Do you sometimes wish you could do more to make the world a better place? You can. The Create a Better World (CBW) team creates opportunities for people like you who want to build community and make a difference in the lives of others. By guiding and supporting people to take action in the world, we are channels of God’s Love, Grace, and Power as we help transform ideas into reality through mindful service. Through CBW, we have contributed to projects and organizations such as St Francis House, local Food Banks, Rebuilding Together, Habitat for Humanity, and the Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI)—to name a few.

How to Get Involved:

You are invited to participate in one of our seasonal upcoming service opportunities listed below. If you are searching for another way to volunteer your time and energy or get more involved with the Create a Better World Team, we can match you to your specific interest or help you organize and lead your own effort. Contact Cathy Lindsay to start the conversation. You can also support CBW year-round using the donate button above and putting “CBW” in the Donor Note/Comment field.

Support CBW with company matching funds! Some employers offer company matching for donations. All company matching funds to CSL Seattle go directly to support Create a Better World programs. Ask your employer if about matching funds!

Upcoming Service Opportunities

Voter Registration, Sundays – July 12 & 19, Fellowship Hall

Our Create a Better World Committee is offering resources and opportunities to help us become informed voters and encourage others to participate as well.

To learn more, stop by the CBW tables in the Fellowship Hall on July 12 and 19. Committee members will be available to answer questions and share helpful voting resources.

Participating in elections is one of the powerful and meaningful ways to help shape the way we live, uphold the values we call dear and influence the direction of our country.

CSL’s Create a Better World committee is organizing ways to support us in voting and influencing others to do the same.

We encourage you to take a few important steps.

1. Ensure you are registered to vote. Make sure your info is up to date. If you have moved you need to reregister.
We are hosting Voter Registration at CSL on July 12 and 19th.

2. On July 12th, some of us will be completing postcards to encourage voting in other areas of the country.

3. Talk with Family members and friends about the importance of voting.

4. FYI – In Washington State there are 9 Supreme Court Justices and 5 are up for election so be aware, educate yourself about the candidates that support your values and be sure to vote for these positions.

5. Also, 17 year olds can vote if they are 18 by November 3rd.

Key Dates

1. The primary election is August 4, 2026 with early voting July 17th
2. Online and mail Voter Registration must be received by July 27th
3. In person Voter registration can be received by 8 pm on Election Day.
4. The general election is November 3, 2026
5. Voter registration at this link.

Thanks so much for participating in our democracy.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Cathy Lindsay, Create a Better World Chairperson.