US bank and Banner bank show commitment to economic development

SNEDA thanks US bank and Banner bank for their continued financial commitment to economic development in Spokane's community development neighborhoods though their contributions to SNEDA. Phone Eric Loewe at 444-7633 for information on supporting SNEDA's work. Contributions to SNEDA are tax deductible.

Mountain Gear continues climb with local and global following

Mountain Gear opened two decades ago when Paul Fish and his wife decided their home business of making backpacks was taking up too much of their living room.

Today the company, which specializes in backpacking, mountaineering, canyoneering, rock climbing, backcountry skiing and other outdoor sports, employs 85 people. more>

SNEDA's October profiles
SNEDA welcomes new AmeriCorps members

SNEDA has loan fund for start-up and existing businesses and nonprofits

If you're looking for financing to expand or start a business, SNEDA might be able to help. SNEDA also has a fund for nonprofits to start projects that will boost the economy, especially in affordable housing. SNEDA's latest loan was $50,000 to a nonprofit affordable housing developer in the West Central neighborhood to acquire a house in order to refurbish and sell it to a low-to-moderate income person. To learn more about SNEDA's loan capabilities, contact J. R. Sloan or Eric Loewe at 444-7633.

Discontinuation of SNEDA's Entrepreneurs' Calendar

Culture and Economic Development in the Spokane Region