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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Gracie stopped by to check in, and we couldn’t be prouder of her journey! A 2018 graduate of our Employment Services program, Gracie was placed and hired at Hubby’s Pizza in Kennewick — and guess what? She’s still thriving there and loving her work!
💫 Swipe to take a trip back to 2018 when Gracie was an active client of ours, working hard to achieve her goals.
Way to go, Gracie! 💙
Sorry, Not Sorry! 🎲 Our Community Center is always buzzing with fun but also a bit of friendly competition! Board games are always a hit, and Sorry! is hands-down a fan favorite among our clients.
Today, we want to shine the spotlight on Kailey, who graciously stepped in as our Temporary Community Center Manager. Kailey, your dedication, warmth, and endless smiles have truly made a lasting impact on our clients and staff alike.
Your kindness and leadership during this transition period ensured that the Community Center remained a space of joy, support, and connection. The clients have cherished your presence, and so have we!
As we officially welcome Tiffinni as our new Community Center Manager, we want you to know, Kailey, that the door is always open for you to come say hi! You’ll forever be part of the Columbia Ability Alliance family. 💛
Thank you for everything, Kailey! 🎉
We’re excited to unveil our newest additions: a wheelchair-accessible bus and a 16-passenger van, made possible by incredible grants and the generosity of our amazing community. These aren’t just vehicles – they’re a step toward inclusion, accessibility, and empowerment!
💙 A huge shoutout to @mustangsigns for bringing these vehicles to life and helping us continue breaking down barriers in our community. Together, we’re driving change and advancing inclusion!
At Columbia Ability Alliance, we live by these words every day. 💙 Through empowerment, inclusivity, and opportunity, we strive to do what’s right—building a community where individuals of all abilities can thrive.
Dr. King`s vision reminds us that meaningful change starts with action, compassion, and the courage to stand up for what matters. Together, let’s continue creating a world where everyone feels valued and empowered.
