The STRIVE Program works with many businesses in Spokane, such as Avista, Deaconess Medical Center, Veteran's Affairs Medical Center, Taco Time, Spokanimal, Petco, and many others. For a more complete list of employers working with STRIVE, click on List of employers.

Benefits to the Employer

Employers benefit from participating in the STRIVE Program in many ways:

• STRIVE Specialists are available to train students on-site to save employer training costs and time.
• STRIVE Specialists act as a liaison with school/home/worksite.
• STRIVE Specialists provide follow-up visits to monitor student's progress.
• STRIVE Specialists facilitate networking with other community agencies.
• Employers gain satisfaction from helping students develop work maturity.

Employers' Comments

Judy Dunn, from Deaconess Medical Center - Centralized Equipment Dept
"Because of special training at DMC, Robert is a wonderful example of a hard working, loyal and long-term employee. He is extremely proud of his independence and the fact that he is employed here. He looks forward to coming to work every day."

Christina Gaston, from Bon Marche in Northtown
"We really appreciate the opportunity to work with the students from Roger's STRIVE Program. Our staff has fun welcoming our newest Bon friends!"

Assistant Manager, Petco
"I am grateful for the help from the STRIVE students. Everyone works together as a team."

Assistant Manager, Liquidation World
"STRIVE is a great program in that it gives students a little "push" for their futures."