Sustainable Renton Encampment Relief

A warehouse interior with a "Welcome to The Hope Factory" banner overhead, sponsor banners on the walls, and a volunteer working on a small tiny house shell.

On Tuesday, Wear A Big Smile (WABS) had the opportunity to help our partners at Sustainable Renton, an organization doing meaningful work for individuals living in nearby encampments.

A man holds a Wear A Big Smile Foundation sign in a warehouse storage area stacked with donated shoe boxes and bins, with a colorful "HOPE" sign on the wall behind him.

Marc personally delivered it to their donation center, which also serves as an emergency food bank for two local encampments: Riverton and Henderson. Together, these communities are home to approximately 110–120 full‑time residents, many of whom rely on Sustainable Renton for essential resources. The facility also houses a group that builds tiny houses that are used throughout King County. 

WABS donated 115 pairs of new Western Chief boots across all genders—an incredible contribution. These boots will make a real difference for people facing harsh weather conditions and difficult living environments.

Several small tiny houses in various stages of construction and painting inside a warehouse.

Thank you to everyone who helps make donations like this possible. 

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