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Sixty Years of Service: Reflecting on Rural Resources’ Past & Looking Ahead
As Rural Resources celebrates 60 years of serving rural northeast Washington, it’s worth pausing to reflect on where the journey began—and the leaders and community members who shaped its path.…
Read MoreSNAP Benefits Ending: Where to Find Food Assistance – and How to Help
Due to the federal government shutdown, SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits will lapse on November 1. This will have a serious impact on thousands of families and individuals across…
Read MoreWhat to know before applying for energy assistance
The 2025-2026 energy season has begun, and Rural Resources is preparing to distribute energy assistance funds to eligible households across Lincoln, Ferry, Stevens, and Pend Oreille counties. Funding for our…
Read MoreWe need your input for our 2025 Community Needs Assessment!
Rural Resources invites you to attend a public meeting in your community to provide insight and feedback on needed services and resources in northeast Washington. This information is important as it will help determine the services and…
Read MoreThe Tri-County Area is in a Childcare Crisis
A new survey released by Rural Resources Community Action (RRCA) reveals a sobering reality for families across Eastern Washington’s Tri-County area: access to adequate childcare is slipping out of reach…
Read MoreCelebrating 60 Years of Rural Resources
Donate to sustain our work for another 60 years. Thank you for your support! In the 1960s, President Lyndon Johnson declared a “War on Poverty,” in response to rising…
Read MoreStaff Spotlights: The Heart Behind Rural Resources Employment & Training Programs
At Rural Resources, employment and training isn’t just about helping people get jobs—it’s about changing lives. For Morgan Smith and Nick Porter, two passionate leaders in the Employment & Training…
Read MoreSeniors in rural areas need food assistance, and the demand is growing
By Alaina Kowitz, Rural Resources Community Action Communications & Outreach Manager This article originally appeared in the March 2025 issue of the Silverado Express in Alaina’s Common Ground column. A couple of…
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