Back To The Bell

SATURDAY AUGUST 15 2026 NOON TO 4PM AT EXPEDITION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL.

'Back to the Bell' and 'by the Archetype Foundation'.

This is more than an event, it is a celebration of community.

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Back To The Bell event in a park, with vendor stalls under tents, trees providing shade, and a bounce house in the background.
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“Access is based on proximity”

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The Archetype Foundation is a new non-profit organization in Washington State, serving the Pierce County area. Our mission is to address key societal issues, focusing on youth violence prevention, after school programming, emergency financial assistance for families, food programs for needy families, events and education for minority women. Through innovative programs, community engagement, and strategic partnerships, we aim to create a positive impact on the lives of the most vulnerable populations in our community. We actively engage in activism against crime, advocating for safer neighborhoods and social justice. Through these initiatives, the Archetype Foundation uplifts and strengthens the community, promoting equality, education, and security for all. We understand access is based on proximity, so we are always close to where the community needs us most.

Objectives:

  1. Distribute food to 300 needy families and homeless individuals monthly.

  2. Organize and host school age afterschool programs .

  3. Organize educational business programs for 800 minority women annually.

  4. Build a community center with free services, providing educational, soft and hard skills.

  5. Provide 1,000 backpacks and school supplies each year, thru our annual event, “Back To The Bell”

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21%

In the U.S., women own 42% of all businesses. 50% are owned by women of color, with African-American women making up 21% of this group.

2.2

Black students are 2.2 times as likely to receive a referral to law enforcement or be subject to a school-related arrest as white students.

1/11

1 out of every 11 individuals grapples with hunger, while 1 out of every 8 children faces the same challenge requiring an additional $468,219,000 to feed annually.

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Coffee And Conversations

Coffee And Conversations is a free bespoke event created to bring together members of the community to network and discuss a wide range of topics. From mental health to at risk youth, you can attend to find new ways to get involved. Stop by for some coffee, conversation and find out what is going on in your city.

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Well Connected Women

Women in Connection is a gathering that celebrates the power of women coming together. This event is all about fostering connections, sharing stories, and empowering each other. Whether you are a professional, entrepreneur, or simply looking to connect with like-minded women, this event is for you. Come ready to network, learn, and be inspired by our incredible lineup of speakers. Keep checking back for the next event.