Give Guide 08/24/2023

Helping Hands

It’s been a rough few years, and it’s hard to know how to help. The Inlander’s Give Guide, our annual philanthropy issue, is a great place to start. This year’s issue is filled with stories about nonprofits and people doing good work in our community.

People like Hanncel Sanchez, whose group, Mujeres in Action, provide bilingual crisis intervention and culturally specific care, safety planning, emergency housing and companionship services to families facing abusive relationships at home. And David Owan, who was instrumental in founding Elevations, a Spokane-based nonprofit that helps families pay for their children’s physical, emotional

or speech therapy. Or the work being done by Crosswalk helping teenagers who are homeless; and Save Our Wild Salmon, which seeks to return salmon to the waterways of the Inland Northwest.

This year’s advertising pages includes a directory of even more local nonprofits, where you can learn more about the important work they do.

Above all, Give Guide celebrates the vital role being played by these indispensable organizations. Read closely, and if you have any time, money or passion to spare you’ll find ways to give back to your community and make a difference.

— NICHOLAS DESHAIS, editor

Crosswalk Crosses Town

BY SAMANTHA WOHLFEIL

Recently, the mantra around the downtown Volunteers of America offices has been, “Can’t wait for Crosswalk 2.0. Can’t wait for Crosswalk 2.0,” says Bridget Cannon, senior vice president of shelters for VOA.

For nearly 40 years, the nonprofit has sheltered runaway homeless teens in downtown, mostly from a periwinkle blue building at Howard Street and Second Avenue. At night, kids as young as 13 may sleep at the shelter, while services like meals and GED classes are open to youths up to 21 years old during the day.

The passionate staff members have managed to make the ground floor of the building work as a classroom, day shelter, dining room/kitchen, meeting space and — through the magic of Murphy beds — a place for up to 18 young heads to rest at night, but it’s time for an upgrade.

Soon, they’ll get one.

VOA will break ground in mid-October on a new building next to Spokane Community College that will not only house the new 18-bed shelter, but also bring VOA staff into one office. Currently, administrators work out of the upper floors of Crosswalk and some other leased spaces.

In the new building, the nonprofit will also launch a new transitional housing program for young people who are in school or working, with a floor of dorm-style rooms to help 16- to 20-year-olds as they get on a path to independence.

When VOA started planning for a new shelter years ago, Cannon says the staff asked what the teens wanted in a new space.

“The first words out of their mouth were ‘Not downtown,’” she says. “They said, ‘Because if you don’t want us doing drugs, don’t put us next to the drug dealers. We want green. We want trees. We want grass. We want to be in a residential area. We want to be by parks.’”

This fall, the new Crosswalk youth shelter near Spokane Community College will break ground

Crosswalk is still downtown, but its new building will be near Spokane Community College.

ERICK DOXEY PHOTO

The stars aligned for the new location with the opportunity to build on a property that will be shared with a new CHAS health clinic that’s already under construction.

Although the area near the community college is somewhat industrial — a possible perk for those who want to train in the trades, Cannon says — the new shelter site at 3024 E. Mission Ave. is just a block from Chief Garry Park and sits in the middle of the neighborhood with the same name.

With the CHAS clinic next door, youths will be able to access health care, and the proximity to the college will offer an easy commute for those who want to train for a career or get a degree.

Crosswalk operates under a housing first model, prioritizing basic needs by first offering a safe space to sleep, shower and eat.

to another state, so, “Here you go,” says Rae-Lynn Barden, communications director for VOA.

If parents aren’t an option, staff ask about other relatives who could take the teens in.

“What does grandma need to successfully house you? Does she need help with groceries, rent? And then we work on all those things,” Barden says.

Those who stay in the shelter can decide which services they need help with, whether that’s education, finding a job or accessing mental health and substance use treatment.

HOW YOU CAN HELP

For more information, or to donate to Crosswalk, visit voaspokane.org/donate

“A lot of times when we’re doing an intake on a young person, the first thing they’ll say is, ‘I need food. I need a place to stay,’” Cannon says. “Once they have that, that’s when you can go back and say, ‘OK now what do you want to work on?’”

Staff try to contact a parent or guardian for any teen who comes to the shelter, and last year 44 percent of the 652 different teens they served were reunited with family.

But family reunification isn’t always an option. Some parents have actually dropped their kids off at the shelter, with at least one mother offering the excuse that she was moving

SPOKANE

“That’s when the real change starts happening,” Cannon says. “If you can’t meet them where they’re at, if you can’t welcome them in, it’s really hard for anybody to make a change.”

Those welcoming options are expanding: At the same time ground is broken on the new Crosswalk shelter, VOA will hold a ribbon cutting for its new 44-bed young adult shelter a block away that serves ages 18 to 24 with 24/7 options, including nightly shelter space and case management.

Cannon says the new Crosswalk will offer the opportunity for more teens to access help, since young people from outlying areas like Spokane Valley or Deer Park aren’t likely to come to the downtown shelter, which will be sold to help fund the new building.

“This is a scary place,” Cannon says from her downtown office. “So I think it’s going to allow us to actually help a lot more young people.” n

NORDIC SKI ASSOCIATION

RUN BY VOLUNTEERS, FUNDED BY MEMBERS, COMMITTED TO COMMUNITY

OTHER WAYS TO HELP YOUNG PEOPLE

TREEHOUSE offers one-on-one academic coaching, money to participate in extracurricular activities, new clothes and school supplies, and assistance getting a driver’s license for the thousands of youth around Washington in the foster care system. The statewide nonprofit (which has a large presence in the Spokane area) accepts financial donations as well as donations of new (not used) socks, underwear, blankets, stuffed animals, school supplies, hygiene items, and bikes, scooters and skateboards.

More information at TreehouseForKids.org

FRAME YOUR FUTURE wants to train the next generation of builders. The construction industry faces the looming retirement of a quarter of its workers, and high school shop classes have gotten the ax due to funding issues over the years. Through the Spokane Home Builders Association’s nonprofit, Frame Your Future, experienced laborers can take the new “Skills That Build” trailer to different groups to offer hands-on mobile workshops. Through construction camps, the nonprofit has been able to train high schoolers how to build sheds, and the hope is to hire a full-time instructor who can use the trailer to teach shop skills around Spokane County.

More information at FrameYourFuture.org

LIGHT A LAMP focuses on a few different areas supporting youth, including helping families with children born with cleft lip and palates, but their new Project Lift Up is focused on suicide prevention. Recognizing that kids and teens have especially struggled with mental health in the wake of the pandemic, the project offers mental health care packages to school counselors to share with students in need. In addition to mental health resources, the packages include food and drink coupons, snacks, hygiene products, fun items like journals and tumblers, and even fidget spinners or anxiety rings.

More information at LightALamp.org

— SAMANTHA WOHLFEIL

SNSA MEMBERSHIP

$40 FOR INDIVIDUALS - $60 FOR FAMILIES

LEARNING

SNSA organizes ski lessons and teams for all ages and skill levels.

EVENTSSTEWARDSHIP

SNSA hosts several annual races and events that are open to everyone.

SNSA provides maps, waxing advice, signs, trail maintenance, firewood & more.

SNSA members gain access to all of SNSA’s lessons, teams, virtual learning center, weekly wax tips, and discounts at local retailers. You’ll also get the good feeling of knowing that you supported the future of Spokane’s Nordic skiing community!

SCAN THE QR CODE OR VISIT: spokanenordic.org/snsamember

“CROSSWALK CROSSES TOWN,” CONTINUED...

The new Crosswalk building will have 44 beds for homeless youth.

Give Guide

Kids • Social Services • Civil and Human Rights • Education

How To Give

READ THE GIVE GUIDE

Read all about the goals of local nonprofits in this special section; make a note of the ones you connect with most.

AHANA – Multi-Ethnic Business Association

Mailing: 2525 E. 29th Avenue Suite 10B #368

WHAT WE DO

• Spokane, WA 99223

GO ONLINE Grab your credit card, scan a QR code or log on to the charity websites found in these pages and make a contribution.

509.503.1024 ahana-meba.org

ahana@ahana-meba.org

AHANA is an acronym for Asian, Hispanic, African, and Native America and represents all multi-ethnic businesses in Spokane.

We advocate to make BIPOC businesses an economic engine in the region

We help BIPOC business start ups and existing businesses expand and become successful AHANA is a proud member of the Washington State Dept of Commerce Small Business Resiliency Network.

GET INVOLVED

• Support BIPOC owned businesses

• Visit our online business directory

• Volunteer on the AHANA Board

Breast Intentions

11305 S. Fairway Ridge Lane • Spokane, WA 99224

WHAT WE DO

509.995.1295

breastintentionsofwashington.org

christine@breastintentionsofwa.org

Provide women in need with professionally tted bras in a fun and caring environment.

We achieve our mission by partnering with organizations in the greater Spokane and inland Northwest community to hold monthly events where we reach women of all ages and diverse backgrounds, complete a professional bra tting, and send each woman home with new 2 bras, a garment bag, care instructions, and new found con dence.

VOLUNTEER

VOLUNTEER as a tter or helper and see the di erence a tted bra makes!

PICK UP YOUR PHONE

Call your nonprofit of choice via the numbers listed here and make a pledge of cash or volunteer hours.

The Arc of Spokane

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WHAT WE DO

We promote independence and choice and enhance the quality of life for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their families.

e Arc of Spokane provides many programs to fully engage people with IDD in their communities.

• Transition and Young Adult programs for teens and young adults as they transition into adulthood.

• Advocacy and Family Support programs including Parent to Parent support groups for parents of children with IDD, and Spokane County Parent Coalition to advocate for people with IDD though public education and legislative advocacy.

• e Community Center provides adults with IDD a place to build friendships through games, enrichment classes and group outings around Spokane.

• Supported Employment matches people with IDD to jobs in the community that t their needs and abilities.

• e Investment Recovery Center is an over 30-year partnership with Avista that employs adults with IDD to perform jobs such as sorting cast-o wiring and equipment for recycling.

• e Supported Living program serves about 50 individuals with IDD who live as housemates in homes they own, lease, or rent together.

GET INVOLVED

• Donate and shop at e Arc ri Stores in Spokane and Spokane Valley.

• Attend our fundraising events, Rock the Runway and the Jim-Isaac Chua Bene t Concert.

• Make a gi through a one-time donation or become a sustainer and give on a monthly basis.

VOLUNTEER

Apply to become a volunteer to make a di erence for individuals with IDD!

Volunteer with:

• Community Center

• Transition & Young Adult Programs

• Community Connector

• Parent to Parent

WHAT WE DO

509.325.4489

Artisans is a non-pro t agency providing services necessary for individual job development, employment support, and employment opportunities in the community for persons with disabilities.

Artisans provides Supported Employment, Community Inclusion, and Independent Living services in Spokane, Stevens and Pend Oreille Counties for persons with varying disabilities. Each person we serve is unique and has speci c skills, abilities, and talents. Because of this, our agency prides itself in o ering services and employment opportunities as diversi ed as those we serve. ese services are provided through DDA, DVR, FCS and private contracts.

Supported Employment: O ers services throughout the entire employment process including resume building, interview skill building, job development, job coaching, and training. Sta members work diligently to o er job placements in the community and personalized support, centering e orts on each person’s interests and abilities. We pride ourselves in hiring sta with diverse backgrounds to support individuals in various work industries.

Community Inclusion: O ers services focused on community engagement activities and goals. It is designed for individuals who have reached retirement age, or for individuals in need of skill building and community integration to prepare for employment through volunteerism, social outings, and other community-based activities.

Independent Living: O ers services to assist individuals with accessing and utilizing the public support systems including, but not limited to housing, food, clothing, and nancial resources. Specialized skill training is also available.

GET INVOLVED

Businesses:

• Reach out to us for your hiring needs

• Host mock interviews for job seekers

• Provide volunteer or work trial opportunities for job experience. Sta support provided

Individuals:

• Mentor individuals by teaching job skills and so -skills

• Donate monetarily or with services to support clients in their interview and employment endeavors

Camp Fire Inland Northwest

1014 N. Pines Road Suite 110

WHAT WE DO

• Spokane Valley, WA 99206

509.747.6191 camp reinc.org camp re@camp reinc.org

Young people want to shape the world, Camp Fire provides the opportunity to nd their spark, li their voice, and discover who they are. We want kids to thrive!

Camp Fire owns and operates Camp Sweyolakan on Lake Coeur d’Alene and Camp Dart-Lo in North Spokane. Kids can learn and grow at our camps and school-year programs where they develop leadership skills and have the opportunity to just be a kid while in an inclusive and outdoor environment.

GET INVOLVED

A donation from $25 to $25,000+ will make a di erence in shaping the lives of our local kids throughout the Inland Northwest. Call us to discuss estate planning, major gi s or Share Our Dream: Nurture Our Nature Auction and Fundraiser.

The City Gate

170 South Madison • Spokane, WA 99201

WHAT WE DO

509.455.9670 thecitygatespokane.org thecitygate@qwesto ce.net

e City Gate exists to Reclaim, Rebuild and Restore, Lost and Broken Lives, transitioning from homelessness

e City Gate was initially formed as a church to serve the homeless and low-income of inner-city Spokane. Over the years we have become more holistic adding a client choice food bank and clothing bank, a social drop-in center and 28 low-income studio apartments, including 2 emergency shelter rooms. We now serve breakfast and lunch Tuesday-Friday for anyone in need.

GET INVOLVED

Donations of all kinds are always welcome to support our clients. Donations of seasonal clothing, non-perishable food and paper products, co ee, and cash all of which will go to support those we serve. Cash donations may be made on our website or directly via PayPal or Venmo.

Family Promise of North Idaho (FPNI)

501 E. Wallace Avenue • Coeur d’Alene, ID • Mailing: PO Box 3682 • Coeur d’Alene, ID 83816

WHAT WE DO

208.777.4190 www.familypromiseni.org

6% of children under 6 experience homelessness in Idaho. Family Promise of North Idaho provides HELP, HOPE and a HOME to homeless families with children in our area.

Family Promise of North Idaho is a shelter which provides dedicated guidance and support to families with children in our community by providing temporary shelter, meals, transportation and training while seeking a ordable housing.

GET INVOLVED

Your donation of anywhere from $25 to over a thousand dollars will help shelter and feed families who are seeking help, hope & home. Automatic monthly giving will provide stability the program thrives on. Your time is a valuable gi , contact us today!

