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OUR STORY

The SAN Mission:

To empower people at risk of, or affected by, HIV/AIDS through education, outreach and advocacy

SAN, formerly known as The Spokane AIDS Network, was established in 1985 as an informal network of friends, medical caregivers, and concerned citizens to coordinate services for people living with HIV and AIDS in the Spokane area.


Due to a change in funding, SAN closed its direct HIV prevention and cares services in 2017, ultimately transferring clients to the Spokane Regional Health District. Despite this challenge, the Board of Directors voted to maintain the organization’s non-profit status in order to continue its important work of raising awareness of the impact of HIV and AIDS in Spokane. In close partnership with community stakeholders, SAN also continues to serve as a bridge for resources for people living with and impacted by HIV and AIDS.


Today, SAN remains focused on maintaining the organization’s legacy by remaining a visible partner to raise awareness about the impact of HIV and AIDS in Spokane. SAN also works in close partnership with community stakeholders to serve as a bridge for resources for people living with and impacted by HIV and AIDS.

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GRANT OGREN

Executive Director

In September 2019 the SAN Board of Directors name Grant Ogren, former Board Chair, as the organization’s first Executive Director since 2017.


The organization will focus on creating more opportunities for events and safe spaces for people impacted by HIV/AIDS to gather, build community, raise awareness and fight stigma in Spokane.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

President

Volunteers of America
Spokane Regional Health District

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Vice President

Retired

Secretary

Spokane AIDS Network volunteer

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Board Member

Mode Capital Mortgage

Board Member

CSC Security

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Board Member

Board Member

Multicare

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Board Member

Odyssey Youth Movement

Board President Emeritus

Funders Concerned About AIDS

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