help from community partners, according to the Mid-Columbia Houseless Collaborative 2023 annual report shared at a recent meeting held at the Gloria Center in The Dalles.

Civic Engagement Team
Civic Engagement Team

Recently, Cristian Olivares and Ben Noble have been made co-directors of Civic Engagement on a mission to engage low-income residents as partners in building thriving communities. 

 

Our Programs:

Food Banks

Housing Assistance

Prevention

Energy Assistance

Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault

Youth Center

Pathways to Health Connect

Second Hand Rose

Fiscal Sponsorship

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CONTACT

WAGAP Main Office
115 W Steuben Street, Bingen, WA
Phone: (509) 493-2662
Toll Free: (800) 755-1192

Goldendale Office
150 W Main Street, Goldendale WA
Phone: (509) 773-6834
Toll Free: (800) 755-1192, Ext 300

Skamania County Office
683 Rock Creek Drive, Stevenson, WA
Phone: (509) 427-8229
Toll Free (800) 755-1192, Ext 313

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Some of Our Partners:

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Food Banks

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Housing Assistance

Eviction Assistance Housing Homeless Cant Pay Rent Can't Need Food Resources Family Hungry Free Food Program Electricity Heating bills gas PUD Utility shut off cold Social

Energy Assistance

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Health

Connect

Youth Center

Fully equipped for fun with a pool table, foosball and ping pong tables, five computers, video and board games, music, garden space, books and lots more. The Center offers guided hands-on activities: art projects with local artists, Dinner Nights and Kids Can Cook, Girl’s Circle by the Domestic Violence Prevention Program and other workshops, along with opportunities to provide community service.

Youth Center

Second Hand Rose Thrift Shop

“A wonderfully friendly thrift shop with lots of hidden treasures”

Second Hand Rose
115 West Steuben Street, Bingen, WA
(509) 493-2662
Toll Free: (800) 755-1192, Ext 340

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Help Us Make A Difference:

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Support from you helps us run the programs that uplift people across our communities. A donation to WAGAP can keep a family in their home, keep a family’s heating on, stabilize a family feeling domestic violence, and much more.

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