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.

Employment Services
We believe in finding meaningful employment for individuals in our community of ALL abilities.

Community Center
We provide a welcoming, engaging center for individuals with unique abilities to discover social enrichment every weekday.

Opportunity Kitchen
We offer a 12-week vocational food service training program for individuals facing employment barriers.
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Latest News & Stories

Debunking the Myths: Making Your Workplace More Inclusive for Adults with Disabilities
Are you a business owner curious about how to make your workplace more inclusive? Fostering an inclusive work environment isn’t just a feel-good initiative; it

A Day of Service: Columbia Ability Alliance Clients Give Back at Tri-City Union Gospel Mission
Service has the power to build bridges, create purpose, and strengthen communities. It’s a belief that drives the Columbia Ability Alliance Community Center, and one

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
🌼 Martha and Jeannie are all smiles over at the Community Center! With spring in full swing, we`ve packed our calendar with fresh, fun, and exciting activities that our clients love. From gardening to outings and everything in between, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
🌷 Come see what we’re up to this season and check out the full calendar on our website under our Community Center Page: columbiaabilityalliance.com

Meet Krista, one of our amazing Employment Specialists here at CAA! 💼✨ We love seeing our clients grow in confidence, nail their interviews, and land the jobs they deserve. Every client has incredible potential, and we’re proud to support them every step of the way! 🙌
#EmploymentSupport #CareerSuccess #JobReady #CAACommunity #WorkforceDevelopment #TeamSpotlight #ConfidenceBuilder #YouGotThis

It`s National Gardening Day! To celebrate we took the gang down to @macs_garden_center for an educational tour!
A huge shoutout to @macs_garden_center for partnering with us this year to help not only our clients learn more about gardening, but supporting our community garden with your generous donations! 🙌

Did you know April 4th was National Hug a Newsperson Day? We celebrated by taking our friends to hug a newsperson at @kndu_kndo ! 📺 The tour was such a blast and our guide made us feel right at home. Big thanks to KNDU for the warm hospitality!💙
#KNDU #NewsroomTour #Grateful #BehindTheScenes

Imagine... you’ve won an unforgettable getaway to @willowslodgewa in Woodinville Wine Country! 🎉🍷
Your Sip, Savor & Sleep package includes:
🍇 A luxurious suite with a welcome pour of exquisite wine
🍽️ $200 dining credit at the acclaimed @barkingfrogwoodinville
👨🍳 A once-in-a-lifetime 12-course tasting experience at Chef Aaron Tekulve’s award-winning @surrellseattle , paired perfectly with wines from top Washington wineries.
Get ready for a weekend filled with indulgence, world-class cuisine, and memories you’ll cherish forever! 🌲🍷
Join us at Abilities Uncorked on May 31st at 5:30pm to bid on this incredible auction item.
