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DNDA team members at steel mill with Nucor employee.

Forging Community, Rooted in Resilience!

By Communications Team | May 15, 2025

At DNDA, we believe real change happens through relationships, and one of our most meaningful is with Nucor Steel Seattle. Nucor, as it’s known today, has been a part of the Delridge community for over a century, and their commitment to this neighborhood continues to show up in powerful ways! Youngstown Cultural Arts Center, our…

Partnership Event with Seattle Children’s Theater: Recap of the Circle of Love Workshop

By Communications Team | February 19, 2025

On February 16, we gathered at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center to honor Thelma Dewitty’s legacy and celebrate National Black History Month through storytelling, art, and the symbolism of a circle. In partnership with Seattle Children’s Theater (SCT), we welcomed families and community members for The Hula Hoopin’ Queen: Circle of Love Community Workshop. We were…

Thank You Domenica for Your Dedicated Service to DNDA

By Ben Antonius | February 6, 2025

We want to take a moment to bid a fond farewell to Domenica Lovaglia, who stepped down at the beginning of this year to embrace the next chapter of her life after an incredible 13 years of service on DNDA’s Board of Directors.   Domenica has been one of DNDA’s biggest champions since she joined the…

Thelma Dewitty: Inspiring Generations Through Education and Equity

By Communications Team | January 15, 2025

As we welcome a new year and Seattle students return to their classrooms, Youngstown Cultural Arts Center proudly reflects on the life and legacy of Thelma Dewitty (1912-1977). This February, in celebration of her birthday month and National Black History Month, we are hosting a community storytelling event in partnership with Seattle Children’s Theater to…

Celebrating Community at the First-Ever Delridge Winter Market

By Communications Team | December 19, 2024

Celebrating Community at the First-Ever Delridge Winter Market On Saturday, December 14, Youngstown Cultural Arts Center came alive with joy, laughter, and the vibrant energy of nearly 800 community members at the first-ever Delridge Winter Market! This milestone event, hosted in partnership with African Community Housing and Development (ACHD), was a beautiful celebration of culture,…

A Night of Fun, Community, and Impact at Destination Delridge Casino Night 2024

By Communications Team | October 15, 2024

  This past Saturday, October 5th, we gathered for an evening of celebration at our annual fundraiser, Destination Delridge! The event at the Youngstown Cultural Arts Center brought together our vibrant community for a night filled with excitement, games, and generosity. Check out our amazing photo gallery, graciously photographed by one of our most dedicated…