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One year in, The Dignity Closet in Bellevue is soaring past its goals — not just handing out clothes and hygiene items, but now feeding families too. Founder Amanda Kuehmichel pivoted when she saw kids going hungry over summer break and SNAP cuts, turning her nonprofit into a flexible lifeline. Their innovative point system lets families choose what they need most — like bigger detergent bottles for big households. They’re even welcoming families from across town, with one driving an hour to get double the usual supplies every other month. And Kuehmichel’s big vision? Teaching kids to give back — because building a culture of community support starts with the next generation.

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