In a time of profound uncertainty across Washington State’s health care landscape, Project Access Northwest stood firm in its belief that access to quality health care is a right—not a privilege. What began twenty years ago as a program connecting volunteer providers with specialty care needs has grown into a comprehensive regional system for care coordination and innovative whole-person health programs. In 2025, that evolution translated into measurable impact for thousands of people across our region.
Our growth in 2025 did not come at the expense of our mission—it reinforced it. As Board Chair Robin Larmer shared, “I’m especially grateful that in these challenging times, we’ve not just survived but added new programs that meaningfully benefit our community.” Her words capture the spirit of a year marked by resilience and purpose.
Guided by our core values of Advocacy, Collaboration, Equity, Service, and Support, Project Access Northwest met rising community needs with determination, creativity, and partnership. As coverage gaps widened and systems strained, our team and partners leaned in—ensuring that individuals and families were not left to navigate complex health challenges alone.
The collective efforts of our staff, volunteers, health care partners, and funders resulted in at least the following achievements in 2025:
- 14,297 dental care referrals processed, helping patients access essential oral health services;
- 96 volunteer behavioral health providers recruited, expanding access to critical mental and emotional health care;
- $1.5 million in health insurance premiums paid, keeping individuals and families covered and connected to care;
- 279 Medical Transportation Program (MTP) clients supported with comprehensive care coordination;
- 2,619 specialty care appointments scheduled—many life-changing and potentially life-saving;
- Expanded programming through North Sound ACH, strengthening regional collaboration and service reach; and
- The opening of a new office in Spokane, extending Project Access Northwest’s footprint and deepening our commitment to statewide impact.
Behind every number is a person—someone who received timely care, found relief from pain, gained stability through coverage, or experienced dignity and hope during a vulnerable moment. These outcomes reflect not only scale, but also the depth of care coordination and trust that define Project Access Northwest’s approach.
Looking ahead, Project Access Northwest enters 2026 grounded in experience and energized by possibility. The challenges facing our communities remain real, but so does our resolve. With continued partnership and shared commitment, we will keep building systems that remove barriers, center equity, and ensure that care is accessible to all who need it.
Thank you for being part of this work—and for helping make 2025 a year of impact, progress, and hope.