Watch the Trauma-Informed and Restorative Practices RFP Webinar

Published March 9, 2018

For those interested in the Trauma-Informed and Restorative Practices RFP, but who were unable to join the live webinar or attend an information session, the webinar recording is now available.

Applications are due April 9 no later than 2:00 pm. Click here to view the full RFP and attachments. 

Resources from this webinar:

Have more questions? There are two more in-person information sessions.

Kenmore
March 13, 12:30 to 2:00 pm
Kenmore Library

North Bend
March 14, 4:30 to 6:00 pm
North Bend Library

If you can’t make it to an information session, email your questions to CPRES-BSK@kingcounty.gov

Need more help? Get free assistance applying!

Help preparing your application is available at no cost to support Best Starts for Kids applicants. Providers offer a wide range of skills, areas of expertise, and language abilities.

See the list of providers and contact information for technical assistance here.

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