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Mission: Nourishing teachers and school staff in Yakima by recognizing, supporting, and encouraging.

09/03/2026

Not sure exactly where your gift should go? You don't have to decide.

One of the simplest ways to support Artos is to give where the need is greatest - a donation that lets Artos direct your generosity to whatever teachers and school staff need most in that moment. Some months that's classroom supplies. Other times it's a birthday card, a thank-you treat, or support for a special school project. Your gift meets the need as it arises.

It's flexible, direct, and always meeting a real need - supporting educators across the Yakima Valley throughout the school year. To give where it's needed most, visit artosyakima.org.

08/31/2026

Meet Heidi McLaughlin, one of the first friendly faces you'll see when you walk through the doors at West Valley High School.

Whether she's greeting students, welcoming families, or helping staff throughout the day, Heidi brings kindness, positivity, and a smile to everyone she meets. It's people like Heidi who help create a school culture where students feel seen and supported from the moment they arrive.

At Artos, we believe every member of a school community deserves to be recognized—not just teachers, but the office staff, custodians, counselors, paraeducators, bus drivers, and so many others who quietly make a difference every single day.

Thank you, Heidi, for the care and encouragement you bring to West Valley High School. We're grateful for all you do.

08/27/2026

So much of what happens inside a school goes unseen.

The teacher who stays late rearranging desks for the tenth time. The custodian who knows every student's name. The counselor who carries more than anyone realizes.

Artos exists to recognize the teachers and school staff who quietly pour their hearts into students every day - through simple, thoughtful acts of appreciation that remind them their work matters and they are valued.

Caring for the people who care for our students: that's the whole idea.

If it's one you believe in too, visit artosyakima.org to be part of it.

08/25/2026

Important update for our Artos volunteers!

Our next volunteer meeting has been moved to September 3 from 10 AM–2 PM at the Yakima Education Association House.

This will also be our new home for all future Artos volunteer meetings, so be sure to save the location:
Yakima Education Association House
4406 W Nob Hill Blvd.
Back Conference Room

We look forward to seeing everyone there!

08/21/2026

There's a section on the Artos website called Teacher & Staff Love Notes, and it's described as the heart and soul reason behind everything Artos does.

It's filled with words from real teachers and school staff across the Yakima Valley - people who received a treat, a birthday gift, or a note at just the right moment, and took the time to write back. Their gratitude says more about why this work matters than we ever could.

If you've ever wondered whether small acts of appreciation truly make a difference, we'd love for you to spend a moment with those notes at artosyakima.org. And if they move you to help create more moments like them, you'll find every way to give right there too.

08/19/2026

The sweetest little helper joined us for treat prep!

One of our volunteers brought along her grandson to help put together treats for local educators, and he took his job very seriously. We love seeing even our youngest community members get involved in showing teachers and school staff how much they're appreciated.

Kindergarten helpers really are the best!

08/13/2026

Throwback to one of our favorite projects.

A few years ago, Artos had the opportunity to completely transform the staff lounge at McKinley Elementary. From a new refrigerator, stove, microwave, and seating to a hot and cold water dispenser, nugget ice machine, and so much more, the goal was simple: create a space where educators could truly take a break.

Teachers spend so much of their day pouring into others. They deserve a place that pours back into them.

08/10/2026

If you're a retired teacher or school staff member, there's a volunteer role at Artos that was made with you in mind.

Artos is looking for community members to drop off monthly thank-you treats and handwritten notes at partner schools across the Yakima Valley - so that teachers and staff feel seen and appreciated all year long. Who better to deliver that encouragement than someone who has lived the work and knows exactly what a small kindness means in the middle of a hard week?

If that sounds like you, or someone you know, reach out through artosyakima.org.

And even if this particular role isn't your fit, there's a place for every willing pair of hands at Artos.

08/07/2026

Summer break has been fun... but we've been counting down the days until we get to start surprising teachers again.

There's just something special about delivering a small reminder that they're seen, appreciated, and making a difference. We can't wait to get back into schools with treats, handwritten notes, and plenty of encouragement.

Here's to another year of celebrating the incredible educators in the Yakima Valley.

08/04/2026

Back-to-school season is almost here, and if you're a parent in the Yakima Valley wondering how to support your child's school this year, here's a simple place to start:

- Visit the school directory at artosyakima.org to see if your child's school is one Artos currently supports

- If your school isn't on the list, reach out through the contact page - Artos wants to hear from you and change that

- Browse the classroom gift drive at giftdrive.org/drive/380 to purchase items teachers and staff have requested

- Consider a donation of any size to help recognition and encouragement reach more educators

Supporting those who spend every day with your kids is one of the most personal ways to invest in their school year.

Visit artosyakima.org to get started.

Address

Po Box 9156
Yakima, WA
98909

Website

http://www.artosyakima.org/

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