Who We Are
Spokane Neighborhood Action Partners (SNAP) is a community action agency that has been assisting low-income families, children, seniors and the homeless since 1996. For over 55 years, we have helped build a vibrant community that treats everyone with dignity and respect by advocating for that which is fair, honorable and equitable. Over the years we have expanded services that help stabilize our neighbors and equip them to exit poverty.
Today we are one of the largest private human services agencies in Spokane County, Washington. We serve approximately 38,000 annually with an annual operating budget of $57 million. Our staff of 170 proudly serve our community across a broad range of services and programs such as Energy Assistance, Financial Counseling, Small Business Lending, Home Repair, Rental Assistance, Homeless Services, Transportation and many others that are uniquely designed to meet the needs of our community.
We are recognized as an innovator in the fields of home energy efficiency and indoor air quality, as well as new program initiatives that are managed through our responsiveness to serve the individual and community needs of Spokane. Through innovation SNAP works to grow services and utilizes pilot programs and partnerships to offer unduplicated services to clients.
With a dedicated board of directors, staff and volunteers, SNAP diligently searches for long-term solutions to eliminate poverty. We know we cannot do this work alone and proudly partner with more than 40 social service agencies to ensure our neighbors get the support they need.
Vision
A strong community where all people have the opportunity to strive toward their full potential.
Mission
Increasing the human potential of our community by providing opportunities for people in need.
Values
Community: We believe that nurturing client-focused partnerships builds community.
Justice: We believe in advocating for what is fair, honorable and equitable.
Respect: We believe in recognizing the dignity and inherent worth of all individuals.
Working at SNAP
Every day we see that our work matters. Our mission and values are more than something we publish for others to see. They inspire us, guide us, inform our decisions, and set the bar for how we treat each other, those who help us accomplish our work, and those we serve. We have a unique culture of mission ownership, enthusiasm and collaboration. We work hard and know how to have fun – we have a lot of potlucks! Every employee has the opportunity to truly make a difference in the lives of others. Those who are truly successful at SNAP are passionate, bring passion for our mission and empathy for those we serve.