When former client Robert got into the Medstar van operated by SNAP, he expected simply to receive a ride to Urgent Care. Instead, Medstar driver Kyle Chandler went above and […]
Spokane family fends off cold with help from SNAP
Last winter, Dorothy made it a habit to bundle up in several layers inside her north Spokane home. “I’d wear a jacket and several layers of clothes,” she said. […]
SNAP well-versed in government shutdown scenarios
As a nonprofit agency that depends on local, state and federal government funds for over 50 percent of its operating budget, SNAP pays close attention to the news of government […]
Legislative agenda signals hope for housing
From her chair as executive director of the Spokane Low Income Housing Consortium (SLIHC), Kay Murano has a birds-eye view of the area’s ongoing affordable housing shortage. “The need is […]
SNAP Clients Affirm Message of Hope
Justina didn’t want to face the uncertainty of losing her housing, quitting her college courses, and heading back to life on the reservation, where her options were limited. SNAP offered […]
Thrive
SNAP ‘to Thrive” includes programs which build toward potential, including those which offer advocacy, health assistance, or enhancements to basic needs.
Learn
SNAP “to Learn” includes programs which build frameworks for increased well-being through classes, skill-building programs, growth, and outreach.
Live
SNAP “to Live” includes programs and services primarily focused on basic human needs. This includes primarily home and housing needs.
Home repairs ease burden for local family
As someone who had worked for a local nonprofit that partners with SNAP, Connie had come to expect good work from the agency. Earlier this year, she had the chance […]
LTCO volunteer brightens lives with service
Edith McNinch had recently retired after 21 years as a Kindergarten teacher when she saw an article in her local newspaper about a volunteer opportunity. “I was just sitting […]