For Jan Smith and Kathleen Lara, energy assistance outreach is the sort of work that requires reliable wheels and understanding hearts. Taking the mission of SNAP on the road can […]
From family challenge to family business
Joni Kindwall-Moore and her son are gluten intolerant and Joni was constantly challenged to find quick and easy foods to create, while keeping it healthy, as well as gluten and […]
SNAP joins Mayor to introduce new program
On March 13th SNAP CEO Julie Honekamp joined City of Spokane Mayor Condon to introduce Spokane Ride to Care. This new program is a collaborative effort between a diverse group […]
Ombudsman program provides voice for vulnerable seniors
Sometimes a listening ear and a watchful eye can make all the difference. For volunteers with SNAP’s Eastern Washington Long-Term Care Ombudsman program, the attentive approach is a priority when […]
Funding support critical to homeless services success
The idea of document recording fees supporting homeless services may not mean much to Paul, a single father of four – but the fact that he and his kids found […]
State funds leverage local Weatherization dollars
It is a late January morning on Spokane’s lower South Hill and two of SNAP’s most reliable Weatherization workers are braving the cold to make sure a local family is […]
New home improvement program seeks to improve the lives of asthma sufferers
Home weatherization is a flagship program for SNAP, perhaps second only to energy assistance in the public eye. SNAP partners with state and federal government agencies and private industry to […]
U.S. Bank grant opens doors for SNAP Home Repair
With the only licensed, bonded and insured nonprofit home repair program in Spokane County serving low-income households, SNAP routinely faces an avalanche of demand from residents each year who are […]
Longtime banker joins SNAP
Just a few months ago, Gary Anderson was among 600 attendees at SNAP’s “Ode to Opportunity” lunch, jotting down thoughts on how he could create opportunity in his community. The […]
VERP program helps motorists stay in gear
In Spokane County, vehicle emissions testing is required under state law in order to renew license tabs and as part of the paperwork to exchange legal registration and titles between […]