Every Woman Can

3120 S. Grand Boulevard, #8433 • Spokane, WA 99203

WHAT WE DO

509.939.8715 www.EveryWomanCan.org ICan@EveryWomanCan.org

Every Woman Can is at the heart of the women’s cancer ght. Providing awareness, advocacy, education; encouraging informed health choices; and serving women who are experiencing cancer.

We’re known for our Pink Ribbon Run scheduled annually on the rst Sunday in October. It’s the space where we recognize and celebrate women with cancer as Powerful, Passionate, Ferocious. e Spokane Chiefs partner with us for their Chiefs Fight Cancer Night in February, our “Puck Cancer” event. We also collaborate with other agencies to pass important legislation. is year EWC helped to pass the Access to Diagnostic Imaging Bill in WA State. As of July 2023, this bill eliminates patient cost-sharing for diagnostic testing for breast cancer which is performed when there is an abnormality in the screening mammogram or instead of the screening mammogram for high-risk patients. EWC supports the the passage of the national Metastatic Breast Cancer Access to Care Act. is Act calls for the passage of legislation to waive the 24-month waiting period for Medicare and the 5-month waiting period for Social Security Disability Insurance bene ts for eligible individuals with metastatic breast cancer. Please visit our website for additional ways we serve our community (Every Woman Can LOVE Totes, online support community).

DONATE

Together we can do anything – except stand by. Because of our community partnerships life-saving mammogram costs $150. A monthly gi of $15 can provide a woman in the Paci c Northwest with a resource that can help her detect breast cancer early and that can make all the di erence. Your donation supports our agency as we continue to do this critical work. Your generosity pays for life saving mammograms, supports women in treatment with our Every Woman Can Love tote, and helps create community with our online support groups. Every single dollar stays local.

GET INVOLVED

e truth is, when it a ects you or someone you love, breast cancer becomes a statistic of one. ONE in eight women will develop breast cancer. e two main risk factors are (1) being born female and (2) having the privilege to grow older.

How can you make a di erence?

1. Encourage and support women in their healthcare advocacy.

2. Talk to your doctor and discuss your risks for breast cancer. Know your own normal.

3. Understand when you should get your rst mammogram. If you’re 40 or older, schedule your annual mammogram as part of your wellness plan. Mammograms Save Lives.

Family Promise of Spokane

2002 E. Mission Avenue • Spokane, WA 99202

WHAT WE DO

We’re on a mission to end family homelessness.

509.747.5487 familypromiseofspokane.org admin@familypromiseofspokane.org

We prevent families from becoming homeless through rental assistance and landlord engagement, provide holistic, expert care for currently homeless families and prepare families for life a er homelessness with two years of ongoing support and life skills training... all while keeping the entire family together (including pets!).

GET INVOLVED

• Invest $44 each month to provide one day of holistic care for a homeless child

• Attend an Info Night

• Follow us on social media to see the success

Global Neighborhood

919 E. Trent Avenue • Spokane, WA 99202

WHAT WE DO

509-868-0001 global-neighborhood.org info@global-neighborhood.or

O ering pathways to employment for our neighbors who came to Spokane as refugees, providing job training, English classes, and work via our thri and vintage store..

At Global Neighborhood, refugees receive job training, income, language classes, and a community of support to rebuild their lives in the U.S. We provide these opportunities through Global Neighborhood ri & Vintage which houses our Job Readiness Program, and on-site, free English classes.

GET INVOLVED

Volunteer: We need volunteers to assist with English and technology skills.

Donate: Global Neighborhood turns every $1 donated into $4 paid to refugees. ank you for your help!

Generation Alive

418 W. Sharp Avenue • Spokane, WA 99201

WHAT WE DO

Generation Alive activates youth to lead with compassion.

509.747.6054

generationalive.org

hello@generationalive.org

We live out our mission by creating a sense of belonging, promoting understanding and empathy, igniting a passion for service, encouraging youth leadership, and nurturing a lifelong commitment to compassion. rough our programs, we equip youth to make a tangible di erence in their communities and build a more compassionate world. Every year, Generation Alive works with schools and other youth-serving organizations. What started in 2012 with one program and 200 participants has grown to nearly 30 programs and 20,000 participants every year!

Our programs include:

Action Teams: 15-20 students leading school assemblies, fundraisers & service projects.

Leadership Development: Additional initiatives designed to continue a student’s leadership compassion journey.

Serve Camps: Annual camps for local community involvement & non-pro t volunteering.

e Kid Next Door Podcast: Amplifying youth voices and acts of compassion.

DONATE

One-time Contribution: $100 invests in one student’s leadership potential.

SPARK GIVING CLUB: Commit with a monthly donation of $10+.

Sponsor an Action Team: Fund a local school’s program for $2500.

GET INVOLVED

IGNITE the FUTURE: Attend our Annual Fundraiser & Auction.

e Kid Next Door Podcast: Tune in and be inspired.

Stay Updated: Sign up for our monthly newsletter.

Quarterly Open House: Engage and learn at our regular events.

Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest

130 E. Third Avenue • Spokane, WA 99202

WHAT WE DO

509.838.4246 discovergoodwill.org

Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest has changing lives since 1939. We help people with employment, training and education, housing support, and financial stability.

Do you need to learn computer and digital skills to get a job, or even just connect with family? Do you need help getting a job? Are you struggling to pay rent? Visit our website at discovergoodwill.org/i-need-help to find a program that might help you or a friend. There are thousands of stories behind our Goodwill stores, stories of lives who are changed by the help they get at Goodwill. In 2022, we served more than 4800 people in eastern Washington and north Idaho.

Visit our website at discovergoodwill.org/i-need-help to find a program that might help you. You can also call 509-838-4246. Some of our programs require a referral. Other services are available on a walk-in basis.

Our programs are funded primarily by our Goodwill stores and online sales, and from customers who donate a few cents when they Round Up their purchases. We also receive funding from grants and donations. Out of every dollar earned from our stores and online sales, more than 85 cents support our programs.

GET INVOLVED

There are thousands of stories behind our Goodwill stores, stories of lives who are changed by the help they get at Goodwill. In 2021, we served more than 4300 people in eastern Washington and north Idaho. We’ve helped more than 55,000 people in the last ten years. Scan the QR code below to read some of their stories. You can also visit discovergoodwill.org/news or watch these stories on our YouTube channel at GoodwillINW.This additional paragraph expands how to get involved with your organization.

GET INVOLVED

• Support our programs by giving a donation on our website at DiscoverGoodwill.org/monetary-donations/

• Invest in one of our programs.

• Contact our team if you have property you could rent to someone looking for a home or apartment.

• Provide a job for someone Goodwill is helping with employment.

• Invite us to speak to your group, or contact us for a tour.

“GREAT SCOTT!” It’s time to IGNITE THE FUTURE at Northern Quest Resort & Casino on ursday, NOVEMBER 9TH, 2023 FROM 5:30-9:00PM. For more information, visit give.generationalive.org/ignite23

Greater Spokane County Meals on Wheels

12101 E. Sprague Avenue

WHAT WE DO

• Spokane Valley, WA 99206

509.924.6976 www.gcsmealsonwheels.org info@gcsmealsonwheels.org

Prolong the ability of elderly in Spokane County to remain living independently in their own homes by providing nutritoius meals, daily health checks and companionship.

When a volunteer from GSC Meals on Wheels knocks on the door, vulnerable seniors open it with a smile. Headquartered in Spokane Valley, we serve the entire 1,800 miles of Spokane County delivering companionship, independence and dignity with every meal. Volunteers needed!

DONATE

A donation of $35 provides a week’s worth of meals along with a daily wellness-check by our volunteers. Across Spokane County, seniors are being forced to choose between paying a bill or eating. Help us make sure no senior across the 1,800 square miles we serve goes hungry. Be a part of something Greater - Greater Spokane County Meals on Wheels.

Hutton Settlement

9907 E. Wellesley Ave. • Spokane, WA 99206

WHAT WE DO

509.926.1027 www.huttonsettlement.org

Hutton Settlement Children’s Home nurtures, educates and prepares children who are in need of a safe and healthy home.

For over 100 years, we have operated without any government funding, providing hope, opportunity and life to children and families in our community.

GET INVOLVED

To support Hutton you can

1) help fund our transformative learning opportunities, educational scholarships, extra-curricular activities/programs for students and critical transitional alumni support, 2) volunteer by sharing your time and talents, or 3) If you are interested in a career of purpose at Hutton Settlement, please visit our “Serve with Hutton” page to learn more.

Meals on Wheels Spokane

1222 W. 2nd Avenue • Spokane, WA 99201

WHAT WE DO

509.456.6597 MOWspokane.org Gail.Golden@MOWspokane.org

100% local & privately funded through donations and fundraising, Meals on Wheels Spokane provides food, support, and human connection to homebound Spokane seniors.

Meals on Wheels Spokane provides so much more than a meal. With the help of over 500 volunteers, we provide hot meals, human connection, and even food and medical care through our partnership with SpokAnimal for their pets. We are feeding bodies, nurturing souls, and saving lives.

DONATE

$5.00 provides one meal for a homebound senior.

$35.00 feeds a senior for an entire week

91 cents of every dollar donated supports Spokane’s homebound seniors.

Nuestras Raices

1214 E. Sprague Avenue • Spokane, WA 99201

WHAT WE DO

509.557.0566 hbpaofspokane.org

Nuestras Raíces is a community center that is committed to increase public awareness and pride in the depth and diversity of Hispanic / Latino culture through our 501c3 and our 501c6.

Our mission is to provide a sense of belonging through well-being and holistic services to empower our community and promote a more equitable economy.

We o er 3 core programs that o er direct services in the following areas: social services, economic development and youth engagement.

VOLUNTEER

Sta our table at community events

Volunteer at our major cultural events (3 a year)

Sign up to help with our soccer youth program

Volunteer ursdays at our food pantry

Make-A-Wish Alaska & Washington

104 S Freya St, Yellow Flag Bldg #207 • Spokane, WA 99202

WHAT WE DO

509-458-2618 Wish.org/akwa

e mission of Make-A-Wish Alaska and Washington is simple and clear: Together, we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses like Kai who wished to go on a trip to Hawaii with his family.

You see, a er undergoing life saving treatment for cancer, Kai was tired. And so was his family. e daily struggles of ghting a critical illness took a toll on them. A vacation thousands of miles away from reality is just what Kai and his family needed to reinvigorate their souls, restore their mental health and give them a fresh start.

You can be part of making moments like these come true in your local community when you support Make-A-Wish by becoming a volunteer, donating cash or frequent ier miles, or referring a child.

It’s our vision to grant a wish to every eligible child because wishes matter but we need YOUR help! Right now, we have more kids waiting for wishes than ever before in the history of our local Make-A-Wish chapter. ose wishes require money, volunteers and resources to make them come true.

GET INVOLVED

• Become a Volunteer! Transform a child’s life in as little as two hours a month. We’re desperate for volunteers who speak English and Spanish! We will grant at least 100 wishes to Eastern Washington children this year and another 170 are waiting.

• Donate Now! Become a monthly donor or give a one-time gi and make a big di erence for local children.

• Attend an Event! Join us for our Spokane Happiness Hour event every fall. To register or sponsor this event, contact Angela Miller at amiller@akwa.wish.org.

• Fundraise! Whether it’s through athletic events, lemonade stands or birthday fundraisers, passionate supporters rally their networks to grant wishes in their communities.

• Refer a Child! If you know a child between the ages of 2 ½ and 18 years old who has a life-threatening critical illness and has not previously received a wish, you can refer them.

Wishes have physical and emotional bene ts that can give children with critical illnesses a higher chance of survival. But we can’t provide this tremendous gi without you and your support! Wish kids need you. Will you help?

To learn more about how you can help be a part of this life-changing and transformational mission, visit wish.org/akwa.

MiA Mujeres in Action

318 E. Rowan Avenue, Ste. 208 • Spokane, WA 99207

WHAT WE DO

509.869.0876 o ce 509-795-2028 24/7 miaspokane.org info@miaspokane.org

MiA advocates for survivors of domestic violence and/or sexual assault, helping them reach their full potential and educating our community from a Latine perspective to end family violence.

MIA’S MAIN PROGRAMS:

Mente y Corazón WA State certi ed victim advocates provide crisis intervention, safety planning, medical advocacy, legal advocacy, resource navigation. e work is survivor-led and trauma informed while meeting participants where they are.

Puerto Seguro MiA’s mobile housing advocate supports survivors with navigating and securing emergency, transitional, and/or permanent housing for people eeing DV/SA in Spokane. We leverage our strong partnerships with housing programs and private landlords to help stabilize families who are homeless/at-risk of homelessness.

Primera Conexión Spokane’s rst bilingual 24/7 helpline 509-795-2028. Connecting survivors to bilingual advocates for support with crisis intervention, safety planning, resource navigation, and a listening ear when it seems like a survivor is most alone. ComUnidad y Acción MiA’s policy advocacy team. Advocating for survivors rights, addressing barriers within the systems and building community power.

GET INVOLVED

Eradicating violence from our communities is collaborative work. We welcome volunteers, donors, and partners to participate in the work towards a community free of violence.

Volunteer opportunities include:

• Answering the helpline one day a month during the weekend.

• Helping out in the o ce or participating in community events.

• Help develop a community resource

• Provide support to survivors

• Engage in power building through policy advocacy

VOLUNTEER

ere are many needs that can be ful lled by community support. Survivors are many times in need of many basic needs;

• Transportation in the form of a bus pass

• Gi cards to local grocery stores

• New sheet sets for the emergency apartment

• Supporting operational costs to sustain long term funding for services provided

• Investing in the capital campaign funds towards the building of Casa MiA, a supportive culturally-responsive, low income housing development for survivors

Celebrate survivor’s resiliency by participating in the online silent auction: Sequins and Velvet. JOIN US ONLINE ON SEPTEMBER 11TH AT 5:30, CLOSING ON SEPTEMBER 15TH AT 8:30PM

Auction items at www.givebutter.com/miaspokane

North Idaho College Foundation, Inc

1000 W. Garden Avenue • Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814

WHAT WE DO

208.769.5978 nic.edu/foundation foundation@nicfoundation.org

North Idaho College is committed to meeting the diverse educational needs of students, employers, and the communities of northern Idaho.

