The Association of Washington Cities (AWC) is a private, nonprofit, nonpartisan organization founded in 1933, dedicated to providing a wide range of services to cities and towns across Washington State. AWC fosters connections among diverse local governments while offering essential support through data-driven education, recognized pooling programs, and nonpartisan advocacy. With a passionate team of 70 employees, AWC emphasizes collaboration, equity, innovation, integrity, and respect, and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. The AWC Employee Benefit Trust serves as Washington's premier local government benefit pool, offering a variety of insurance options and health management programs to its members.