Find Your Community In The ZONE

You Belong Here

For Residents

Whether you're looking for help with employment,
housing, or activities for your kids, we've got you covered.
You Belong in The ZONE.

For Partners

We partner with organizations to bring services
& activities to families in Northeast Spokane.
Learn more about getting involoved.

Action & Impact

Through listening to residents, bringing together partners, and by analyzing results, we have been responsive to the needs of our Northeast neighborhoods since 2017. We are currently working in the following areas:

  • Expanded Learning
  • Housing Stability
  • Equitable Employment Pathways
  • Increasing Social Connections & Emotional Well-Being

About Us

The ZONE is a collective impact initiative of The Northeast Community Center. Together with residents, schools, and partner organizations, we shine the light on deep disparities in health, education, and economic outcomes, we remove barriers, and we build upon our strengths so all children, youth, and families have opportunities to thrive.

What's New

Story of Impact: Lori van Anrooy

February 15, 2022

Lori van Anrooy Lori van Anrooy, Program Manager and Educator with Food$ense/SNAP-ED, has many years of experience in bringing nutrition education to youth and adults…

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Story of Impact: Nakia Arquette

January 26, 2022

Nakia Arquette Nakia Arquette is a Program Manager with Communities in Schools of Spokane County, a partner in The ZONE. Nakia grew up in Spokane…

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Essential Skills: 2021 Program Outcomes

December 15, 2021

The Essential Skills Program was developed by ZONE partners to provide the knowledge and tools necessary to apply for a job or training program. We are…

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Every couple of weeks we send a newsletter to families in The ZONE, letting them know about free events, resources, and ways to get involved. Occasionally we send text messages too. Sign up now, so you always know what's happening in The ZONE!