NIC Foundation, Inc. is an independent, non-pro t charitable organization. rough contributions and prudent stewardship, the NIC Foundation provides scholarships for students and invests in programs and services to enhance educational excellence and student success at North Idaho College.

GET INVOLVED

Gi s of any size help provide scholarships for students, enriched educational opportunities, and innovative and creative teaching tools.

North Idaho Pride Alliance

PO Box 741 • Coeur d’Alene, ID 83816

WHAT WE DO

208.352.3518 www.nipridealliance.com info@nipridealliance.com

NIPA is a nonpro t organization of LGBTQIA+ people, allies and community groups working together to create a more inclusive North Idaho.

e North Idaho Pride Alliance envisions a safe and inclusive community where LGBTQIA+ individuals belong, can connect and are empowered to thrive in North Idaho. We will accomplish this through Networking, Educating, and Advocating with the help of our amazing volunteers and supporters.

DONATE

Every dollar helps! Donate $10, $25, $50, or more to the North Idaho Pride Alliance and help ensure the rights of all LGBTQIA+ Idahoans. Together with strong community partnerships, NIPA can help hundreds of North Idahoans live authentic lives where they can thrive and have the critical life-saving resources they need.

Passages Family Support

1700 S. Assembly Road, Ste. 300 • Spokane WA 99202

WHAT WE DO

509.892.9241 passages-spokane.org info@passagesfs.org

At Passages Family Support, we welcome adults, families, youth, and children who are enrolled in Washington’s Apple Heath program, and are facing behavioral health challenges.

We are a licensed outpatient behavioral health clinic that provides recovery support, peer services, therapy, care coordination, medication management, WISe services, Intensive Residential Treatment, substance use disorder services, and health home programs.

GET INVOLVED

Passages accepts donations and we also utilize volunteers. If you’d like more information, please contact us during business hours from 9-5PM Monday- ursday and 9-Noon on Fridays.

Partners with Families & Children

106 W. Mission Avenue • Spokane, WA 99201

WHAT WE DO

509.473.4810 www.partnerswithfamilies.org Partners@partnerswithfamilies.org

Our mission is to prevent, interrupt and repair cycles of abuse and neglect within families.

Partners provides mental health services, substance use disorders treatment and parenting classes for parenting adults and the children in their lives. rough our Children’s Advocacy Center, Partners is a safety net for abused and neglected children with the ability to provide holistic supportive services like medical exams, forensic interviews, and child legal advocacy.

GET INVOLVED

• Donate funds today or give monthly

• In-kind donations

• Follow us on social media

• To learn more visit www.partnerswithfamilies.org

Project Beauty Share

2718 E. Sprague Avenue • Spokane, WA 99202

WHAT WE DO

509.455.3537 projectbeautyshare.org info@projectbeautyshare.org

Project Beauty Share is a 501(c)(3) non-pro t that provides personal hygiene and beauty products to women and families overcoming abuse, addiction, homelessness, and poverty.

Project Beauty Share is a pass-through agency that collects, sanitizes, and donates personal hygiene, cosmetics, and beauty products to over 100 non-pro t organizations in the Northwest, including Catholic Charities, YWCA, Rural Resources, Communities in Schools, and many more.

DONATE

• Host a hygiene drive.

• Donate funds or supplies directly to Project Beauty Share

• Purchase Hygiene supplies via Amazon Wishlist

Spokane Youth Action Board

157 S Howard, Suite 102 • Spokane, WA 99201

WHAT WE DO

509.321.7500 betterhealthtogether.org/spokane-yab yab@betterhealthtogether.org

e Spokane YAB plays an essential role as the Youth Action Board for our community’s Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program (YHDP)

e Spokane YAB is a group of youth and young adults ages 12-24 with live experience of homelessness and housing instability. Members work to change systems by collaborating with local organizations on homelessness prevention, diversion, and developing solutions to address youth housing instability.

GET INVOLVED

Join the YAB and help us recruit new members! Individuals ages 12-24 with lived experience of housing instability are invited to contribute their voices & perspectives. Members are paid a stipend for participation in YAB meetings and activities.

Thrive International

110 E. 4th Avenue • Spokane, WA 99202

WHAT WE DO

rive International is empowering multicultural communities to THRIVE.

509.553.560650 thriveint.org emily@thriveinternational.org

rive International is based in the rive Center downtown Spokane—a 90 room facility that provides a ordable housing, programs to empower women and youth, and educational workshops for over 2,000 newly arrived refugees from Ukraine, Afghanistan, Congo, and many other nationalities.

GET INVOLVED

rive International hosts an annual Gala in November to celebrate the resilience of multicultural communities. Learn more about sponsorship opportunities by scanning the QR code.

Transitions

3128 N. Hemlock Street • Spokane, WA 99205

WHAT WE DO

509.328.6702 help4women.org info@help4women.org

Transitions works to end poverty and homelessness for women and children in Spokane.

Our six unique programs, reaching over 1,000 women and children annually, include: the Women’s Hearth daytime drop-in center, New Leaf Kitchen & Cafe job training, Transitional Living Center for moms and their kiddos, EduCare licensed trauma-informed childcare, Miryam’s House transitional housing for single women, and Home Yard Cottages permanent supportive housing.

GET INVOLVED

Donate: From money to bus passes to diapers, our participants depend on the generosity of our dedicated donors. Volunteer: Whether regularly on-site, in a committee, or at a single event, we heavily rely upon our wonderful volunteers. Advocate: Help ensure that housing, poverty, and domestic violence issues are in the forefront of our representatives’ policy-making.

Women Helping Women Fund

3704 N. Nevada Street, Ste. 201 • Spokane, WA 99207

WHAT WE DO

509.328.8285 whwfspokane.org info@whwfspokane.org

We are grantmakers, changemakers and go-getters. We educate. We advocate. And we help our community come together to support women and children.

Why We Do It: We are strongest when we learn, grow, and give together. With your support, WHWF has invested $6.4 million through grants and scholarships to support local women and children.

GET INVOLVED

WHWF is building a new kind of giving community across Spokane! Team up with other Giving Circle Members with a pledge of $25 or $50 per month. Visit: whwfspokane.org/give-together or scan the QR code for more!

Women & Children’s Free Restaurant & Community Kitchen

1408 N. Washington Street

WHAT WE DO

• Spokane, WA 99201

509.324.1995 wcfrspokane.org philanthropy@wcfrspokane.org

WCFR is a vital safety net lling nutritional gaps for women and children in need while fostering dignity and respect, within our restaurant and in the community.

At Women & Children’s Free Restaurant & Community Kitchen, we believe that access to not just food but healthy food is a basic human right. We serve women, children, seniors, and teens who struggle with nutrition insecurity and poverty stemming from various root causes. Now in our 35th year, we are a two-time AGORA award recipient for nonpro t excellence. In March 2020, we made a transformative shi to address our community’s growing need for nutritional support. Since then, we have provided more than 3.8 million meals to our community.

We also prepare and deliver nutritious meals to organizations throughout our community, working collaboratively with agencies providing housing, DV support, childcare and protection, job training, and LGBTQ+ support. ese unique partnerships connect our most vulnerable citizens with basic needs for improved quality of life.

Please consider donating or volunteering with us. Together, let’s ensure that no woman or child goes hungry in our community.

DONATE VOLUNTEER

• Fresh Protein - $2,500

• Fresh Dairy - $1,000

• Fresh Produce - $500

• Breakfast for Kids - $250

• Package & Delivery - $100

Give online at wcfrspokane.org/donate

• Curbside meal and grocery distribution team member

• Kitchen team assistant or meal packager

• Food inventory team member bag & stock food

Learn more at wcfrspokane.org/volunteer

NOW!

AgWest Farm Credit presents Dinner on the Farm, a taste of farm life celebrating 35 years of service to women & children. September 15, 2023, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM. For more information, visit farmdinner.org

YMCA of the Inland Northwest

1126 N. Monroe Street • Spokane, WA 99201

WHAT WE DO

509.777.YMCA (9622) ymcainw.org jzumbro@ymcainw.org

We give everyone a safe place to learn, grow & thrive by strengthening the foundations of our community through healthy living, youth development & social responsibility.

e YMCA is addressing major challenges facing our community, including:

• Lack of childcare and early learning which impacts children’s potential and parent’s ability to remain in the workforce

• Signi cant health disparities which increase the risk of illness for more vulnerable groups

GET INVOLVED

Your donation helps ensure all families in our community can access high quality childcare and every individual can pursue their health journey regardless of their nancial constraints. Make a di erence today at ymcainw.org/donate

YWCA Spokane

WHAT WE DO

Provide free & con dential services focused on safety, healing, education & skill development for people of all genders & their children who are impacted by domestic violence, poverty, homelessness & unemployment.

For over 120 years, YWCA Spokane has worked to disrupt cycles of violence and strengthen communities by working to eliminate racism, empower women, and promote peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.

In 2022 we walked alongside over 14,000 individuals experiencing intimate partner domestic violence (DV), homelessness, and unemployment through our trauma-informed services.

Our Services:

24hr DV Helpline & Emergency safe house, Housing advocacy & support, Safety planning, resource referrals, education, & supportive advocacy, Mental health therapy for survivors & their families, Legal advocacy to navigate the civil protection order process & support in the courtroom, Legal assistance with divorces, separations, custody & child support for survivors of DV, Free women’s clothing boutique, Holistic healing center supporting women with job readiness, skill development, & healing classes, Free preschool serving income & environmentallyeligible children & their families, Community education & prevention classes

DONATE

Together, we can create a sustainable community where everyone is able to live with dignity & respect. Your gi helps a survivor of domestic violence nd hope, safety, stability, & success.

Give A One-Time Gi or Become a Monthly Donor: You can help meet the immediate needs of women, men, and children eeing violent relationships.

$200 provides food for one victim of domestic violence for a full week while staying at our safe shelter

$100 provides a survivor with free, trauma-informed child care while they access services so no matter what, their child has a safe place to go

$50 provides a survivor eeing a violent relationship with household essentials like hygiene products, cleaning supplies, bath towels, or other necessities

$25 provides one new pair of shoes for the school year for a child in our early education program

Consider making a gi in your will: Your gi can ensure a future of dignity, empowerment, & justice while planning for your own

Give Stocks and Securities: Donating stock can have an enormous impact on our mission while providing you with excellent tax-bene ts

Give from your IRA: If you are 70.5+ or older, donate from your IRA & make an impact without dipping into your taxable income

Give through your DAF: A grant from your Donor Advised Fund means that there is always someone to walk alongside a survivor when they need it most

Or mail a check to YWCA Spokane, 930 N. Monroe Street, Spokane, WA 99201

“The YWCA helps women who are discouraged nd courage, who are broken to feel hope, who are weak to know their strength, and to understand they are worthy.” - Debra Hayes, Donor

Love Languages

Local nonprofit Mujeres in Action serves domestic violence survivors in Spanish

When Hanncel Sanchez was earning her degree in women and gender studies at Eastern Washington University, she volunteered her extra time at a sexual assault helpline. Even though she knew sexual assault was an issue for Spanish speakers, she noticed that they weren’t the ones calling in.

In 2018, Sanchez founded Mujeres in Action, or MiA, a nonprofit that provides bilingual crisis intervention and culturally specific care, safety planning, emergency housing, and companionship services to Latinx families facing abusive relationships at home. (MiA prefers the non-gendered term Latinx, which will be used throughout this profile.) They are advocates for survivors at doctors appointments, in legal advice and

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with employment searches, while also trying to hold government agencies responsible for language access to public information.

About 7 percent of Spokane County’s population is Latinx, but the community is spread out and often isolated, says Ana Trusty, communications director for MiA. That isolation makes communication difficult, plus it puts community members more at risk for abuse.

One of the first steps MiA takes is raising awareness within the Latinx community about what abusive relationships can look like.

“There’s a perception that domestic violence has to be physical,” Trusty says. “[But] we look at the Power and Control Wheel, which is something that I would highly recommend. It changed my life, and it changes the way that I view all the -isms — racism, sexism — all of it.”

Created by the Domestic Abuse Intervention Project in Duluth, Minnesota, the Power and Control Wheel is a diagram that shows how abusers can use isolation, intimidation, guilt, children or money to harm and trap their families.

While abuse can happen to anyone, most domestic violence is aimed at women. The people coming to MiA reflect that. MiA staff and volunteers create welcoming, safe spaces for women to talk about their experiences at home.

One of Trusty’s favorite days recently was a spa day in which Spanish-speaking volunteers gave free pedicures to anyone who stopped by. While the women were being pampered, they also talked about experiences at home.

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Hanncel Sanchez founded Mujeres in Action to serve the Inland Northwest’s Spanish speakers. YOUNG KWAK PHOTO

“That’s how we got people to listen about consent and healthy relationships and birth control,” Trusty says.

One of MiA’s main programs, Mente y Corazòn (or Mind and Heart), is an evaluation service that listens to each woman and gives her control over what services to request.

“A person comes in, and they need maybe housing, or they need help with immigration law, or they have a case at the courthouse that they need support with, or they need a protection order,” Trusty says. Or it might be helping make a doctor appointment, getting their child services at school or learning about food stamps. “We meet survivors where they’re at.”

OTHER WAYS TO HELP YOUR COMMUNITY

RIVER CITY YOUTH OPS uses urban gardening to educate and empower teenagers in West Central. Paid summer programs expose young people to organic food from seed to table, plus build skills in community engagement and job readiness. Participants help beautify the neighborhood by transforming vacant lots into community gardens. Donations go toward sponsoring a participant or building the capacity of the program. Volunteers can also help on the farm or at events, like the Emerson-Garfield farmers market, as individuals or groups.

More information at YouthOps.org

KYRS THIN AIR COMMUNITY

HOW YOU CAN HELP

capital funds campaign to build eight to 12 new housing units for women in need of an emergency place to stay.

Also, to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage month and the nonprofit’s fifth anniversary, MiA is hosting a Sequins and Velvet gala in September. Tickets are sold out, but volunteers are still needed, and the silent auction is available to everyone online.

To donate to Mujeres in Action, text DONATE to 509-383-8038 or go to their website, miaspokane.org. To view the silent auction, visit givebutter.com/c/ miaspokane/auction. To ask how you can volunteer your time, email anovoa@ miaspokane.org or call 509-869-0876.

