NW Community Centers
A boy writes with a brush on practice paper at the calligraphy table

Our mission is to promote community development through multicultural and multilingual programs.

Established in 1987, NWCC serves as a hub for cultural exchange for immigrants, refugees, and low-income families. More than 80% of our programs are offered free of charge.

New Life Culture Center, 9702 B St E, Tacoma.

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Next up: 2027 K‑12 Children and Youth Friendship Festival

Saturday, April 24, 2027 11 am to 4 pm

Where
New Life Culture Center, 9702 B St E, Tacoma
Zones
Performance, learning, games and snacks
Contests
Art and traditional costume, for K‑12 children and youth
Raffle
A free raffle ticket for every participant

The Next Generation STEM Club is free for kindergarten through eighth grade, February 6 to October 2, 2027. About the STEM Club

The 2026 Saturday classes ended September 19. To ask about classes, email nwcf1987@gmail.com or text (253) 468-8539.

Festival details and posters · All programs

In the classroom and the gym

Children run a relay around orange cones in the gym
Relay in the gym
A girl dips her brush while writing at the calligraphy table
Calligraphy class
A child holds up a finished painting
Arts and crafts
Students pose in front of the classroom whiteboard
End of a class

More photos from our classes and events

About NW Community Centers

NW Community Centers (NWCC), formerly Northwest Culture Foundation, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Pierce County, Washington (EIN 91-2025901). Our mission is to promote community development through multicultural and multilingual programs. Established in 1987, NWCC serves as a hub for cultural exchange for immigrants, refugees, and low-income families. We focus on multi-ethnic education and culture, and more than 80% of our programs are offered free of charge.

Our history and overview · Board, staff and advisory board · Documents

1987
Founded as a foundation.
2000
Incorporated.
Jan 18, 2024
IRS letter confirming NWCC’s 501(c)(3) public charity status, effective January 4, 2024.
Jan 8, 2025
Northwest Culture Foundation changed its name to NW Community Centers.

Performing arts, every week

Our cultural program is designed to foster an environment where individuals can understand, share, and learn about other countries' customs and cultures. By participating in our program, you can immerse yourself in diverse cultural experiences, including traditional music, dance, food, art, and customs.

We regularly organize multi-ethnic performances, known as the Friendship Festival. The next one is the 2027 K‑12 Children and Youth Friendship Festival, Saturday, April 24, 2027.

The 2027 festival poster, in four languages

Performing arts classes

  • Adult Dance / Performing ArtsMonday, 3 pm to 5 pm
  • CraftsMonday, 3 pm to 5 pm
  • CalligraphyFriday, 3 pm to 5 pm
  • PaintingFriday, 3 pm to 5 pm
  • K-Pop DanceFriday, 4 pm to 6 pm
  • Youth Cultural DanceSaturday, 4 pm to 6 pm

Why we need your support

More than 80% of our programs are offered free of charge. One of our core goals is to ensure that children from low-income families have equitable access to multicultural learning and high-quality education.

Ways to give

Donation types: Cash, In-Kind, and Volunteer.

In-Kind Donation and Volunteer Contact: nwcf1987@gmail.com