The ZONE Spokane

Have ideas, concerns, or questions about the future of District 1????Join us at 5:30pm March 17th at the Northeast Community Center for the upcoming Town Hall. #CommunityEngagement is key to shaping the future we want. Join us for meaningful discussions on local issues, from #PublicSafety to traffic calming. Residents can connect with neighborhood councils from 5:30–6 p.m. before the town hall to learn more, ask questions, and get involved. #ResidentVoice #Hillyard #ShilohHills #Bemiss #Whitman #NevadaHeights #Minnehaha #Logan #ChiefGaryPark #Riverside See you there! City of Spokane Northeast Community Center Jene Ray Spokane Public Schools

Bringing real world learning opportunities and community connections to students in an all-in wholistic way merits a brief pause to show gratitude to brave leaders at On Track Academy who let students #CreateWhatsNext. City of Spokane read more here: https://lnkd.in/d9na82Aw City of Spokane Chase Youth Commission #YouthWellnessZones

What a year it’s been! ?? The Northeast Community Center ZONE Annual Awards & Year in Review highlighted the incredible work done alongside our partners and residents. We are deeply grateful for the collaboration, dedication, and support that made this year’s impact possible. A sincere thank you to everyone who contributed this past year. ?? Take a moment to read our full annual report on our website. ?? https://lnkd.in/d9na82Aw #Thezone #youbelonghere #NECC #AnnualReport #2024Highlights #Gratitude #Community #Partnerships #Impact

?? The ZONE & Northeast Community Center Annual Awards Ceremony & 2024 Year in Review – Just One Week Away! ?? We are excited to invite you to celebrate another year of community impact and partnership with The ZONE and The Northeast Community Center. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, March 5, 2025 — it’s an event you won’t want to miss! ?? Event Schedule: Starts: 4:30 PM Program: 5:00 PM Social: 5:30 PM What to Expect: -A dive into the 2024 ZONE Resident Steering Committee priorities: the efforts that have been made toward them and the ongoing work required to continue making progress. -A reveal of the 2024 Annual Report -Refreshments & Networking with community members and partners -Celebrate the accomplishments and impact of the past year -A look ahead to this year’s priorities and how you can help shape the future of Northeast neighborhoods We look forward to connecting with you as we reflect on all the amazing work that’s been done and the people who’ve made it possible. Also, alongside our annual event, the City of Spokane District 1 Visioning Workshop begins at 5:30 PM. We encourage robust community feedback from Northeast residents, which will also be held at the Northeast Community Center (4001 N Cook Street).

Join us for our first family night of 2025! ??? We’re starting the year with creativity, snacks, and good vibes with NorthEast Support Team-NEST Coalition at the Northeast Community Center. Come paint, snack, and make memories with us! ?? Register Here: https://lnkd.in/ggyDrWrb We can’t wait to see you there! #thezone #youbelonghere #northeast #spokane #FamilyNight #CommunityVibes #CreateTogether Spokane Public Schools City of Spokane

After hours childcare has been a complete desert in The ZONE Spokane. Yesterday Kerra Bower, Baker Construction & Development, Inc. , Stephaine Nobles-Beans, children and community gathered to #BREAK that reality. Literally sledgehammer out the evening entrance, so that kids can be safe and loved while their parents work. A #great day for our community and the City of Spokane. Brooke Baker, Greater Spokane Incorporated, Avista Utilities Inc., Leadership Spokane, EWI of Spokane, Jene Ray

As a part of our #YouthWellnessZone work, Youth Voice has highlighted the connection between fresh foods and wellness. On Track Academy students are leading a #solution, and have partnered with Second Harvest Inland Northwest to offer a bi-weekly food distribution for students and our campus community. Spokane Public Schools, UW CoLab for Community & Behavioral Health Policy, City of Spokane, Spokane County, Sarah Walker, April Shine, Lisa Mattson-Coleman #waleg

Need help navigating financial aid? ?? Join us for an informative workshop that will guide you step-by-step through the financial aid process and answer all your questions. Don’t miss out—your future is worth it! ?? Register here today! ?? https://lnkd.in/gWj385yZ #TheZone #ExecutiveWomanInternational #ManzanitaHouse #CollegeSuccessFoundation #InternationalRescueCommittee #FinancialAid #FollowYourDreams #YouBelongHere

At this week’s Chase Youth Commission meeting, Jene Ray and former Chase Youth Award winner #MandieNorman shared for over an hour what On Track Academy students are discovering would support their mental health most. #Commissioners then shared personal reflections- wellness means stable #housing, #belonging, and more. Stay tuned for a large community event showcasing what community can do to support youth health and wellness throughout our county hosted by the Chase Youth Commission at City of Spokane City Hall! #YouthWellnessZones UW CoLab for Community & Behavioral Health Policy Sarah Walker Spokane Public Schools Spokane County April Shine

Our The ZONE Spokane Director focuses on #belonging and supporting the goals and next steps of youth and adults through her work here Northeast Community Center, and throughout the City of Spokane through partners such as EWI of Spokane and #LumenHighSchool.