The number of people coming to MiA doubled last year, leaping from about 150 to nearly 300 people served in 2022.

As MiA gains trust in the community and the word of their work spreads, they’re hoping to add more robust, inhouse mental health services, eventually as a provider with the state Department of Health. MiA is also working on a

Even though MiA seeks to serve the Latinx community, anyone can come to them for help. Trusty notes that people from various immigrant and minority backgrounds are turning to MiA for support, because the staff understands what it’s like to navigate complicated systems as nonwhite or non-English speaking people.

“In Spokane County, there is no access to justice unless you speak English,” Trusty says.

While legal advocates push for better language access to government information, Sanchez also made sure to create another 24/7 abuse hotline, this time staffed by English and Spanish speaking volunteers, to make sure her community always has someone to call for help. n

RADIO is a local radio station broadcast from Spokane’s Central Library and dedicated to filling gaps in local media. Reporting spans local environmental, LGBTQ+ and women’s issues, plus national public broadcasting like Democracy Now! and the Bioneers’ podcast. DJs also spin deep dive indie rock, blues and hip hop music. KYRS is volunteer run and listener funded. Donations go toward the $20,000 the station needs every month to keep the airwaves full. You can also link your Fred Meyer Community Rewards card to KYRS to support local stories with every grocery run.

More information at kyrs.org

CATCH SPOKANE runs basketball leagues to mentor young hoopers and catch kids at risk of falling through the cracks. Coaches are dedicated to player development, emphasizing confidence, teamwork and longterm growth through leagues, tournaments, and a college recruitment mentoring program. Programs are available for boys and girls from elementary to high school. Donations help cover gym fees, equipment and individual player scholarships.

More information at CatchSpokane.org

— ELIZA BILLINGHAM

“LOVE LANGUAGES,” CONTINUED...

Hanncel Sanchez, left, and Ana Trusty seek to help non-English speakers navigate complicated legal systems. YOUNG KWAK PHOTO

Coeur Connections

COEUR D ’ALENE CASINO IS A PR OUD S UPPORTER OF OUR COMMUNITIES.

At Coeur d’Alene Casino, giving back to our community represents one of our longstanding Coeur Values. Over the years, we’ve given more than 33.3 million to schools in our region. In addition, employee team members lend a hand at community charity events such as Blessings and Beyond, Tools 2 Schools, and more. Starting in 2021, donation boxes have been added to our ticket redemption machines collecting small change for a different organization or charity selected monthly. Coeur d’Alene Casino gives hundreds of thousands of dollars each year to sponsorships, non-profits, organizations, and deserving individuals. In late 2019, we launched “Coeur Connections,” giving our community work a formal name. Giving is a part of our culture and we will continue to expand our efforts to lend a helping hand to the people of Idaho and our Inland Northwest region.

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509.995.5431 acco.org/inlandnw lesliewood ll@accoinlandnw.org

We are rebranding our organization e ective 9/30/23. Please see the Childhood Cancer Coalition listing for future contacts. (See listing in Give Guide) Our ACCOIN site and emails will remain active until 9/30/23. A er that time, please use cccnw.org for the website and leslie@cccnw.org for an email contact.

How can you make a di erence in the life of a child with cancer?

We’d be honored to accept your donation of time, talent, or treasure. https://www.acco.org/inlandnw/donate/ For more information, contact Leslie Wood ll @ 509-995-5431 or lesliewood ll@accoinlandnw.org

American Red Cross, Greater Inland Northwest

315 W. Nora Ave • Spokane, WA 99205

WHAT WE DO

509.326.3330 redcross.org/northwest lacie.clark@redcross.org

e American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human su ering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.

e American Red Cross Northwest Region brings together local volunteers to care for their neighbors, trains hundreds of thousands of people each year in life-saving skills, and responds to a local disaster almost daily. We serve the people, businesses and communities of Washington and North Idaho.

GET INVOLVED

Visit redcross.org/donate to make a nancial gi and make a di erence in someone’s life Volunteers are the lifeblood of the Red Cross. Join us at redcross.org/volunteer Schedule a blood donation appointment by visiting redcrossblood.org

Better Health Together

157 S Howard, Suite 102 • Spokane, WA 99201

WHAT WE DO

509.321.7500

betterhealthtogether.org cvc@betterhealthtogether.org

Better Health Together tackles health inequities throughout eastern Washington. We believe everyone deserves a fair shot at being healthy.

We work with more than 100 organizations across seven counties to promote practical solutions to meet the needs of the people and communities we serve. Our Community Voices Council is a chance for our region’s Medicaid bene ciaries to be heard, inform local leaders, and foster change in healthcare.

GET INVOLVED

Join our Community Voices Council and help us recruit new members to collaborate at monthly meetings. Members are paid a stipend for participation.

The Blood Center Foundation of the Inland Northwest

210 W. Cataldo Avenue • Spokane, WA 99201

WHAT WE DO

509.995.7603 bloodcenterfoundation.com tcheevers@vitalant.org

e Blood Center Foundation of the Inland Northwest moves people and organizations forward that enhance health and wellness for blood banking, transfusion and transplantation medicine.

BCFIN was founded in 2013 to raise funds and provide nancial support to blood banking and related services in eastern Washington and north Idaho. Grants provide nancial support in Education, Technology, and Research. Sometimes our support is direct, other times it is broadbased, uniting technologies and equipment to enhance programs.

GET INVOLVED

Epicurean Delight: Spokane’s longest running and largest formal culinary gala. Epicurean on the Green: We’ve taken the formal gala to the golf course! Culinary and Libation talents merge with a fun round of golf. Visit www.epicureandelight.org

Carl Maxey Center

3114 E. 5th Avenue • Spokane, WA 99202

WHAT WE DO

509.867.3043 carlmaxeycenter.org cmc@carlmaxeycenter.org

e Carl Maxey Center (CMC) is a neighborhood cultural center, gathering place, and community based non-pro t organization located in the East Central neighborhood of Spokane.

CMC provides programs and services focused on addressing the needs of Spokane’s African American/Black community. Our mission is to inspire, empower, upli and advocate for the Black/African American community by focusing on economic development, education, racial equity, justice, and cultural enrichment.

GET INVOLVED

A donation to the Carl Maxey Center provides support for one of our current programs including the Sandy Williams Justice Center, Eviction Prevention, Black Business Support and Development, Digital Equity and Community Resource Navigation. Donations may also be designated to support the remodel of CMC building which is a cultural hub and gathering space in the East Central neighborhood.

509.358.4250

Catholic Charities Eastern Washington

12 E. 5th Avenue • Spokane, WA 99202

WHAT WE DO

CCEW empowers Eastern Washington: compassionately serving and upli ing communities through holistic care, safe housing, and equitable pathways to health and wellbeing.

Since 1912, our legacy of service to our community has rooted itself in our call to welcome the stranger, feed the hungry, and heal the hurting.  rough collaborative partnership with parishes, businesses, government, and nonpro t organizations in Eastern Washington, we advance innovative programs that bring hope to our clients.  Inspired by the principles of Catholic Social Teaching, we serve and advocate for the whole person as we continue expanding our understanding of the diversity of the human experience.

VOLUNTEER DONATE

Help us create an Eastern Washington where every person can thrive. For volunteer opportunities, please email volunteering@cceasternwa.org.

To support programs and services that help community members move toward healthy and stable lives, please visit cceasternwa.org/donate.

Catholic Charities invites you to join us for an evening of celebrating the legacy, history, service, and generosity we have created in Eastern Washington.

PLEASE JOIN US ON FRIDAY, MAY 10, 2024, AT THE DAVENPORT GRAND

“Catholic Charities a rms the dignity of every person, partnering with parishes and the greater community to serve and advocate for those who are vulnerable, bringing stability and hope to people throughout Eastern Washington.”

Catholic Charities Foundation

12 E. 5th Avenue • Spokane, WA 99202

WHAT WE DO

509.358.4266 cceasternwa.org annmarie.byrd@cceasternwa.org

e Catholic Charities Foundation was established in 2005 to support the programs and services of Catholic Charities Eastern Washington.

By putting Catholic Charities Eastern Washington in your will, you will be joining our Legacy Society, which allows you to create a lasting impact on the lives of those in need. Remember, your legacy can be a testament to your compassion and generosity, ensuring that your values and beliefs continue to make a di erence long a er you’re gone.

GET INVOLVED

For more information on the Catholic Charities Legacy Society and to explore the various ways you can contribute, please contact Ann Marie Byrd, Executive Director, Catholic Charities Foundation at 509-358-4266 or annmarie.byrd@cceasternwa.org.

CDAIDE

PO Box 1042 • Coeur d’Alene, ID 83816

WHAT WE DO

208.719.7106 cdaide.org/ serving@cdaide.org

CDAIDE supports Coeur d’Alene-area hospitality workers by meeting their immediate needs, connecting them with resources for long term self-su ciency, and ensuring they feel valued, respected, and loved.

Hospitality workers form one of the hardest-working yet most fragile groups in the Coeur d’Alene region. Servers, cooks, cleaners, and others o en struggle with limited income, lack of insurance, and an absence of necessary resources. Unexpected medical expenses, auto breakdown, or an increase in rent can spell crisis, even homelessness.

DONATE

$25 Keeps lights and heat on for hospitality workers.

$50 Supports workers facing unexpected medical bills.

$100 Provides rent assistance, keeping working families housed.

Childhood

Cancer Coalition

202 E. Spokane Falls Boulevard Ste. 301 • Spokane, WA 99202

WHAT WE DO

509.995.5431 cccnw.org leslie@cccnw.org

e Childhood Cancer Coalition is thrilled to unveil our new name and logo as we rebrand.

Our new logo & name symbolize the light, hope, and resilience that characterize both our non-pro t organization and the children we support from Eastern Washington, North Idaho, and Western Montana who are undergoing cancer treatments. Your partnership will provide direct nancial support, education, patient advocacy, support groups, and more.

VOLUNTEER

How can you make a di erence in the life of a child with cancer?

We’d be honored to accept your donation of time, talent, or treasure. cccnw.org For more information, contact Leslie Wood ll @ 509-995-5431 or leslie@cccnw.org

Christian Youth Theater Spokane

WHAT WE DO

509.487.6540 cytspokane.org o ce@cytspokane.org

CYT Spokane aims to serve our community by providing quality, educational theater arts programs and productions at an accessible price to all interested families.

We believe in validating and celebrating the artistic expression and hearts of our youth in a safe, compassionate environment. Unfortunately, ticket sales and tuition cover only a portion of our operating budget. We need loving, service-minded donors who believe in our mission to partner with us.

3901 E Main Avenue, Suite A • Spokane, WA 99202 GET

INVOLVED

Every dollar contributed assures that CYT will continue to deliver top-notch a ordable programming to all who need it. Please consider joining us as we continue to develop character on stage at a time.

Companions Animal Center

10275 N. Atlas Road • Hayden, ID 83835

WHAT WE DO

208.772.4019 companionsanimalcenter.org

info@companionsanimalcenter.org

Companions Animal Center (CAC) is an independent, nonpro t 501c3, non-government, privately funded organization dedicated to the welfare of animals. ey practice the No-Kill Philosophy.

Formerly Kootenai Humane Society, CAC has been serving the Coeur d’Alene area for over 43 years. O ering adoptions, medical services, low-cost and free services, and a safe haven for unwanted pets are just a few ways CAC supports our animal population.

DONATE

rough your generous monetary donations, CAC can:

$25 – vaccinate an animal

$100 – spay/neuter an animal to prevent unwanted litters

$300 – one-view x-ray from a local vet clinic

Innovia Foundation

818 W Riverside Ave # 650 • Spokane, WA 99201

WHAT WE DO

As the community foundation for Eastern Washington and North Idaho, Innovia Foundation ignites generosity that transforms lives and communities so that every person has the opportunity to thrive.

We believe strong communities are inclusive, built on diverse backgrounds, perspectives and participation. Since 1974, we’ve been partnering with people who want to make our world better. We work together to address and solve our region’s problems, help those in need, identify and respond to our greatest opportunities and leave a lasting impact.

• We partner with generous individuals, families, businesses and charitable organizations to establish funds that empower our communities.

• We invest over $10 million each year into our communities through grants and scholarships.

• We unite with volunteers, local leaders and trusted voices to identify community priorities and advance transformational efforts.

• We improve access to education, promote health and wellbeing, support arts and culture, create economic opportunity and enhance quality of life.

• We bring people together, elevate diverse voices and create opportunity for all.

GET INVOLVED

People in Eastern Washington and North Idaho are committed to this place - giving time, talent, passion and energy to help our neighbors and improve our region. We are invested with one another to create a better future. By committing to leave 5% in end-of-life generosity to your community and local organizations that reflect your passions, you can make sure your personal investment continues to grow for generations to come. Contact us to learn more.

DONATE

We provide opportunities for donors of all income levels to direct funding to their favorite charitable organizations in Eastern Washington and North Idaho. When our donors are passionate about a cause, we help them find ways to make a lasting difference. Innovia offers different fund types, each with unique characteristics and opportunities to maximize impact. Give to an existing fund or contact us to start your own charitable fund.

$32 to Union Gospel Mission provides three meals and a bed

$30 to Spokane Valley Partners Food Bank provides a month’s worth of diapers for a baby

$50 to NAMI Spokane provides a group counseling session for one adult and their family

KSPS PBS

3911 S. Regal Street • Spokane, WA 99223

WHAT WE DO

At KSPS PBS, we take pride in being Spokane’s beacon of thoughtful, thought-provoking programming. Our mission is to entertain, engage, educate, and enrich all the communities we serve through on-air, online, and multimedia programs.

Each day KSPS PBS invites people in two million households in the Inland Northwest and Canada to experience the worlds of science, history, and nature; listen to diverse viewpoints and trusted reporting; and take front row seats to world-class performances. Beyond our free television broadcast and online streaming, KSPS PBS deepens our local public service through four major community initiatives:

• Education: We work with public libraries and schools to serve marginalized communities and families with pre-K to grade 3 children via our proven curricula and camps.

