Empowering Individuals,
Enriching Our Community
Supporting the Tri-Cities through diverse programs, including employment support,
specialized job training, life skills development, and social enrichment.
Together, we can create a more inclusive community.
Columbia Ability Alliance, formerly Columbia Industries, has been a beacon of hope for over six decades, empowering individuals with unique abilities and other barriers to achieve personal success. Our story is one of evolution, perseverance, and a deep commitment to unlocking potential and transforming lives.
Thanks to our dedicated staff and support from our partners and donors, we continue to advocate for a more inclusive Tri-Cities, Washington.
Employment Services
We believe in finding meaningful employment for ALL abilities.
Community Center
We provide a welcoming, engaging center for individuals with unique abilities to discover social enrichment.
Opportunity Kitchen
We offer a 12-week vocational food service training program for individuals facing employment barriers.
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Latest News & Stories
Dawn’s Culinary Journey with Opportunity Kitchen
At Columbia Ability Alliance, our mission is all about transformation—helping people discover their potential, learn new skills, and feel empowered to take the next steps
Making the Internet a More Inclusive Place with accessiBe
We’re delighted to share a guest blog from Sheldon Lewis, Nonprofit Partnership Manager at accessiBe. Lewis recently helped us install an exciting new accessibility tool,
National Disability Employment Awareness Month – Access to Good Jobs for All
By Cheri Montee, Director of HR, Columbia Ability Alliance, and Michael Novakovich, President & CEO, Columbia Ability Alliance October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month
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Happy Friday from the Community Center! 🎉 Here’s to wrapping up the week with big smiles, great friends, and plenty of fun. There`s never a dull moment when this amazing group is around! 😄💛
At Opportunity Kitchen, we’re not just preparing meals – we’re preparing individuals for a brighter future. Through hands-on culinary training, we equip our students with the skills they need to succeed in the food service industry and beyond.
We’re now accepting students for our next class! If you’re ready to take the next step toward a meaningful career, reach out or visit our website to learn more. Let’s make your journey deliciously successful!
Contact us today at 📞 509.582.4142 or check out 💻 columbiaabilityalliance.com/opportunity-kitchen
Today, our Community Center celebrated National Bagel Day in the best way possible—by making bagels from scratch and sharing them with our amazing staff! 🍴💛
Here’s to more days filled with learning, laughter, and tasty treats! #NationalBagelDay
Meet the Dream Team! Here’s our amazing Employment Services team—the folks behind the scenes who help our clients achieve their career goals and build inclusive workplaces across our community. 💼✨
Every day, this team goes above and beyond to empower individuals with unique abilities, connect with local employers, and create opportunities that change lives. Let’s give them a big round of applause for the incredible work they do! 👏💙
Happy Monday from Kimberly and Cortney! 🌟
These two are kicking off the week with smiles and positivity! Whether it’s connecting with our clients, collaborating with the team, or simply spreading good vibes, they know how to make Mondays a little brighter.
