Wojo Works

Wojo Works is a specialty retail store that specializes in modern style home accessories, small furnishings and unique, quality paper goods. The shop located across from the Davenport Hotel at 824 W Sprague Avenue opened in mid-November.

Starting this business has been Chris Wojtowicz’s aspiration for many years. Chris honed his eye for design while spending eight years working for architectural firms where he developed a passion for mid-century modern design. “I am attracted to mid-century modern because, to me, it represents the meeting of form and function that results in clean lines, honest materials, and a general integrity of design,” Chris said. With Wojo Works, he seeks to make this style of design accessible and affordable.

You can read more about Wojo Works in the Spokesman Review story or visit their Facebook page.

Starlight Photography

Starlight Photography is owned and operated by Melanie Spaulding. Melanie has over 10 years experience as a photographer.

She was working as a photographer at Sears when she decided she wanted to branch out on her own. Melanie came to SNAP for technical assistance and financing; she got a loan from SNAP to purchase more equipment for her business. She specializes in wedding, anniversary, senior, maternity & baby photos--you can check out Melanie's work on Facebook or call her at 217-2778.

Parkside Grocery

A new grocery store and deli in the West Central neighborhood, across from Cannon pool, aims to provide a healthy food shopping option for neighborhood residents. Owner Chuck Redmon, who previously owned the small dairy mart up the street, was approached by the Spokane Regional Health District because they wanted to bring their Healthy Corner Store initiative to West Central.

Chuck received business counseling and a small business loan from Financial Access, and Parkside Grocery was ready to open. The store employs Chuck and three other staff. Parkside Grocery stocks fresh milk, bread, meat and local produce, and accepts WIC and EBT. The Monkey Business cafe next door serves sandwiches, salads and coffee. Read more about Parkside Grocery in the Spokesman-Review story and on KXLY's website.

 One Stop Shoe Shop

In today's economy, the practice of reusing goods rather than buying new is becoming much more common. But what happens when your dog chews up your favorite pair of boots or if your luggage has seen a few too many cross-country trips?

Flying Pig Cafe 

After becoming unemployed in 2010, Marsha decided she wanted to open her own business and employ her daughter and son-in-law.