• Workforce: We create online regional career exploration resources to support workforce and economic development. (Seewww.careerexplorenw.org)

• Arts & Culture: We curate local arts and culture to improve access, amplify cultural diversity, and inspire and enlighten. (see Inland Sessions)

• Civic Health: We foster civic engagement and health with state and local government coverage and programming that explores vital issues. (see Civics Bowl)

GET INVOLVED

WATCH OR STREAM FREE: Tune in to our 4 captivating HD channels of PBS programs on TV or watch online. Immerse yourself in thought-provoking documentaries, explore diverse cultures, discover groundbreaking science, and indulge in captivating dramas. Expand your horizons, gain knowledge, and be inspired. Get KSPS PBS (and dozens of other local channels) FREE with an antenna or download the PBS app on your phone, tablet, or smart TV to stream public television programs ondemand.

BECOME A SUSTAINER: “Viewers Like You” make public broadcasting possible by donating to your local PBS station. A sustaining membership of just $5 a month or more helps keep KSPS PBS on the air and entitles you to PBS Passport, our library of PBS series like Masterpiece, Nature, NOVA, Frontline, and hundreds more to stream on the PBS App. Donate any amount and make a vital contribution to ensure engaging, enriching, educational programs are there for you and your neighbors!

DONATE

$5 monthly keeps KSPS PBS on the air and includes PBS Passport.

$25 monthly contributes to KSPS PBS educational camps.

$50 monthly expands PBS access for marginalized households.

$100 monthly puts you in the KSPS PBS Leadership Circle.

$1,000 monthly allows KSPS PBS to acquire bold new programs!

JOIN US AT COMMUNITY EVENTS: Join the KSPS PBS email list to be invited to community events like FitKids Day and Future Day, summer concerts, arts receptions, premiere screenings, lectures by public broadcasting personalities, holiday concerts and more.

VOLUNTEER

Give your time and talents to support public media! Become a valued volunteer at KSPS PBS and make a meaningful impact. Join us in promoting educational programs, facilitating events, assisting with o ce work, and engaging with our vibrant community. Visit www.ksps.org/support-ksps/volunteer/ to explore rewarding opportunities and contribute your unique skills. Together, let’s inspire, educate, and entertain through the power of public broadcasting.

“KSPS PBS gave me a connection—a thread of consistency and familiarity when moving alone to a new state. Thank you, KSPS PBS.” -Barbara

Habitat for Humanity-Spokane

1805 E. Trent Avenue • Spokane, WA 99202

509.534.2552 habitat-spokane.org info@habitat-spokane.org

Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope. Since 1987, Habitat-Spokane has built, rehabbed, and sold over 400 a ordable homes. Families empowered to help themselves: Habitat for Humanity is a partnership — families help build and renovate their own homes alongside volunteers and community partners. A er completing the program, they BUY their home and pay an a ordable mortgage.

WHAT WE DO

GET INVOLVED

SHOP - DONATE - VOLUNTEER. With your support, we can tackle the a ordable housing crisis in Spokane County. Shop at the Habitat Store. Donate goods or funds. Volunteer and help build a ordable homes!

Latinos En Spokane

1502 N. Monroe Avenue • Spokane, WA 99201 | O ce hours: Mon-Fri 11am-7pm

509.558.9359 www.latinosenspokane.org info@latinosenspokane.org

Latinos En Spokane is a Latino and immigrant-led 501C3, Non-pro t organization centered on supporting citizen participation, culturally led community development, and empowerment of the Latino and immigrant population in Spokane County. We do our work through our Center for Latinos, our Community Comadre social worker program, El Mercadito outdoor cultural market, and our Emprendete- Business Incubator Center.

WHAT WE DO

At Latinos En Spokane you can: Attend cultural events • Participate in educational workshops • Housing support & energy assistance • Immigration assistance • Legal clinics • Reserve a public computer • Talk to a Community Comadre • y mucho, mucho más ! [and much more]

GET INVOLVED

Donate to help sustain our Center for Latinos and Immigrants and programs. Volunteer with us at El Mercadito! Participate in our cultural events! Our collective e orts make our community stronger in Spokane!

Lutheran Community Services Northwest

210 W Sprague Ave • Spokane, WA 99201

WHAT WE DO

509.747.8224 lcsnw.org lcsnwSpokane@lcsnw.org

Behavioral Health, Crime Victim Advocacy, and Refugee Foster Care services for trauma recovery. Partnering with individuals, families, and communities for #HealthJusticeHope

We believe all children deserve safe and loving homes, stand with refugees who’ve endured the unimaginable, and support crime victims along their healing journey. We partner with thousands to break generational cycles of trauma and make positive impacts on people and communities.

GET INVOLVED

Volunteer on our 24/7 support line. Learn about becoming a foster parent. Join our Client or Youth Advisory Boards. Attend an event, Join our Team, or Donate.

Mission Community Outreach Center

1906 E. Mission Ave • Spokane, WA 99202

WHAT WE DO

509.536.1084 4mission.org mcoc.spokane@gmail.com

Mission Community Outreach Center is a free clothing, housewares, hygiene and diaper bank dedicated to serving those in need in our community.

Mission Community Outreach Center provides gently used clothing, basic household goods, and hygiene items every 60 days as well as diapers and wipes every 30 days. We operate an independent, 501(c)(3) nonpro t organization intent on reaching out with care to those in need in the Spokane community.

DONATE

Your nancial support and donations of gently used clothing, kitchenware, and bedding items, and of new diapers and hygiene items keep our shelves stocked. Email mcoc.spokane@gmail.com for interest in volunteering, donate online, or drop o donations Mon & urs 1:00-4:00pm and Wed 10 am-1 pm.

Morning

WHAT WE DO

509.448.1202

msbr@msbranch.org

Morning Star, answering God’s call to love and serve those in need, is dedicated to building responsible adults by believing in youth and providing programs to strengthen families and the community.

MORNING STAR WELCOMES OUR FIRST FEMALE RESIDENT!

We are beyond thrilled to share a groundbreaking moment in Morning Star’s history. Since our establishment in 1957, we have proudly welcomed our rst-ever female resident! is marks a signi cant milestone in our mission to expand our reach and support for families in our communities.

Our commitment to inclusivity has taken a giant leap forward by opening our doors to young girls. We recognize the immense potential and talent that exists in every child, regardless of gender, and we are excited to shape our programs to cater to a more diverse range of needs, experiences, and perspectives.

With this pivotal change, we aim to broaden our impact and support systems for families, ensuring that they have the resources and assistance they need to thrive.

Transforming

lives with love, respect, and family care for bright futures.

DONATE

Your donation to Morning Star ensures we can continue to serve and support children, youth, and families participating in our programs, providing them with love, care, guidance, resources, and hope to build responsible kids who grow into stable, successful adults while strengthening communities and making the world a better place for all.

Join Us! To unite as a superhero team to raise funds to support the critical programs Morning Star provides to help children, youth, and families. Leave your mask and cape at home and arrive at the Spokane Convention Center in civilian clothing. You’ll enjoy an evening of excellent food, local wines, a silent auction and ra e, and fun with friends while supporting Morning Star’s resilient kids.

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Local thrift shops, including Goodwill or the Arc of Spokane, are powered by charity and give back to those most in need.

Mobius Discovery Center

331 N Post Street • Spokane, WA 99201

WHAT WE DO

509.321.7121 mobiusdiscoverycenter.org @mobiusdiscovery

Mobius sparks curiosity and ignites imaginations of all ages through exploration and play, hands-on exhibits, and STEAM learning experiences.

Mobius Discovery Center (formerly Mobius Children’s Museum and Mobius Science Center) continues to provide experiential learning to our region. We o er eld trips, STEAM-based educational workshops, outreach experiences, birthday parties, classes, and a erhours adult events.

DONATE

$0 Donate your time by volunteering

$15 Provides one STEAM Kit to a student or organization in need

$160 Give back by becoming a member and enjoying unlimited admission

$200 Gi a classroom an opportunity to visit Mobius for a no cost eld trip

Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture

2316 W. 1st Avenue • Spokane, WA 99201

WHAT WE DO

509.456.3931 northwestmuseum.org visitorservices@northwestmuseum.org

e MAC collects and preserves objects and stories that serve as the “memory” of our region and presents exhibitions that enrich and inspire people of all ages.

Our collection of over 1 million artifacts, works of art, photographs, and texts includes the largest known Plateau Indian collection and the historic Campbell House, which continues to create fond memories of childhood and family visits. An a liate of the Smithsonian Institution.

GET INVOLVED

Buy a membership! Help bring exhibitions such as Minecra : e Exhibition to the MAC, fund educational programs and preserve historic objects for future generations. You’ll enjoy free admission and other great bene ts.

The Salvation Army Spokane

222 E. Indiana Avenue • Spokane, WA 99207

WHAT WE DO

509.325.6810 makingspokanebetter.org

rough numerous programs and services, e Salvation Army Spokane helps transform the lives of local vulnerable families and individuals so that they can become self-su cient.

Since 1891, our commitment has been to help the whole person physically, emotionally, and spiritually without discrimination and always with dignity and respect. Presently, 92 cents of every dollar donated to e Salvation Army goes to life-changing programs that bring hope and results to those in need.

GET INVOLVED

$50 provides food for a week for a local family

$300 provides one week of transitional housing for a family of three $1,000 provides a month of safe and loving care for a foster child, age 2-12, at Sally’s House

Donate

$50 to CDAide supports restaurant workers facing unexpected medical bills

$25 to Companions Animal Center vaccinates an animal

$50 to Salvation Army provides a week’s food to a local family

SAN - Spokane AIDS Network

1103 W 5th Ave • Spokane, WA 99204

WHAT WE DO

509.844.1758

www.sannw.org

support@san-nw.org

To empower people at risk of, or a ected by, HIV/AIDS through education, outreach and advocacy.

SAN provides support and services to those living with HIV, their families, and the greater 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Our services include peer support, food pantry, HIV prevention, HIV housing services, emergency support and so much more!

GET INVOLVED

SAN needs your help! Volunteer your time or talents, donate to support our programs or attend an event! Visit our website to stay informed!

Society of St. Vincent de Paul

P.O. Box 2906 • Spokane, WA 99220-2906

WHAT WE DO

svdpspokane.com svdp.spokane@gmail.com

A Catholic lay organization, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul helps neighbors in need directly in any way possible, with the primary focus being on preventing homelessness.

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, which has been helping those in need in Spokane for over 100 years, develops its members’ spirituality through service to others. While our informal motto is ‘No work of charity is foreign to the Society,’ our main goal is to help our neighbors remain housed by assisting with rent, mortgage, power, food, and in other ways.

GET INVOLVED

Donate: Monetary donations are our sole funding. Remember us in your will: Contact us to find out how to support our work into the future. Start a Society conference in your parish!

Second Harvest

1234 E Front Avenue • Spokane, WA 99202

WHAT WE DO

509.534.6678 2-harvest.org info@2-harvest.org

Second Harvest has been building healthier communities through food since 1971. As the largest charitable food distributor in the Inland Northwest, Second Harvest brings volunteers, donors and community partners together to provide food assistance and nutrition education to our neighbors in need throughout 26 counties in Eastern Washington and North Idaho.

Right now, 1 in 10 people in the Inland Northwest, including 1 in 7 children, faces hunger. To serve thousands of families experiencing food insecurity, Second Harvest provides food at no cost through a network of 250 partner food banks, meal sites and other programs, as well as Mobile Market free food distributions and Bite2Go weekend food supplies for schoolchildren in need. Second Harvest also shares free nutrition resources and cooking classes to help people make strides toward better health and self-sufficiency.

Food is often the first thing people forego when trying to make ends meet. Nutrition should not be an impossible choice for families. With persistent inflation stressing food budgets, more people are turning to local food banks and our Mobile Market for help. Your partnership with Second Harvest supplies food when and where it’s needed most. Thank you for helping to end hunger right here in the Inland Northwest.

GET INVOLVED

You can help serve people facing hunger in our community.

• Volunteer – Sort donated food, build Bite2Go kits or help at a Mobile Market or community cooking class.

• Donate – Every donation serves people facing hunger.

• Leave a legacy – Consider leaving a portion of your estate to help future generations access healthy food. Learn more at 2-harvest.org/legacy.

Spokane Arts: Amplifying the Arts

PO Box 978 • Spokane, WA 99210

509.321.9614 spokanearts.org artshelper@spokanearts.org

Build and support arts and culture in the Spokane region through ongoing programming, grant opportunities, and advocacy work. Spokane Arts is a 501(c)3 nonpro t dedicated to amplifying and supporting arts and culture in Spokane. We lead public art programs including murals, sculptures, and signal boxes around town, curate the Chase Gallery at City Hall, manage the Spokane Poet Laureate and Poetry Out Loud Programs, and organize the city’s annual Arts Month and Spokane Arts Awards celebrations, along with so much more. We invite you to explore everything this creative city has to o er!

WHAT WE DO

GET INVOLVED

Sign up for our newsletter to stay updated! Check out cool artists (or add yourself) on the Spokane Artist Roster or apply for a SAGA grant. You can also help out as a volunteer with Spokane Arts or attend an arts event found on our website. And hey, if you like what we’re doing, you can donate to help us keep going. Find more at spokanearts.org!

Spokane Children’s Theatre

2727 N. Madelia Street #5 • Spokane, WA 99207

WHAT WE DO

509.328.4886 spokanechildrenstheatre.org o ce@spokanechildrenstheatre.org

Spokane Children’s eatre provides enjoyable, educational, and a ordable live theatrical entertainment for children, adults, and their families.

Spokane Children’s eatre (SCT) is Spokane’s oldest theatre organization and is a 501(c)3 non pro t. SCT produces six full length productions a year that includes a wide age range from ages 5 and up! We provide programs and camps focusing on dance, music, and theatre skills that are a ordable and accessible for everyone in our community.

Our 77th season will include:

e Wizard of Oz

Elf the Musical Cheaper by the Dozen

DONATE

Tuck Everlasting You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown Disney’s Tarzan

• Donate! Anything helps keep our theatre a ordable.

• Love a speci c show? Become a show sponsor

• Love all of the shows? Sponsor the season!

• Place an Ad in our programs!

GET INVOLVED

Education:

• Sign up for our Fall Classes!

• Spring Break Camp (April 1-5, 2024)

• Spring Classes (Stay tuned for details!)

• Summer Camps (2024)

Join us on and o stage:

• Audition for a show

• Sign up to become a volunteer

Attend our Annual Fundraiser SPRING OF 2024.

