SNAP Volunteer, Michael, came to SNAP in June 2017, wanting to be part of SNAP’s commitment to help others in need. He has lived in Spokane for nearly ten years, […]
It’s what neighbors do
Cindy is a caretaker and friend to one neighbor, a 70-year-old Air Force Veteran named Ted who lives alone in his home. Home maintenance brings with it both physical and […]
Well attended documentary screening brings the difficulty our neighbors face to light
We were overwhelmed to welcome over 160 people for a public screening of “A Walk Through Poverty” at the Downtown Spokane Public Library on January 25th. “A Walk Through Poverty” […]
Williams enthused about unique challenge of Project Atlas
As one of several authors of “Agile Almanac,” an extensive guide to modern-day project management, Michael Williams appears well-suited to take on one of the most challenging projects in the […]
SNAP committee members impacted by homeless walking tour
On a brisk, overcast day last fall, a walk through downtown Spokane shed light on the plight of the homeless for members of SNAP’s Communication and Development Committee. The homeless […]
Weatherization, home repair, shift winds of fortune for North Spokane family
There was a time when the cold breeze produced an audible whistle through the structure that Coleen and her two children called home. A SNAP energy assistance client, Coleen realized […]
Their old home is warmer and safer after weatherization updates
Glenda and her husband Jerome have lived in their north side home for 44 years. Their home, like so much of Spokane’s housing stock, is aging. Older housing stock, like […]
For the first time, he doesn’t have to worry about having a roof over his head
Miguel knew things were going wrong when he couldn’t stay awake in his high school Spanish class. In reality, the Spokane native had realized much earlier that his life wasn’t […]
SNAP brings energy conservation lessons to camp
At Camp Dart-Lo, a 51-acre forested setting along the Little Spokane River, kids gather each summer to learn about leadership, team building and aptitude in the outdoors. Now you can […]
Spokane resident safe at home thanks to SNAP
Spokane resident Nancy Simmons recently had a huge weight lifted off her shoulders, thanks to help from a unique program at SNAP. The 73-year-old retired dental assistant suffered a series […]