samaritan
Civic and Social OrganizationsWashington, United States51-200 Employees
Samaritan is a civic and social services platform based in Seattle, Washington, that supports people in crisis by helping them access financial and social resources to meet vital needs such as housing. The company operates by introducing frontline partners to communities, offering a Membership model where individuals receive a smart wallet and share goals, needs, and action steps to mobilize social and financial support. Its approach is designed to work without requiring participants to have a phone, email, bank access, or legal documentation, broadening accessibility for last-mile populations. Serving health and human services organizations, Samaritan aims to rapidly improve access to care, utilities, and housing, thereby enhancing overall life quality and expectancy. The organization positions itself within the civic and social sector, focusing on operational impact in communities through partnerships and a member-centered framework. Samaritan is described as a for-profit benefit corporation operating in the United States with a presence in the Seattle area, and it has engaged in partnerships to expand its reach in recent years.