Check our website for updates and details. spokanechildrenstheatre.org

Spokane Civic Theatre

1020 N. Howard Street • Spokane, WA 99201

WHAT WE DO

509.325.2507

SpokaneCivic eatre.org

Spokane Civic eatre, founded in 1947, is an award-winning nonpro t community theatre. e organization is a fundamental part of the arts community in the Inland Northwest and a xture in downtown Spokane’s North Bank area since 1967.

Including three musicals, a Paci c Northwest-premiering mashup of classic holiday tales, acclaimed dramas, and innumerable performing arts classes, predominantly for the youth of the community, Season 76 includes 130 performance dates and features distinct stories and dazzling music: eAddams Family, Dracula,ASherlock Carol, She Loves Me,Amadeus, and more.

GET INVOLVED

Become a Civic Member today - Pick the package that is best for you. Choose from available dates and seats when you are ready — all at once or one by one. Flexibility always included. Service fees waived for Members. Members get rst access to Part 2 tickets (details to be announced fall 2023). Single Tickets Now On Sale!

SNAP

3102 W. Whistalks Way • Spokane, WA 99224

WHAT WE DO

509.456.SNAP (7627) snapwa.org/give fundraising@snapwa.org

SNAP guides neighbors along their journey to exit poverty from crisis to stability – and has for over 55 years.

SNAP demonstrates our values of community, respect, justice, and equity by nurturing client-focused partnerships that build community, recognizing the dignity and inherent worth of all individuals, and advocating for what is fair, honorable, and equitable. Last year, we served 43,902 neighbors.

GET INVOLVED

1. Donate to SNAP: snapwa.org/give

2. Include SNAP in Planned Giving. We’ve partnered with FreeWill to o er a free online resource to create an estate plan at no cost. Scan the QR code to learn more!

3. Volunteer with SNAP: volunteer@snapwa.org

Spokane Public Radio

1229 N. Monroe Street • Spokane, WA 99201

WHAT WE DO

509.328.5729 spokanepublicradio.org kpbx@kpbx.org

SPR stations KPBX 91.1 FM, KSFC 91.9 FM, and KPBZ 90.3 FM provide news, discussions, music, and information from here and around the world to the Inland Northwest.

Serving as the area’s only NPR a liate station, SPR brings local, national, and global news and information as well as music, entertainment, and arts to the Inland Northwest.

Spokane Public Radio provides regional coverage on arts happenings, music spanning a wide variety of genres, and news.

DONATE

Get involved by donating to SPR. Listener gi s pay for programming, and pledges are SPR’s chief source of income.

Spokane Valley Partners

10814 E. Broadway • Spokane Valley, WA 99206

WHAT WE DO

WE GOT YOU.

509.927.1153 svpart.org admin@svpart.org

FOOD+Homeless Outreach, Food Express, Diaper Bank, Food for ought, Emergency Assistance, and Clothing Bank are services Spokane Valley Partners provides to support our region through the complexities of hunger and poverty.

DONATE

What Your Donations Can Do:

$20/Month Provides 20 Healthy Meals

$30/Month Provides Diapers for One Baby for a Month

$50/Month Provides Meals for a Family of Four for a Month

$100/Month Provides Weekend Food Security for One Student for 6 Months

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READ THE GIVE GUIDE

Read all about the goals of local nonprofits in this special section; make a note of the ones you connect with most.

GO ONLINE

Grab your credit card, scan a QR code or log on to the charity websites found in these pages and make a contribution.

PICK UP YOUR PHONE Call your nonprofit of choice via the numbers listed here and make a pledge of cash or volunteer hours.

Spokane Symphony at The Fox Theater

1001 W. Sprague Avenue

WHAT WE DO

• Spokane, WA 99201

509.624.1200 Spokanesymphony.org donate@spokanesymphony.org

e Spokane Symphony, led by Music Director James Lowe, is a 70-piece orchestra committed to providing music to everyone in our community to enrich and transform lives.

We believe the power of music impacts everyone regardless of their background. We believe music has the power to ignite passions, nourish us and inspire us, and connect us to our world and each other.

Now in its 78th season, the Spokane Symphony extends beyond the Fox eater stage. Musicians visit schools, hospitals, retirement communities and community centers to share the joy and power of music.

Our Education programs are developed to inspire learning, creativity, and collaboration. ey allow educators and students to work together with professional musicians to build a relationship with music.

Your donations directly impact the Spokane Symphony. You make free community concerts possible. You help bring musicians into the classroom. You help us reach underserved communities. You help us bring music to those who need it the most.

DONATE

• Keep FREE concerts in our Parks at Comstock, Liberty Lake and Riverfront Park Pavilion.

• Send a 4th grader to Symphony Day at e Fox.

• Send a musician to your school to enrich music curriculum.

• Keep the historic Fox eater a vibrant, treasured landmark in our community.

Union Gospel Mission

1224 E. Trent Avenue • Spokane, WA 99202

WHAT WE DO

509.535.8510 uniongospelmission.org info@uniongospelmission.org

Partnering with the Inland Northwest to reach the poor with the love and power of the gospel so they may become Goddependent, contributing members of society.

UGM has been meeting the needs of those experiencing homelessness in the Inland Northwest since 1951. What began as a soup kitchen, downtown Spokane, has expanded into a comprehensive ministry spanning two states and including four shelters, three recovery programs, three transitional housing complexes, three thri stores, an automotive enterprise, and a summer camp for low-income kids. Available, free-of-charge to anyone in need:

• A safe, clean-and-sober environment

• ree meals a day and clean living accommodations

• Basic medical care

• Counseling and case management

• Life skills classes and job training

GET INVOLVED

• Long-term, residential recovery programs

• Trauma-informed care

UGM accepts no government funding and operates debt-free. erefore, we rely on the generosity of the community to provide these lifechanging services. By volunteering, donating goods, shopping at UGM enterprises, signing up for monthly giving, or providing a one-time gi today, you can make a di erence for your neighbors in need.

DONATE

$32 for 3 meals and a bed

$224 for a week of shelter, food, and care

$365 for a week of holistic recovery

88% of all contributions go toward program services.

Volunteers of America (VOA) Eastern Washington

525 W. Second Avenue • Spokane, WA 99201

WHAT WE DO

509.624.2378

voaspokane.org info@voaspokane.org

We specialize in providing care to youth and adults with housing rst solutions and low barrier access to services because homelessness shouldn’t be a life sentence.

For 127 years, VOA has been upli ing individuals and communities to provide services and whole-person care to the greater Spokane homeless community. With more than 15 programs, serving young mothers, veterans, teens, young adults, foster youth we are here to meet people where they are on their journey of becoming housed.

We also own and operate three low barrier emergency shelters - Crosswalk Youth Shelter (13-17), Hope House shelter (18+) and the young Adult Shelter (18-24).

GET INVOLVED

Volunteer your time, talent or treasure! Volunteers are key to our success and make a di erence in our participants’ lives. Your treasure helps us to provide front door keys to those in need with 92¢ of every dollar raised going directly to programs.

All gi s are meaningful and transformational to someone experiencing homelessness. A gi of $25 can provide a youth at Crosswalk with funds needed to take their GED exam and a gi of $250 can provide a month’s worth of groceries to someone newly housed. To learn more about our volunteer opportunities or to give and help us reach our donor match please visit our website.

VOLUNTEER

Volunteer in the kitchen once a month

Attend our signature fundraising event Eye Contact on 9.14.23

Host Parties - Bingo, Barbeques, and Birthdays!

Spring Cleaning, Provide Haircuts

Meal Providers for Crosswalk or Young Adult Shelter

Meal Service and Kitchen Help at Hope House

Shelter Support Sta , Front Desk Help at Crosswalk

Front Desk Help at Hope House, Art Teachers/Facilitators

VOA’s Annual Fundraiser, EYE CONTACT: ART EXHIBIT 09/14/2023

One-night event that brings together local artists of all kinds to showcase their work. e evening includes food and beverage, live music, a silent auction of artwork by local artists, performance art pieces, and a gallery show of work created by youth and women who are experiencing homelessness.

West Central Community Center

509.326.9540 westcentralcc.org info@westcentralcc.org

e West Central Community Center serves the West Central, Emerson-Gar eld, and Audubon/Downriver neighborhoods of Spokane providing childcare, health and nutrition services, programs for developmentally disabled adults, and recreation activities for youth and adults.

We welcome volunteers - please come in and let us know you’re interested. Join our online newsletter to learn more about our programs and community events throughout the year.

OTHER WAYS TO GIVE

RIVER’S WISH ANIMAL

SANCTUARY is saving one barnyard animal at a time, through rescue, education and advocacy. The volunteer-run refugee houses more that 100 animals on its 65-acre property in northwest Spokane. In its care are rabbits, horses, cows, donkeys, sheep, chickens, turkeys, ducks, geese, pigs, dogs and cats. (If you’re reading aloud this is a good time to take a breath). The sanctuary’s co-founders Kit and Peter Jagoda believe that every creature can live a full and joyful life, which is why they founded the organization. The pair have worked in the field since 1995, when they joined a local pet rescue group, but River’s Wish — named after their canine companion River, who died in 1999 — was incorporated as a nonprofit animal sanctuary in 2004.

More information at RiversWishAnimalSanctuary.org

SPOKANE POTTERS’

GUILD knows that sometimes getting dirty is a necessary act. And there’s no way to get closer to nature other than digging your hands into the mud… well clay technically. Whether you’re into handbuilding clay creations or molding masterpieces on the wheel, the Spokane Potters’ Guild is the perfect place to be. The volunteer-led nonprofit studio offers the Spokane community a space to first learn about the craft and then to appreciate it. Eight-week classes are offered on a quarterly basis and grant folks access to use the facility any time afterwards.

More information at SpokanePottersGuild.org

Saving the Snake

BY COLTON RASANEN

Fish are in danger and it’s our fault. Between pollution, poaching and damming infrastructure, the depletion of freshwater fish nationwide is human-made and, in most cases, preventable or reversible.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service estimates there are close to 200 endangered and threatened fish species throughout the country, many of which are salmon that have

called the Pacific Northwest their swimming grounds since time immemorial. These Pacific salmon are considered a keystone species, which means their existence benefits the health and function of the ecosystems they occupy.

For the past three decades, a coalition of Northwest and national conservation organizations, fishing associations and environmental advocates have worked together — as the Save Our

GIRL SCOUTS OF AMERICA has — as we all know — its yearly, delicious cookie campaigns. But the organization provides more than tempting treats. More than a century ago, the founding members of the Girl Scouts redefined what’s possible for girls nationwide. By engaging in outdoor recreation, millions of girls have shared a sense of adventure and a belief that they could make a difference in the world. The Girl Scouts of Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho cater to youth in the Inland Northwest.

More information at gsewni.org

COLTON RASANEN

Save Our Wild Salmon has been working for more than 30 years to salvage the future of salmon and steelhead populations in the Pacific Northwest

Salmon once plied the waterways of the Inland Northwest — and may well do it again.

OUR COMMUNITY’S ONLY NONPROFIT HOSPICE, SERVING PATIENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES SINCE 1977.

Wild Salmon coalition — to not only protect wild salmon and steelhead populations, but also to prevent this shrinking population from further dwindling.

While this fight encompasses the entirety of the ColumbiaSnake River Basin, recent efforts have targeted removal of four dams on the lower Snake River.

“Bipartisan policymakers are very much realizing that salmon extinction is not acceptable and replacing these four lower Snake River dams is doable,” says Tanya Riordan, the coalition’s Spokane-based director of policy and advocacy.

HOW YOU CAN HELP

To find out more, volunteer or donate to Save Our Wild Salmon, visit WildSalmon.org

The four dams — Ice Harbor, Lower Monumental, Little Goose and Lower Granite — are all in the southeast corner Washington and were built by the federal government in the 1960s and early 1970s. These hydropower facilities have all but decimated the once-thriving salmon population, Riordan says. According to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, which oversees the dams, new technologies have been implemented in the past 25 years to maximize the survival of these fish, but Riordan says it’s not enough.

“The science is clear. There is no debate on the science. Every single scientist has said the dams have to be removed,” she says. “We’ve spent upwards of $30 billion in salmon recovery efforts in this country. Clearly we have done everything we can think of and it just hasn’t worked.”

However, breaching these dams is no easy task. Coalition advocates have swam upstream, so to speak, in local, state and federal legislative bodies since 1998 seeking to restore a freeflowing lower Snake River. Much like for the plummeting salmon populations, several roadblocks stand in the way.

These dams provide hydroelectric power to surrounding areas like Clarkston, Washington, and Lewiston, Idaho, so before breaching them, alternative energy options must be secured.

as much peace as they can possibly have.”

Riordan says much of the opposition to dam removal is based on disinformation that overstates the actual impact these dams have on energy production. The river’s flow is slowest in the dead of winter and the middle of the scorching summer, meaning less energy is produced when it’s arguably needed most.

Since these types of dams usually have about a 50-year lifespan, Riordan says millions of dollars must be spent to keep them viable — money that she believes could be spent to secure clean-energy alternatives. The coalition urges the use of alternative sources like wind, solar and rail, which it says would be more reliable and cost-effective than barges.

Restoring the lower Snake River will also help meet treaty obligations with the numerous Native American tribes in the Columbia Basin, Riordan says.

“You can’t talk about protecting salmon without talking about tribal rights,” she explains.

The reasons to restore salmon populations are many, but when it may occur is difficult to pinpoint. Work to protect existing populations is underway. For instance, the fishing season that opened in early May only allowed folks to fish for two days of the week in two separate locations along the lower Snake River. Other rules prohibited barbed hooks and nighttime fishing.

“There are so many benefits to restoring these populations,” Riordan says. “We want people to feel optimistic and envision what they want in their community following a restored ecosystem.” n

$1,000!

SPECIAL OPTIONAL DESIGN FOR 2024

Spokane will be celebrating the 50th anniversary of the 1974 Expo.

Feel free to include colors, design elements that pay homage to the Spokane Expo/World’s Fair and how it helped shape the Spokane we all enjoy today!

“ The science is clear. There is no debate on the science. Every single scientist has said the dams have to be removed.”

