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 […]
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 […]
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: […]
Fourth annual Dad’s Day Dash breaks records for success
After placing first in the men’s division of the 2015 Dad’s Day Dash, Gabe Aeschliman returned to Manito Park with ambition on June 19 to defend his title and run […]
SNAP supporters honored at Partner Appreciation event
On June 13, SNAP hosted a Partner Appreciation event at South Perry Pizza with a goal of dishing up some appreciation for several long-term allies. In recognition of the agency’s […]
Gaunt wins prestigious Energy OutWest weatherization honor
For 23 years, Ron Gaunt has simply gone about his job, repairing and weatherizing homes across Spokane County. As the Technical Services coordinator for SNAP Housing Improvements, Gaunt is responsible […]
Riley joins SNAP as regional Long-Term Care Ombudsman
SNAP and the Washington State Long-Term Care Ombudsman program are pleased to announce the appointment of Aaron Riley as the new Regional Long-Term Care Ombudsman for Spokane, Ferry, Pend Oreille, […]
SNAP reaches out to residents of East Sprague
For Claudia Holtz, a soup potluck on a chilly night in the East Sprague neighborhood in February was an opportunity be nourished and informed. Along with selections like cheddar broccoli and […]
Our Town Gala kicks off SNAP’s 50th anniversary in style
Talk about an extraordinary way to ring in the New Year. On Jan. 22, the fifth annual Our Town Gala, hosted by Spokane Mayor David Condon and his wife, Kristin, […]