APOYO is dedicated to improving the health and wellness of Latino communities through education and physical activity. Our efforts have led to the creation of two new health groups, Amigos Atléticos and Amigas en Acción, and a co-ed soccer league. Together, we can make a positive impact on our community’s well-being.
Thanks to financial support from the Kittitas County Public Health Department, the City of Ellensburg, and the Yakima Valley Community Foundation, as well as sponsors and donors, APOYO can offer health and wellness programming!
Vaccine Clinics, Workshops & COVID-19 Education
Vaccine Clinics and Health Screenings
APOYO can host free vaccine clinics and offer health screenings in partnership with community organizations and Washington State agencies dedicated to health and wellness work.
Check our social media to stay updated with upcoming events, or visit our News and Events page.
COVID-19 Education
Working with the Kittitas County Health Network, APOYO sponsors COVID-19 vaccine clinics and educates the community about the importance of vaccines and COVID-19 safety.
Our sports and fitness clubs, Amigos Atléticos and Amigas en Acción were created to address the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Isolation and inactivity during the pandemic created long-term negative impacts on physical, emotional, and social health and well-being. APOYO provides a space to socialize, learn, and stay active.
APOYO has offered English-Spanish workshops on health topics, such as nutrition, women’s health, and opioid addiction, and will provide more as funding permits.
In the spring of 2024, after recognizing the lack of accessible recreational sports for adults, APOYO launched the APOYO Soccer League for adults. Click here to learn more.
Internship Opportunities
Student interns are essential members of our team. Our needs constantly change, and you can help at APOYO in many ways. Health & Wellness internships provide great opportunities for those pursuing Education, Health/Physiology, and Sports Management degrees.
As a Health & Wellness Intern, you’ll embrace hands-on experience, empowering minds to prioritize well-being and build lifelong healthy habits.
You may propose an internship or project with us!
Visit our student page to learn more about internship opportunities at APOYO.
Amigos Atléticos
Amigos Atléticos is APOYO’s free, bilingual after-school sports program for kids in grades five through ten. Under the guidance of young adult mentors, kids play sports, exercise with friends, and learn about health and wellness.
Amigas en Acción
APOYO’s free women’s fitness club from June 2023 to August 2024. Where members met to exercise, learn about health and wellness, and make new connections with community members.
Click below to learn more about the Amigas!
APOYO Soccer League
APOYO’s co-ed adult soccer league in Ellensburg, WA.
Sports are often out of reach of the folks we work with because of the costs. Join us as we foster community engagement by establishing accessible recreational sports.