April 2020 Community Newsletter

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As we release this inaugural issue of Gonzaga University's Opportunity Northeast newsletter, we recognize that this is an unprecedented time. The impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic have touched the lives of each of us, our loved ones, and our communities. Together, we are realizing the transformative power of relationships and our shared belief that "we belong to each other."

Opportunity Northeast is a manifestation of Gonzaga's core values and a commitment to our neighborhood – this place we share. This issue highlights stories of community, commitment, and coming together to address critical needs during this time of crisis.

We are grateful for your partnership and we welcome your input.

Please share your own stories and ideas

Family Food Pick-up at Elementary School

Neighbors visit Logan Elementary to pick up take-away meals while practicing social distancing.

Gonzaga University, Partners Respond to COVID-19 with Vital Food Support for Neighbors

Gonzaga University through its Campus Kitchen program and partner Sodexo Food Services are teaming up to provide more than 900 healthy take-away meals each week. Two sites serve Northeast Spokane neighbors. 

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Opportunity Northeast: Prayer for the Community

As a Gonzaga family, we pray with and for our community of Spokane, especially our neighbors and community partners.

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Professor Publishes Research On Walking School Bus

Joe Johnston believes this program allows Gonzaga students to work toward dismantling systems of injustice.

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Community Informs Planning for Gonzaga Family Haven

The future residents will be graduates of Catholic Charities Rising Strong program and said sense of community is important.

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GU Students, AmeriCorps Crew Say Goodbye to Neighborhood

Creative ways to continue food security efforts and outreach to youth soften blow of COVID-19 impact on neighbors.

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