Partner Organizations – Page 16 – Civic Engagement Clearinghouse

St. Vincent de Paul

November 19, 2019 by Nollmeyer, Gustave

St. Vincent de Paul is a non-profit, religious organization that is dedicated to feeding, clothing, housing, and healing families or individuals in need and have no where else to turn to for help. This organization also provides help for people’s physical, mental, and spiritual needs. They not only have thrift stores throughout the country but they have medical and dental care for the “working poor”, services for the homeless, food boxes, and general assistance for those in need.

American Heart Association

November 19, 2019November 18, 2019 by Nollmeyer, Gustave

This organization’s purpose is to make people aware and to start thinking about heart disease, “America’s No. 1 Killer”. This association raises money to fund research about heart disease and has made large strides over the years to push for a healthier youth through programs such as The Kids Heart Challenge.

YWCA Spokane

November 19, 2019September 17, 2019 by Nollmeyer, Gustave

“YWCA Spokane is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.” This powerful mission statement is what you first encounter as you enter into the YWCA’s webpage. The YWCA has served the Spokane community for 116 years. They provide a wide variety of services to those who need the help in our community and beyond.

Youth United

November 19, 2019September 17, 2019 by Nollmeyer, Gustave

Youth United is a state/local organization dedicated to giving students of various ages opportunities to be able to volunteer in their community. Their student volunteer opportunities include ways for students to earn points in their system to get things. This is, in a way, is a reward system set by hours done volunteering. This organization not only has students going out into the community, but they are working to become integral parts of their society.

World Vision

November 19, 2019September 17, 2019 by Nollmeyer, Gustave

World Vision is a Christian organization committed to helping children in need around the world. They assist in a variety of ways including financial support, as well as giving children and families the tools they need to be successful. There are a multitude of ways for students to get involved and connect to the world around them.

World Relief

November 19, 2019September 17, 2019 by Nollmeyer, Gustave

World Relief is a global organization that works to combat our world’s refugee crisis. Millions of people in our world are displaced and living outside of their countries in need of safety. World Relief works to support these people as they rebuild their lives in new places like Spokane, WA.