We want to help the groups help themselves,

How can I help someone if they can't help themselves?

All of the sudden these people know more about our area than we do. They form all these groups and committees and tell everyone what they're going to do for the community.

Our farmers need help to recover from their economic losses and begin to replant for next season, ... More Washingtonians are employed by agriculture than any other industry in this state. This is about our economic vitality. We need to provide the assistant and support to help folks pull through.

We're dealing with a very broad umbrella, ... Not only are we trying to attract different racial groups, but different sexual orientations, international students and students with disabilities.

We try to help as many people as we can,