Justina didn’t want to face the uncertainty of losing her housing, quitting her college courses, and heading back to life on the reservation, where her options were limited. SNAP offered […]
Home repairs ease burden for local family
As someone who had worked for a local nonprofit that partners with SNAP, Connie had come to expect good work from the agency. Earlier this year, she had the chance […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
SNAP combines services to make an impact in north Spokane
When Franziska moved to Spokane in 1999, she was unsure what the future would hold. A trained and experienced nurse’s assistant, Franziska had been offered a job at Holy Family […]
Local couple thankful to SNAP for post-windstorm support
It’s been over four months since a severe windstorm swept through the Inland Northwest, yet for some residents, the impact is anything but distant history. In the first quarter of […]
SNAP, HDR Engineers team up to support local senior
There was a time when Sally could run a mile in nine minutes and work in her garden from sun up to sundown. Things have changed since those days. On […]