The Dignity Closet, a nonprofit in Bellevue, is celebrating its one year anniversary of providing essential items to families in need.
The organization focuses on family essentials including hygiene items, clothing, books, and toys for children. Over the past year, the nonprofit expanded to include food items in response to SNAP benefit changes and summer vacation, when children no longer have access to school meals.
Amanda Kuehmichel, founder and executive director of The Dignity Closet, said the summer months drive specific needs for the families the organization serves…