No one should go hungry. But, making ends meet can be hard. Many homes lack reliable access to a sufficient quantity of affordable, nutritious food. Finding resources for food supplementation can be hard because most services serve on a limited basis. Below is a list of food banks and food service programs across Spokane that you can utilize when you need to.Â
Organization
Address
Notes
Salvation Army
222 E Indiana
Spokane, WA 99207
8AM-4PM
Monday-Thursday
Breaking Bread Rescue Market
Run through the Family of Faith Community Church
(509) 325-0343
1504 W Grace Ave
Spokane, WAÂ
Food Pantry Hours: Tuesdays from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
(509) 326-7267
1509 W College
Spokane, WA 99201
DSHS
Maple Office: (509) 363-5000
Trent Office: (509) 227-2770
1608 W Boone Ave
Spokane, WA
8517 E Trent Ave #101
Spokane Valley, WA
Apply for food benefits, Medical Insurance, and other resources
8AM-5PM
Monday-FridayÂ
Partners Inland NW
509-927-1153
10814 E Broadway
Spokane, WA 99201
Being out of the workforce for an extended period of time can be tough. Tasks such as developing a resume can seem impossible when you do not know where to start. There are a variety of services in Spokane that are here to help you get back out there! Services offer everything from resume building, to temporary employment agencies, and even classes that help you improve your interviewing skills! Check out this list of resources and see what’s right for you.
Organization
Address
Notes
Revive Counseling – FCS Supported Employment Navigation
intake@revivespokane.com
(509) 413-2950
Spokane, WA 99201
Reentry navigators are peer coaches with lived experience.
(509) 532-3000
Spokane, WA
Resume building, community computers, employment resouces through their website
Having trouble thinking of things to include on your resume? Maybe you could benefit from job training programs. There are a wide variety of programs that offer skills that can be useful for your job search or even to include on a resume. Programs like BFET (Basic Food and Employment Training), RISE ( apprenticeship programs, and more!
 Are you thinking of going back to school or enrolling in a vocational program? Contact the local community colleges and see what your options are!
Organization
Address
Notes
The Fulcrum Institute
(509) 795-8955
211 W Augusta AveÂ
Spokane, WA 99205
BFET, RISE
Worksource
(509) 532-3000
130 S Arthur StÂ
Spokane, WA
Shelly Palmer can help with connection to SCC enrollment
Career Path Services
(509) 227-2266
1313 N MapleÂ
Spokane, WA
Caitlin Robertson — RISE (can pay rent and other costs if engaged)
Goodwill
(509) 232-1136
130 E 3rd AveÂ
Spokane, WA
BFET, Credentials to Careers, Transitional Jobs
Department of Vocational Rehabilitation
(509) 363-4700
1313 N Atlantic St. #1000
Spokane, WA
Help with finances and work costs available
YWCA
(509) 326-1190
930 N Monroe
Spokane, WA
BFET for women, Sister’s Closet (clothing items for women, including interview clothes)
SCC’s Pre-apprenticeship / Manufacturing Program
(509) 279-6226
2917 W Fort George Wright Dr (Magnuson Building)
Spokane, WA
Susanne Bettinger (will help fill out FAFSA or enrollment in S/FCC programs) — 11 week program
Association of General Contractors Pre-apprenticeship Program
(509) 534-0502
2110 N Fancher
Spokane, WA
Mike Ankney or Judith Gilmore — 6 week program
Labor Ready
(509) 535-8582
504 E North Foothills Dr.
Spokane, WA
Temporary work that could lead to full-time employment
The Command Center
(509) 328-3939
3808 N Division Street
Spokane, WA
Temporary work that could lead to full-time employment
Manpower
(509) 623-7100
720 W Boone Ave #100
Spokane, WA
Temporary work that could lead to full-time employment
Starting from scratch? Starting over can be difficult when you only have the shirt on your back. Well, these guys got your back! Check out these resources that can help you build up your wardrobe. Clothing closets offer everything from casual clothing, shoes, and sandals, to the perfect interview outfit needed to make that lasting impression on your future employer! Some offer accessories such as makeup and purses, or hygiene products. Check with the provider to see what is available. Or, if you have any clothing that you are no longer using, they greatly accept donations!Â
Organization
Address
Notes
(509) 624-2378
525 W 2nd Ave
Spokane, WA 99201Â
Help with finances and work costs available
(509) 363-4700
Spokane, WA
Help with finances and work costs available
(509) 326-1190
Spokane, WA
Help with finances and work costs available
Teen Closet
(509) 534-1151Â
Spokane Valley, WA 99206
Clothes for foster kids and teens in need