SNAP’s “Ode to Opportunity” lunch in October included no shortage of highlights. Among them was the news of the agency’s new campaign to bolster its endowment fund with attendees at […]
From the streets to secure – Spokane man transitions out of homelessness
There was a time when Danny didn’t concern himself with window smudges. When you’re homeless, there are generally more pressing issues – like food, shelter and avoiding the kind of […]
More heating assistance appointments open Tuesday
Second round of heating assistance appointments for this season SNAP will open the second round of heating assistance appointments for the 2016/17 heating season on Tuesday, December 13. The appointments […]
SNAP CEO Letter – September 2016
Dear Friends: It’s hard to believe that there are just over two months remaining in SNAP’s 50th year. Just yesterday, it seems, we were in the middle of brainstorming sessions, […]
Poverty simulation teaches awareness through life lessons
Could you survive a month in poverty? Do you have what it takes to get through a life stretched thin by time and lack of financial backing? Are you aware […]
Hillyard resident thanks SNAP Weatherization for housewarming gift
Hillyard resident Gary Nestler will tell you he lives in a cozy home. It didn’t always used to be that way. When the Idaho native moved into his humble dwelling […]
Pasterz energized in new role as Financial Stability director
Chris Pasterz took a distinctive path to his role as director of SNAP’s Financial Stability core, one that journeyed through the “Land of the Long White Cloud.” Born and raised […]
BECU steps up to plate for SNAP Financial Counseling
When it comes to managing money and improving credit scores, residents of the greater Spokane area have a friend in SNAP. Now, thanks to a $62,000 donation from BECU, Washington […]
Spokane senior grateful for home repairs through SNAP
Nestled on Perry Street just off lower Sprague Avenue, Emma’s home is recognized as a nourishing refuge for family and friends. The 78-year-old known as “Miss Emma” and her husband […]
SNAP celebrates 50th anniversary by giving back to community
When a survey was circulated to the employees at SNAP earlier this year asking how they would like to observe the agency’s 50th anniversary, one answer came back resoundingly clear: […]