Chinook Enterprises

It shouldn't take an obstacle course to open a door! 

At Chinook Enterprises, accessibility opens doors...to Opportunity, Inclusion, and Community.  This year for GiveBIG we're building on our Giving Tuesday campaign, raising $15,000 to install additional automatic door openers throughout our facility.  You can help us clear the final hurdle, making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve by donating to Chinook during GiveBIG.

Automatic door openers are small, but powerful upgrades that will help us make our building more welcoming and easier to navigate for everyone who walks through our doors.

Picture this... 

Imagine starting your day with a mini obstacle course.  You've got coffee in one hand, paperwork in the other, and you're trying to open a door that feels like it weighs a ton.  For many of our team members, customers, and visitors, that's a real daily challenge.

Automatic door openers transform those moments.  They remove unnecessary hurdles and replace them with independence, dignity, and ease.  What seems like a simple button can completely change someone's experience, turning an obstacle into an open door.

You can support accessibility and inclusion by helping Chinook Enterprises raise $15,000 for GiveBIG.

Your gift for GiveBIG will make a lasting impact on our mission to support over 220 individuals annually. Every new door opener we install is another step toward a workplace that reflects Chinook's mission of inclusion and opportunity for all.

These upgrades will enable us to remove obstacles and make Chinook a place where everyone belongs! 

You can participate in three ways: 

1. Make a small donation that will contribute to help Chinook invest in additional automatic door openers.
2. Share our donation page and include a brief story about why Chinook is important to you. 
3. Make a large enough donation to cover most or all of the cost of the openers.  

You can learn more about Chinook and our Employment Specialists on our website.

Yes! I WOULD LIKE TO CONTRIBUTE TO GIVE BIG 

Meet Yelena, a proud Sedro‑Woolley High School graduate with a deep love for learning, connection, and community. The school system holds a special place in her heart, and her dream job is to work as a receptionist at a school, ideally in the Sedro‑Woolley area. She stays in touch with former teachers and enjoys visiting campus, a reflection of how meaningful those relationships and environments continue to be for her.

Learn more about Yelena here.

Please join with others around Skagit County and beyond who believe in our mission of inclusion, that everyone who wants a job should get a job – including people with disabilities and other barriers.  Are you in?

Yes! Here's My GIVE BIG gift!

Confidence, Creativity, and Community: Alex’s Success Story!

Alex is currently employed at Chuck E. Cheese, where he works as a host and greeter. In this role, he welcomes guests, supports families as they arrive, and helps set the tone for a fun and friendly experience.  Alex sees this position as an important steppingstone while he works toward his long‑term goal of becoming a YouTube content creator. Several of his siblings have also worked at Chuck E. Cheese, which has helped him feel comfortable, confident, and motivated to stay engaged there as he continues planning for what comes next.

Known for his consistently positive attitude, Alex brings enthusiasm to his interactions with family members, friends, and Employment Specialists. 

Learn more about Alex's story here.

Whether it's a small generous donation or a larger contribution, every bit helps get closer to our goal of opening doors of Opportunity for all. 

 

Here's my GIVE BIG gift!