For Kristine Moreland, helping others isn’t just a mission – it’s a calling shaped by personal hardship and a relentless drive to serve.
Moreland, founder of The More We Love, a nonprofit dedicated to assisting individuals struggling with addiction, homelessness, human trafficking, and domestic violence, shared her story in a recent interview with Our Highline Voices 106.5 KQWZ LPFM with Highline Heritage Museum Executive Director Nancy Salguero-McKay.
“My purpose is serving other humans,” Moreland said. “At the end of the day, I’m just a human helping other humans.”
Moreland’s organization contracts with the City of Burien to provide services to local homeless residents.
Her passion for outreach stems from her own experiences. She recalled a pivotal moment at 20-years-old when she saw her father, a homeless heroin addict, standing on a street corner in Seattle. The sight of him holding a sign for help deeply impacted her, ultimately leading her to a life dedicated to supporting vulnerable individuals.
“I was humiliated,” she admitted. “I wanted people to think I was someone else, but deep down, I knew I had to do something.”
Initially, Moreland focused on coat drives, collecting and distributing winter clothing without direct contact with those she was trying to help. But a leader at Seattle’s Union Gospel Mission challenged her to step outside her comfort zone.
“You have to stop just dropping off coats,” he told her. “You need to see where they’re going.”
That push led her to the streets, where she began engaging directly with people in need. The experience transformed her perspective.
“I thought I would find my father, but instead, I found love,” she said. “I found people who needed me, but I needed them just as much.”
Moreland’s nonprofit, The More We Love, now provides emergency services, housing support, and pathways to recovery. She works closely with first responders and walks alongside survivors, ensuring they are not alone in their darkest moments.
“The most important thing we do is become people’s constants,” she said. “When someone calls for help at 1 a.m., they need to know there’s someone who will show up. That’s what we do.”
Her work has led her to moments of intense crisis, including responding to domestic violence cases, trafficking survivors, and individuals battling addiction. Despite the emotional weight, she remains steadfast in her mission.
“Somebody is waiting on the other side of my obedience,” she said. “If I don’t answer the call, who will?”
Moreland also emphasized the role of community in her efforts. Volunteers and donors play a critical part in ensuring that no call for help goes unanswered.
“I get messages all the time—people offering clothes, money, time,” she said. “There’s no such thing as too little or too much. Every bit of help changes lives.”
Her unwavering dedication has inspired many, including those she’s helped. One story she often shares is about “Frank,” a homeless veteran she encountered 15 years ago.
“For months, I would leave him a sandwich and he would yell at me to go away,” she recalled. “Then, one day, he walked down from the loading dock, took the sandwich, and said, ‘Thank you.’”
From that moment, their relationship changed. Over time, Frank was able to secure stable housing, reconnect with his family, and rebuild his life.
“The power of consistency is real,” Moreland said. “Don’t give up on people. Show up. Keep showing up.”
Despite the emotional toll of her work, Moreland remains focused.
“I know people worry about me,” she said. “But I’ll be okay. If I don’t do this, who will?”
For those inspired by her mission, she welcomes support.
“If you want to help but don’t know how, reach out,” she said. “Tell me what you’re good at, and I’ll match you with someone who needs that skill. We all have something to give.”
Moreland’s impact extends far beyond individual lives—it’s a testament to the power of community, compassion, and showing up for those who need it most.
To learn more or get involved, send an email to Moreland here.
Video
Below is video of Moreland’s interview at the Highline Heritage Museum (running time, 32-minutes, 1-seconds):
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Kristine is an absolute example of dedication and strength, by partnering with her the City of Burien has made absolute headway in dealing with the situation facing it. Her detractors only bring more negative attention on themselves because she has shown results, all they did was perpetuate the problem and they can’t stand not being a success in the news.