SIX STEP APPROACH
Greater Good Northwest moves the fight away from an individual approach to a continual collaboration with the goal of creating forward momentum toward a better future for all.
Simply put, we find out what the community needs, develop relationships between partners, facilitate pooling resources- such as talent, best practices and experience, meet the needs and assess the impact.
#1
Assess the Need
Completion of a comprehensive needs assessment in Spokane County to obtain current relevant data of those facing hardship in our community.
Conduct focus groups with leaders in business, nonprofit organizations, government/schools and churches/faith based community
We have formed a needs assessment committee to connect with nonprofits and organizations currently serving and meeting the needs in our community to gather first person data and determine gaps in service
Attend key networking events and committee meetings to stay up to date about current activities in our community, e.g, workforce development, Continuum of Care and Valley Huddle meetings
#2
Amplify Awareness
Communicate strategically with partners in Spokane County to bring awareness to the root cause of poverty and injustice and relay this information to our community in a consistent manner.
Partner with Spokane Public Library to offer nonprofit assistance with navigating business resources offered at no charge
Connect and collaborate with organizations in Spokane serving those in need to engage where most needed
Maintain a robust website to include blogs and articles on what is happening in the greater Spokane region
#3
Assemble the Team
Create and leverage existing community partnerships to collaborate and strategize powerful solutions.
Facilitate sponsored training opportunities for nonprofit organizations offered at no cost to strengthen organizational management and leadership if needed
Bring together organizations already working on solutions into a collaborative space to reduce duplication of effort
Create directory of community partners to easily access information and connect volunteers and businesses to nonprofit organizations
#4
Activate the Solution
Deploy teams strategically to maximize the effectiveness of our resources.
Utilize committees with skilled volunteers or members to collect data for needs assessment and other projects
Strategically partner with organizations that have a desire to implement solutions in the community
Facilitate working groups focused on community issues to build relationships and find solutions
#5
Assess the Impact
Through continued collaboration and partnership, gather data to determine the true impact made in the community.
Stay integrated in collaborative spaces to foster continued momentum and growth
Find and tell the stories where impact made positive and productive change
Utilize data whenever possible to support outcomes
#6
Adjust for the Greater Good
As the needs of our community change we will remain adaptable and current while constantly progressing towards our end goal.
Adapt or shift working groups that are focused on community issues as needed
Conduct focus groups and town hall style meetings to gather community feedback
Strategically utilize collaborative partnerships to determine course changes and implementation
