SPOKANE, Wash. – Julie Honekamp will step down from her role as CEO of Spokane Neighborhood Action Partners (SNAP) and SNAP Financial Access (SFA) at the start of 2027.
SNAP, a Spokane-based nonprofit not related to the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program that uses the same abbreviation, provides assistance with energy bills, housing, home repairs, small business help, medical transportation and more.
SNAP announced the news about its CEO in a press release on Tuesday.
Honekamp started serving with SNAP from 1996 to 2004 as a housing services coordinator and returned as deputy director from 2007 to 2011. In 2011, she became the CEO of SNAP.
Her final day as CEO will be January 1, 2027.
“This decision comes with mixed emotions, deep gratitude for the incredible journey we’ve shared and excitement for what lies ahead,” Honekamp wrote in the release from SNAP.
“Leading SNAP has truly been one of the greatest honors of my life. Together, we’ve faced challenges, celebrated victories, and most importantly, made a meaningful difference for the people and communities we care so deeply about,” she continued.
SNAP said Honekamp led the organization to expand more than 30 programs to serve residents across Spokane County and Eastern Washington.
“During her tenure, the organization strengthened its impact in housing stability, energy assistance, financial empowerment, small business development, weatherization, and homeless services, while remaining rooted in dignity-centered, community-driven solutions,” SNAP wrote in its release.
The SNAP and SFA formed a CEO Search Committee made up of SNAP Board volunteers and supported by Mike Wiser of Community Link Consulting. The board hopes to pick a new CEO by the summer of 2026, according to SNAP’s release.
Honekamp will continue to serve as CEO until January 1, 2027.
The release added that Honekamp plans to continue mission-driven work after stepping away from SNAP through consulting, mentoring and pursuing other opportunities.
“I have full confidence in our team, our board, and the values that have guided SNAP for nearly 60 years,” Honekamp said. “The future is bright.”