“EACH PATIENT AND FAMILY WE SERVE IS UNIQUE, and I feel it’s our job to customize the care that we provide because this is their journey. We want to make sure that we’re doing everything we can to help them navigate this time with as much comfort, as much dignity, and

– Gina DrummonD, rn, mSn, CEo

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Pets

2BU Youth Ranch

17412 E. Foothills Road • Spokane WA 99217

WHAT WE DO

Wildlife

Public Lands

509.922.1981 2buyouthranch.org tobeuyouth@aol.com

Our mission is to help youth grow into healthy adults as they nd faith, healing , hope and trust with horses.

Environment

2BU Youth Ranch mentors at risk youth ages 8 to 18 from our community, while teaching basic safe horsemanship. We teach responsibility, life skills and healthy friendships during 90 minute sessions once a week. We provide a safe and positive environment for them to be themselves and reconnect with the family. Our program is o ered free of charge.

GET INVOLVED

$50 Sponsor a Youth for six weeks

$220 Donate cost of 1 Ton Hay (delivered and stacked)

$350 Adopt a Horse for one month

$2,100 Adopt a Horse for 6 months

Donate In Kind Items such as Senior Feed, Horse Treats, Water & Treats for Youth.

Cat Tales Wildlife

17020 N. Newport Highway • Mead, WA 99021

509.238.4126 CatTales.org mail@cattales.org WHAT

WE DO

Our Mission is Wildlife Rescue, Compassionate Care, and Education Ambassadorship - Serving the Inland Northwest and beyond - Since 1991

Cat Tales provides lifelong refuge to non-releasable wildlife and exotic animals, ensuring their well-being through compassionate care. We also serve as education ambassadors, raising awareness about wildlife rescue and fostering a deeper connection between people and the natural world.

GET INVOLVED

Volunteer where needed most to support our mission. Donate to fund animals’ needs.

Join educational programs for wildlife and conservation awareness.

Dishman Hills Conservancy

P.O. Box 8536 • Spokane, WA 99203

WHAT WE DO

509.598.0003 Dishmanhills.org ed@dishmanhill.org

We protect land for wildlife and recreation. You can TAKE A HIKE on over 3000 acres of land in the “Wild Heart of Spokane” on 22 miles of trails from 6 di erent trailheads all close to home.

Dishman Hills Conservancy, is a local, non-pro t, started in 1966, and is the oldest land trust in Washington State. Our mission is to connect and protect Dishman Hills through conservation, education, recreation, and stewardship.

GET INVOLVED

Go bird watching, join guided hikes, and on our website, view “Nature at Home”. Become a volunteer, Board member, or Trail Steward.

Any donations made help preserve Dishman Hills for people and wildlife in the “Wild Heart of Spokane.”

Join our auction and dinner. Sign up at the website.

Master Gardener Foundation of Spokane County

222 N. Havana • Spokane, WA 99202

WHAT WE DO

Teach Grow Protect

509.477.2181 mgfsc.org mgardener@spokanecounty.org

e Foundation provides nancial support to the Master Gardener Program of Spokane County. We educate the public about sustainable gardening practices. Our 50th anniversary will be celebrated in 2024!

e Program o ers a variety of services to the community. Our Plant Clinic is sta ed by Master Gardeners, providing free-of-charge, research-based information. It is located in the WSU Extension Spokane County building (222 N. Havana), or can be reached by phone (509.477.2181) or email (mgardener@spokanecounty.org). e Plant Clinic is open weekdays, March-Oct.

Also at Shadle and Cheney libraries.

Community-based svcs and education include: Waterwise Demonstration Garden, including drought-tolerant plants, drip irrigation, various types of mulch, and is open to the public. e Community Gardens Project teaches community members how to grow their own food in community gardens in several areas of the city. e Youth Program is active in a er school programs teaching children about growing their food and environmental stewardship. Master Gardeners teach classes to the public including the annual Cabin Fever Symposium in February. See us at the Spokane County Interstate Fair in September.

GET INVOLVED

• Attend Cabin Fever Gardening Symposium

• Buy plants at Garden Fair & Plant Sale

• Buy bulbs at Fall Bulb Sale

• Utilize the Master Gardener Plant Clinic

• Apply to become a WSU Master Gardener

Spokane Riverkeeper

35 W Main Avenue, Ste. 308 • Spokane, WA 99201

509.464.7650 spokaneriverkeeper.org hello@spokaneriverkeeper.org

Spokane Riverkeeper ghts for clean water and broader community access to a healthy Spokane River as we protect communities and our watershed for current and future generations.

We use advocacy, science, education and outreach to protect and restore the health of the river and its ecology through river clean ups, clean water defense, river ow protection, river science, native sh recovery and watershed restoration.

WHAT WE DO GET INVOLVED

Attend our annual bene t, Spoken River, on November 16th, 2023.

Spokanimal

710 N. Napa Street • Spokane, WA 99202

509.534.8133 Spokanimal.org miracles@spokanimal.org

SpokAnimal leads communities in humane/proactive ways to promote and preserve the human-companion animal bond. SpokAnimal o ers cat and dog adoptions as well as low-cost spay/neuter, dental, vaccinations and adoptee wellness exams. Our foster homes care for over 2,000 animals annually. Please consider adopting, fostering, and donating to help SpokAnimal place over 4,000 cats/dogs into their forever homes.

WHAT WE DO

DONATE

SpokAnimal is funded by the generosity of donors like you! More dollars mean more second chances for thousands of cats and dogs every year.

Conquering the Copay

When insurance won’t cover critical therapy for Spokane children with special needs, Elevations helps

David Owan is no stranger to the byzantine depths of the American health insurance system.

When he was working as a physical therapist at Youthful Horizons Therapy in the early 2010s, Owan recalls families regularly coming into his office in tears — wondering how they could possibly afford therapy for their kids while also paying rent and putting food on the table.

“I did not think that in this country, the United States of America, people should have to make those choices.” says Owan. “The richest, most powerful country in the world, and we couldn’t take care of the kids.”

BY NATE SANFORD

Regular physical, emotional or speech therapy sessions are often a medical necessity for kids with special needs. But many insurance plans don’t cover such sessions. Or they charge outrageous co-pays and deductibles. And it’s not just therapy. A simple piece of equipment — like an exercise ball or crash pad for a child on the autism spectrum — can also be prohibitively expensive for many families.

Kelly Lynch was noticing the same problem in her work as a pediatric physical therapist.

“As a therapist, you’re the one writing a justification letter saying this is what this kid needs to thrive right now,” Lynch says. “And so when you keep getting ‘No, no, no, we’re not going to pay for that,’ it’s really frustrating.”

Families can appeal the insurance company’s decision, but that process sometimes drags on for years, Lynch says. Families with special needs children in crucial developmental phases of their life can’t afford to wait that long. They need care today.

United by shared frustration, Lynch, Owan and a group of other medical professionals and community members came together to found Elevations, a Spokanebased nonprofit that gives grant funding to families struggling to pay for their children’s therapy.

“I literally just got tired of parents coming into my office in tears,” Owan says.

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Adaptive devices are necessary for children with various needs and abilities — and Elevations is here to help. COURTESY PHOTOS

Members Michael F., Matt N., & Christa S.

OTHER WAYS TO HELP PEOPLE BE HEALTHY

During its first grant cycle in 2013, Elevations gave away $6,000 to families. The nonprofit has been growing ever since. Owan, who now serves as Elevations’ treasurer, says the organization has three annual grant cycles and gives away about $120,000 a year. It serves families who have children with a range of needs, including conditions like autism, Down syndrome, sensory processing disorder and apraxia.

Lynch, who serves as Elevations’ president, says the grant application process is intentionally streamlined and straightforward. They don’t ask for financial information. Families are already overwhelmed by paperwork, and Elevations doesn’t want to add more hoops to jump through.

HOW YOU CAN HELP

have multiple children who have to sacrifice things like soccer or gymnastics so the family can afford care for the sibling with special needs.

“It really affects the whole family when a child has a disability, and our goal is to really help the whole family,” Owan says.

To donate to Elevations, call 509-385-2116 or go to elevationsspokane.org/donate

The organization is always looking for volunteers, and is currently seeking auction item donations for the Oct. 28 Ghost Ball fundraiser at the Spokane Convention Center.

Owan says Elevations has 85 applications that the grant committee is reviewing this cycle. He expects that the organization will be able to help the vast majority of them cover at least part of their health care expenses.

The most difficult part of the work, Owan says, is not having enough money to help everybody with all of their expenses. Elevations is only able to give a max of about $1,200 per grant cycle, but deductibles for regular therapy visits can soar above $6,000, Owan says.

“We see some pretty tragic cases,” Owan says. “And you just want to help people.”

It’s not just the child with special needs who suffers when a family becomes financially burdened by health care, Owan says. Many of the families they work with

The work is challenging, but the most rewarding part, Owan says, is when a family Elevations has been helping for several years stops sending in applications. It usually means the child no longer needs therapy because they’ve met their goals and caught up with their peers. Elevations often receives letters of gratitude from those families. Some even come back and volunteer with the organization.

Elevations doesn’t receive any government funding. Most of its money comes from donors and grants from other organizations. Their biggest fundraising source is the annual Ghost Ball — a Halloween party with auctions, costumes and other fun, spooky stuff.

Owan says his goal is to see Elevations grow into a million-dollar organization. The nonprofit is currently limited to Spokane County, but Owan says he’d like to expand into North Idaho and other parts of Eastern Washington in the future.

“We just want the community to know that we’re available as a funding source,” Lynch says. “And even though we can’t pay for everything that a family might need, we would like to help.” n

ASHLEY HOUSE NORTHWEST is a Washingtonbased organization formed in 1989 organization that provides health care in group home settings for medically fragile children. Last year, the organization opened a location in south Spokane, called Ashley House NW. The goal is to provide a welcoming, homelike environment for children, teens and young adults who would otherwise require a long-term hospital stay. People interested in volunteering can contact jallison@ah-nw.org.

More information at ah-nw.org

THE NATIVE PROJECT is an urban health clinic that provides medical, dental, behavioral health and other services. Many of the nonprofit’s clients are native American, but they also serve non-native people. The NATIVE Project operates a clinic in Spokane’s West Central neighborhood and focuses on a “patient-centered care” model that centers on physical, mental and spiritual well-being. The organization has a sliding fee scale program that helps people who are uninsured or underinsured afford services. More information at NativeProject.org

CHAS HEALTH was founded in 1994 and has since grown to include five clinic locations across Spokane. The organization also has clinics in Moscow and Lewiston, Idaho. The nonprofit health center focuses on providing dental, medical and pharmacy services on an affordable, sliding fee program. Last year it served 102,271 patients in the Inland Northwest. More information at chas.org

— NATE SANFORD

Foundations

Patient Support

How To Give

Ashley House NW

4118 S. Cook Street • Spokane, WA 98223

WHAT WE DO

509.863.2197 ah-nw.org

bjohnson@ah-nw.org

When a critically injured or ill child leaves the hospital, they may still need complex medical care. At Ashley House, a child receives skilled nursing care while the family prepares for their child’s homecoming at a much lower cost than a hospital.

Before Ashley House, high-needs children stayed in hospitals longer than needed. O en, they were moved to nursing homes; some were placed out of state, far from their family.

“Mikey was in the hospital for 4 months a er he was born; we knew he would need surgery before he could come home. ank goodness for Ashley House! Not only did he get the care he needed, but we also learned the skills we would need to care for him a er surgery. It felt more like home, where the sta was just part of our family. His 4-year-old brother could visit him, and we could spend more time with him. A er ve months, the doctors said he was ready for heart surgery. We were scared; what if we lost him? But we didn’t. Today, Mikey is home with us. He still needs physical therapy, but he’s going to be ne, thanks in part to Ashley House!”

Today, Ashley House gives each child the care they need while their family prepares to care for them at home. For most of the children and youth in our care, Ashley House is a step on their journey home. For a few who need more complex care than can be provided by their parents, it becomes home. At Ashley House, we believe that every child deserves to live the best, fullest life possible!

DONATE VOLUNTEER

Donate today! Visit our website to donate or scan the QR code provided to go directly to a donation page for our Spokane program!

Volunteer! We can use your help: read a book or dance around the living room with a child. Mow our lawn. Contact Tara at tnewman@ah-nw.org

GET INVOLVED

Join us at the Heartbeat of Hope Breakfast and help us celebrate the work of Ashley House in Spokane. is event is free. Email Beth Ann at bjohnson@ah-nw.org for more information.

Birthright of Coeur d’Alene

1.208.664.1390

birthright.org/coeurdalene

923 E. Sherman Avenue

WHAT WE DO

Birthright of CdA helps women who are worried about a pregnancy.

Birthright is a 501c3 Non-pro t Emergency Pregnancy Service. We help women or girls concerned about a pregnancy. We o er free pregnancy tests, maternity clothes, baby clothes and diapers. We also o er person to person help with referrals to local agencie

• Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814 GET

INVOLVED

$5.00 per month helps with pregnancy tests

$10.00-$20.00 a month helps with baby clothes, diapers and maternity clothes

$100 a month helps with advertising or our phone bill. ere are volunteer positions available and also openings on the Board of Directors.

Cancer Care Northwest Foundation

1204 N. Vercler Road Suite 101 • Spokane Valley, WA 99216

WHAT WE DO

509.228.1019 ccnwf.org foundation@ccnw.net

CCNWF is a non-pro t organization that helps Inland Northwest cancer patients and their families through educational, emotional and nancial support.

e CCNWF o ers limited nancial support for basic necessities such as transportation, prescriptions, groceries and rent, counseling for children and families, and community resource referrals. e CCNWF also supports the advancement of cancer research.

DONATE

Your donation helps ensure that Inland Northwest cancer patients and their families have the support they need throughout their journeys with cancer. To make a donation, please visit www.ccnwf.org or text CCNWF to 44321

CHAS Health Foundation

611 N. Iron Bridge Way • Spokane, WA 99223

WHAT WE DO

509.444.8888 chas.org foundation@chas.org

e mission of the CHAS Health Foundation is to create health equity by strategically investing in patients, partners, and communities.

By donating to the CHAS Health Foundation, you are investing in access to quality healthcare for any community member in need, regardless of their situation.

CHAS Health is a non-pro t, federally quali ed health center (FQHC) that provides high-quality medical, dental, pharmacy, and behavioral health services to families and individuals of all ages, regardless of ability to pay. Serving approximately 100,000 patients annually across the Inland Northwest, our goal is to provide a brighter, better, healthier future for all families.

