Greater Spokane Progress
Greater Spokane Progress
Website: https://spokaneprogress.org/
Founded: 2009
Type: 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization
Location: Spokane, Washington
Contact: info@spokaneprogress.org | (509) 624-5657
Social Media: Facebook, Instagram
Mission
Greater Spokane Progress (GSP) is a collaborative network united to build political strength and equity in our community.
History
Founded in 2009, GSP began as a regional network of the statewide Win/Win Network. It brought together diverse organizations to strengthen collective capacity for long-term change in Spokane. Today, GSP is locally led and independent, comprising nearly 40 organizations working together to advance equity and justice in the region.
Programs and Initiatives
- Spokane Progress Plan: A strategic framework guiding GSP's work, focusing on housing justice, police accountability, immigrant and refugee rights, smart justice, civil rights and equity, and climate justice.
- Legislative Agenda: Annual policy priorities developed collaboratively to advocate for progressive change at the local and state levels.
- Smart Justice Spokane: A coalition aiming to reform the criminal justice system to be more equitable and effective.
- Racial Equity Initiative: Efforts to address systemic racism and promote racial equity through community engagement and policy advocacy.
- Greater Spokane Action: GSP's affiliated 501(c)(4) organization focused on political advocacy and mobilization.
Membership
GSP's network includes a diverse array of organizations committed to equity and justice, such as:
- 350 Spokane
- The Arc Spokane
- Community Building Foundation
- Fuse Washington
- Futurewise
- Hispanic Business and Professional Association of Spokane
- Inland Northwest Business Alliance
- Peace and Justice Action League of Spokane (PJALS)
- Reimagine Spokane
- SEIU 775
- SEIU Healthcare 1199NW
- Spokane Low Income Housing Consortium
- The Lands Council
- Transitions
- Veterans for Peace - VFP 035 Spokane Washington
- Community-Minded Enterprises
- League of Women Voters of Spokane Area
- Muslims for Community Action and Support (MCAS)
- NAACP - Spokane Branch
- Northwest Fair Housing Alliance
- Odyssey Youth Movement
Get Involved
Individuals and organizations can engage with GSP through:
- Membership: Joining the network to collaborate on advancing equity and justice.
- Donations: Supporting GSP's initiatives financially.
- Events: Participating in workshops, forums, and community gatherings.
- Advocacy: Engaging in policy advocacy and community organizing efforts.
