Mission
OneEastside brings together regional partners in united voice for collective impact. By focusing on sustainable economic development, together we can build an equitable economy with access to affordable housing, transportation, and quality education for all members of our community.
About OneEastside and OneEastside SPARK
OneEastside coordinates economic development across East King County and started work during the COVID-19 pandemic to synchronize pandemic relief measures across the eastside.
The OneEastside SPARK program was initially funded by a one-year federal grant, and coordinates regional partners to maximize resources and focus on small business and nonprofit recovery and resiliency in the eastside’s 23 cities and towns. OneEastside SPARK forged new territory in equity in economic development by piloting new projects in collaboration with community-based organizations, providing in-language, culturally appropriate assistance to hundreds of business owners from historically underserved communities.
Media
Press Releases
Pilot Project to Strengthen Regional Korean-Owned Small Businesses (February 17, 2023)
GiveBIG Eastside Collaboration Supports East King County Nonprofits With May 3-4 Giving (May 2, 2022)
New East King County Small Business Advisor (July 30, 2021)
Two Free Webinars Offered to Help Eastside Employers Prepare Their Workplace and Workforce for the anticipated statewide June 30, 2021 reopening (June 11, 2021)
Federal Grant of $500,000 Creates a Positive Spark for Eastside Businesses (May 7, 2021)
In the News
한인들 빅허그 세미나에 큰 관심 “워싱턴주 세금은 이 정도는 알아야.” Seattle N, June 9, 2022
Combos, Lucas. “‘GiveBIG Eastside’ Kicks Off 48-Hour Fundraising Campaign Tuesday.” MSN, May 2, 2022
Stearns, John. Boost Sought for Eastside Nonprofits Through GiveBig. 425 Business, May 3, 2022
Sheppard, Cameron. “Restaurant owners discuss labor difficulties with U.S Rep. Suzan DelBene.” Kirkland Reporter, July 8, 2021
Campbell, Megan. “Eastside economy avoided a hard fall during the pandemic, economist says.” Puget Sound Business Journal, May 11, 2021
Campbell, Megan. “Eastside program aims to help small businesses recover from pandemic.” Puget Sound Business Journal, May 10, 2021
Staff
Kristina Hudson, Chief Executive Officer, OneRedmond, and Founding Partner, OneEastside
Shawn Palmer, ASBC, MSML, Certified Business Advisor, OneEastside
Margo Shiroyama, Director of Special Projects, OneEastside
Our Regional Partners
photo credits this page: Kenmore Hanger (Andrew Pogue Photography); Streetscape (City of Redmond)