If you have questions about the CHAS Health Foundation, it’s work and mission, or making or designating a donation, please email us at foundation@chas.org or call us at 509-444-8888 and ask for the CHAS Health Foundation.

GET INVOLVED

e CHAS Health Foundation has several funds that allow donors to align gi s with their giving passions. As a donor, you may choose to contribute your donation to any of the following funds:

• Greatest Need

• Patient Support

• Health Equity Programs (this includes homelessness outreach)

• Speci c Rural Clinic: Cheney, Deer Park, Moscow, Lewiston/Clarkston

Evergreen Club

2102 E. Sprague Avenue • Spokane, WA 99202

WHAT WE DO

509.458.7454 facebook.com/ theevergreenclubhouse evergreenclubhouse@gmail.com

e Evergreen Club, an accredited member of Clubhouse International, serves residents of Spokane County age 18 and older whose lives have been disrupted by mental illness.

e Evergreen Club gives people whose lives have been disrupted by mental illness the opportunity to recover meaning, purpose and dignity through work and community. Clubhouses demonstrate that people living with mental illness can and do lead productive, happy lives. e Evergreen Club o ers people opportunities for friendship, employment, housing, and education so they can recover and fully participate as valued and respected members of society.

GET INVOLVED

Donate your new and gently used clothing and household items to our thri store. “Mary Sue’s Bought Before Boutique” provides meaningful work for our members and creates income that enhance the clubhouse. Monetary donations are used to purchase items needed for the Clubhouse, support members needing items for work, and Clubhouse International trainings and seminars.

Excelsior Wellness Center

3754 W. Indian Trail Road • Spokane, WA 99208

WHAT WE DO

509.559.3100 excelsiorwellness.org info@excelsiorwellness.org

We are a homegrown healthcare system where professionals integrate to provide balanced whole-person care.

Excelsior Wellness Center is a Certi ed Community Behavioral Health Center focusing on empowering people to live a life that promotes their overall wellness. We support individuals and families by providing a wide range of services. is includes counseling, peer support, and community health workers who connect people to services. Services are provided at exible times and are available virtually or in person. We also o er recreational activities that connect people to our 40-acre campus, which includes a challenge course and disc golf. Excelsior Wellness Center brings people and their communities together to live happier, healthier, and more satisfying lives.

Health and Wellness

erapeutic Recreation

Certi ed Peer Support

Care Coordination

Community Basic Needs resources

GET INVOLVED

Mental Health and Substance Use Services

Individual Counseling

Group Counseling Substance Use

Assessments

Intensive Care Coordination

WISe Services

Crisis Services

Contributions support the youth and families we serve as they continue to partner with us in their journey to wholeness and health. Donations of any amount directly impact the programs that empower youth and families to live and stay well, such as:

• Basic needs and resources

• Vocational and a erschool programs

• Increases access and a ordability for youth and families who are seeking care

If you enjoy mentoring and promoting wellness, consider volunteering with our organization. You can help by actively participating in our youth camps that happen during winter, spring, and summer breaks!

FailSafe for Life

PO Box 28955 • Spokane, WA 99228

509.475.7334 www.failsafeforlife.org info@failsafeforlife.org

At FailSafe for Life, our goal is not easy, but it’s simple. We want to end suicide attempts and deaths in our community. We provide life-saving education that equips our community to recognize and respond to someone having thoughts of suicide. We host events that promote connection, and we provide activities that instill hope.

WHAT WE DO

GET INVOLVED

• Sign up for one of our upcoming trainings.

• Sign up to volunteer at our next event.

• Purchase items o our Amazon Wish List or from a local store that we can use to promote hope.

• Donate funds to be used to purchase items to support our upcoming activities.

Hospice Of Spokane

121 S. Arthur Street • Spokane, WA 99202

WHAT WE DO

509.456.0438

Northeast Washington’s long-standing nonpro t hospice, serving anyone of any age with any terminal condition through a holistic approach to end-of-life care.

Hospice of Spokane focuses on ensuring patient comfort and supporting quality of life. From delivering specialized care right in the home day or night, to around-the-clock phone support and grief counseling for family members, we are here for our patients and their family.

GET INVOLVED

NAMI Spokane (National Alliance for Mental Illness)

152 S. Je erson Street Ste. 100 • Spokane, WA 99201

WHAT WE DO

509.838.5515 namispokane.org

o ce@namispokane.org

NAMI Spokane provides free mental health support and education to those who are living with a mental health condition. We also teach concerned partners and family members how to help.

NAMI Spokane serves Eastern Washington and surrounding communities. We empower people to live their most ful lling lives as we build a stigma-free tomorrow.

NAMI Spokane is your local a liate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization. anks to donors and volunteers, we provide education and support at no cost to the public. So, you can begin rebuilding hope alongside people who care.

Welcome to a community who “Gets It.”

NAMI Spokane’s free education courses, support groups and advocacy forums are run by trained sta members and volunteers. ese sta members and volunteers have experienced mental health conditions themselves or have a family/friend member a ected by a mental health condition. ey bring to each session a deep, intimate understanding of related challenges and have uncovered many personal paths to healing.

DONATE

$25 Resource hotline support for 3 calls

$50 Support group session for 1 adult and family members

$100 Mental health educational training for 1 group leader

Make Life Sweet Again. A bake-sale fundraiser to provide help to people impacted by mental health conditions. Depressed Cake Shop Pop-Up • FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6TH, 2023 • 11:00 AM-7:00 PM (or until we sell out of goodies) Riverpark Square 808 W Main Ave. Spokane, WA 99201

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The NATIVE Project

1803 W. Maxwell • Spokane, WA 99201

WHAT WE DO

Sacred Hospitality For All

509.483.7535 www.nativeproject.org npinfo@nativeproject.org

e NATIVE Project is a non-pro t health facility that provides medical, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, patient care coordination, wellness, and prevention services for both Natives and Non-Natives in the greater Spokane community. We serve ALL people. Medicaid, Medicare and most private insurances are accepted. You will not be charged your insurance co-pay if you provide proof of tribal enrollment/ descendency.

e NATIVE Project’s Service Delivery Philosophy is a patient centered care model that embraces action, education, culture and spirituality on the road to healing and wellness. Our team commits to providing patient centered care that includes physical, emotional, mental and spiritual wellness and healing. Services will be o ered through the practice of “Sacred Hospitality”.

Our philosophy has roots in the medical model of disease prevention, treatment and management that is solution based in the recovery oriented model of care, including drug free lifestyles. We utilize the highest level of care using evidence based and promising practices to promote healing and wellness in individuals, families, sta , and communities.

GET INVOLVED

Everyone can be a patient here. Be informed, go to our website, NativeProject.org, and subscribe to our email list, follow us on social media and check out our events calendar. Join our circle of care, where using one team and one voice, individuals, sta , families and agencies will utilize skills, leadership, cultural and spiritual consciousness to give back to his or her community by living as:

WARRIORS, NURTURERS, SCHOLARS AND COMMUNITY ACTIVISTS

Northwest Autism Center

528 E. Spokane Falls Boulevard. Ste. 14 • Spokane, WA 99202

WHAT WE DO

509.328.1582

www.nwautism.org

info@nwautism.org

We provide comprehensive services for those with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities through the lifespan, using community-based approaches.

Northwest Autism Center serves the inland northwest and exists to build, facilitate and coordinate comprehensive services for those with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities using community-based approaches. Our vision is to promote the worth of every individual by ensuring access to early diagnosis and treatment; best practices in public education and healthcare; and the social supports necessary for optimal personal growth and the fullest level of participation within family and community. Services through our community connections o ce include free screenings for autism spectrum disorder and providing information and resource referrals to families and providers.

Direct services o ered include early intervention services, community based treatment services provided on-site and in-home and speech and language therapy with specialty in augmentative alternative communication devices. Individualized, data-based treatment is coordinated and supervised by a Board-Certi ed Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who is quali ed to address socially signi cant skills in a variety of settings and is licensed with the Department of Health. Our Behavior Analysts provide families with ongoing training and support and collaborate with other service providers to assist with coordination of care. Additionally, Northwest Autism Center is deeply committed to advocacy e orts improving policy development; participating in local, state and federal committees relevant to the cause of improving services and resources.

GET INVOLVED

On Friday, October 20th we will host a fundraising dinner at Northern Quest Resort & Casino, celebrating our 20th anniversary. We invite you to join us as we aim to raise at least $50,000 to expand our community programs. With your support, we can continue to invest in our community connections programs which o er: free autism screenings, a er-school recreational programs, community awareness events, resources for parents and providers, advocacy e orts within the legislature.

Planned Parenthood of Greater Washington and North Idaho

123 E. Indiana Avenue • Spokane, WA 99207

WHAT WE DO

We provide exceptional reproductive and complementary health care services, honest education, and fearless advocacy for all.

For over 55 years local people have been turning to Planned Parenthood for the resources they need to be healthy, plan their families and futures, and achieve their dreams. Your support will:

Help over 40,000 people annually get the health care services required to plan their families.

Advocate for comprehensive sex ed in our community so youth have the knowledge they need to be healthy, safe, and plan their futures. Ensure reproductive freedom is protected for everyone during unprecedented attacks on these civil rights.

“As a cancer survivor, my visits to Planned Parenthood help provide peace of mind in addition to health care that is a ordable and attainable. ey genuinely care about my mental health just as much as my physical health.” — Taylor D., Spokane patient

GET INVOLVED

DONATE Your generosity will ensure everyone in our community can receive the care they need. No matter what.

TELL YOUR STORY The best way to promote, practice, and preserve comprehensive reproductive health care and overcome stigma surrounding these services is to share our stories.

VOLUNTEER The gift of your time and energy is invaluable in the fight to protect and advance reproductive rights.

BECOME A PATIENT Receive expert health care from our providers and support the services we provide to our community.

Providence Inland Northwest Foundation

101 W. 8th Avenue • Spokane, WA 99204

WHAT WE DO

509.474.4917 foundation.providence.org/wa/eastern providenceinwf@providence.org

Providence Inland Northwest Foundation funds projects and programs to help ensure comprehensive, compassionate healthcare for all in Spokane and Stevens counties. Your generosity helps us care for the most vulnerable in our community and supports breakthrough technology that saves lives.

“I don’t know where we would be today if the Foundation hadn’t been there to help us,” Mom, who received gas money to help with travel during her son’s treatment

In 2022, more than 400,000 went to help families with basic needs, including transportation and medication

With donor support, we help fund everything from art supplies for the art therapy program to a $1 million surgical robot to ensure state-ofthe-art technology in our hospitals.

DONATE

$50 could help provide patients support for transportation, housing, and other non-medical needs.

$100 could give our nurses scholarships and training opportunities to empower learning and develop new skills that help reduce stress and burnout.

$250 could help purchase infusion chairs for patients with cancer to provide a more comfortable care experience.

$1,000 supports leading-edge technologies and new treatment methods to ensure our patients have the clinical excellence they need, close to home.

Shriners Children’s Spokane

911 W. 5th Avenue • Spokane, WA 99204

WHAT WE DO

509.252.3370

shrinersspokane.org

william.gross@shrinenet.org

Experienced orthopedic pediatric specialty care team brings hope and healing for children in WA, ID, MT, AK, & Canada, and other U.S. & international locations.

Our patients are at the heart of everything we do. They inspire us to continue our mission of improving the lives of children and families. We understand the unique medical needs of children by providing vital, pioneering treatment from birth to age 18. At Shriners Children’s Spokane, children have the opportunity to be evaluated and treated by doctors recognized as the best by their peers.

At Shriners Children’s Spokane, we have a team of physicians and specialists who are highly-trained and experienced in pediatric orthopedics. This team is equipped to treat children with a variety of different orthopedic conditions ranging from mild to complex. Other specialties you will find at our facility include orthotics and prosthetics, scoliosis spine and treatment, sports medicine and fracture care.

Over the last year, we are proud of our accomplishments:

• 15,400 children served

• 16,848 clinic visits

• 1,016 surgeries

• 34 trained medical residents

• 4 Outreach Clinics serving 511 children in their own city

Shriners Children’s Spokane is part of an international pediatric healthcare system of hospitals, clinics, ambulatory surgery centers and global outreach. We provide wrap around care to our families. We offer a full range of programs, services and support, all in house, caring for children in a welcoming, warm, reassuring environment.

GET INVOLVED

Shriners Spokane stays true to our mission that began with our opening in 1924 to provide care to any child, regardless of their ability to pay. Donations of all sizes are always welcome to assist us daily. At Shriners Children’s, stewardship is one of our core values. Approximately 85% of all funds spent by Shriners Children’s annually is dedicated to patient care, research, and education. We work hard to make sure gifts are used in the most efficient and effective manner.

Spokane Regional Domestic Violence Coalition

104 S. Freya Street Ste. 319A, White Bldg • Spokane, WA 99202

WHAT WE DO

509.242.3155 endtheviolencespokane.org outreach@srdvc.org

Spokane Regional Domestic Violence Coalition’s mission is to empower and educate our collective community to end the violence

We envision a safe, equitable, and thriving community. We value collective action focused on Prevention, Education and Awareness, Accountability, Collaboration, Equity and Social Justice. We value the voices of those most impacted by domestic violence. ese values drive our e orts to end the violence.

DONATE

$25 - helps someone with more education on domestic violence

$50 - helps educate someone on options on how to get out of their abusive environment for a night

$100 - helps educate someone on options on how to get out their abusive environment permanently

$50 to 2BU Youth Ranch sponsors a youth for six weeks

$50 to End the Violence Coalition helps educate someone how to get out of their abusive environment for a night

$50 to Cancer Care Northwest Foundation supports a cancer patient throughout their journey with cancer

WORKING TOGETHER FOR THE BETTERMENT OF ALL.

For generations, the Kalispel Tribe has forged a culture of hospitality and giving. Since 2000, the Tribe has donated over $23 million to local charities and organizations to fund initiatives for education, healthcare, arts, culture, social services, and environmental conservation. Our commitment to giving back only grows as we continue to cultivate relationships with and support more than 300 charitable partners, allowing us to appreciate our incredible impact and know that we’re better together.

We are Kalispel. LEARN