Cultural and Behavioral health Center Capital Campaign
Our Vision for the Capital Campaign
The heart of our Capital Campaign lies in creating a welcoming and inclusive space that caters to the diverse needs of the BIPOC community in Spokane, including individuals with co-occurring developmental disabilities. This initiative embodies our commitment to providing culturally and linguistically sensitive healthcare and support services that reflect the rich tapestry of our community's heritage and experiences.
Currently, we have over five programs in economic development, behavioral health, education, culture/arts and youth sports. Nuestras Raices Capital Campaign is a fundraiser campaign to acquire a new cultural and behavioral health center that will fill in the unmet needs of the community and accommodate our growing programs.
Objectives for the Capital Campaign
The first objective: Acquire a cultural and behavioral health center: Building this space will will allow us to create a state-of-the-art environment that supports cultural sensitivity, inclusiveness, and comprehensive healthcare solutions. We will be able to develop additional spaces to accommodate more patients and offer a variety of cultural and behavioral health services. See more of our objectives:
Enhance Technology
Integrate advanced technologies to improve patient care, streamline operations, and support telehealth services.
Community Engagement
Foster partnerships with local organizations and stakeholders to address community-specific health needs.
Educational Programs
Implement educational initiatives to promote mental health awareness and cultural competence among staff and the community.
Sustainability Practices:
Incorporate eco-friendly construction and operation practices to ensure the center's long-term sustainability.
Key Goals of the Campaign
About Nuestras Raíces
Nuestras Raíces Centro Comunitario (Our Roots Community Center) is a 501c3 organization that was founded by the Hispanic Business Professional Association (HBPA), an organization formed in 1979. Forover decades, Nuestras Raices has been on a mission to promote and serve business growth, professional development, education opportunities, cultural preservation, community wellness and social justice for the Hispanic/ Latino community in the Inland Northwest.
Background
Nuestras Raíces Centro Comunitario was created by and for Latine people in the Inland Northwest. We have served our community for 30 years— longer than any other organization. We offer four programs:
• Esperanza (HOPE)-our culturally and linguistically attuned social and mental health program.
• LUNAA (Latinos Unidos eN Acción Alianza), our youth and young adult engagement program that provides scholarships, mentorship, and academic guidance to Latine youth.
• Sin miedo al éxito (Success with Confidence), our economic development program that helps individuals and entrepreneurs launch and grow their enterprises.
• Cultura, our cultural education initiative that reaches thousands of community members through events including Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead), Folklorico (Mexican Ballet), Futbol Club (soccer), Día del Niño (Children's Day), Tacos & Tequila, and more.
Geographic Location
Nuestras Raíces will locate the community services center in the city of Spokane where we are headquartered. Currently, we lease an office space in the East Central neighborhood. We would prefer to construct a new facility or acquire and renovate a building in the same neighborhood if feasible. We also maintain a satellite office in Othello, WA-serving people in Adams and Grant counties, and we will continue to provide outreach services to Okanogan, Chelan, Douglas, Whitman, and Franklin counties.
Our new community services center in Spokane will serve as the central coordinating hub for our outreach efforts. Our satellite office will also receive administrative backstopping and executive leadership support from team members based in our Spokane office.
Population Served and Services Offered
Nuestras Raíces is a Latine-led organization that serves Latine individuals, immigrants, refugees, families, youth, elders, businesses, and artists. Its community center aims to support Latine individuals and families with limited English proficiency from low-income, immigrant, and undocumented households. The center will provide core programs, a business center, culturally responsive behavioral health services, a food bank, and a larger clothing bank. It will also offer space for cultural events, afterschool activities, a soccer club, and potential additional services like a community kitchen and recreational areas. Spokane County has a significant Latine population, with 6.9% of residents identifying as Hispanic.
Language access and culturally relevant services are crucial for health equity. Studies show that culturally and linguistically representative clinicians improve care and satisfaction. However, there is a shortage of such providers in Eastern Washington, particularly for the Latine community, which makes up nearly 7% of Spokane County's population. Currently, only one provider, NATIVE Project, specializes in culturally specific care. Nuestras Raíces aims to expand therapy and navigation support for Latine people, ensuring access to healing services delivered by individuals with similar lived experiences.
Impact on the Community
The establishment of the Cultural and Behavioral Health Center will be a transformative step towards improving health outcomes and fostering a sense of community pride and cohesion. By centering the BIPOC community, we ensure that our services are equitable and reflective of the diverse needs and strengths of Spokane's population. This center will serve not just as a healthcare facility but as a hub for cultural celebration, education, and community support, empowering individuals to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.
Why Support Our Capital Campaign?
Supporting the Cultural and Behavioral Health Center Capital Campaign means investing in a healthier, more inclusive community. Your contribution will help us provide:
How to Get Involved
Partnerships: Collaborate with us as a community partner or sponsor to expand our outreach and impact.
