THE CARL MAXEY CENTER
Project Information
3116 E. 5th Avenue, Spokane 99202
Empowering Our Community
From the Inside Out
The Carl Maxey Center Board of Directors is transforming a neglected 1920s building into an African American focused Cultural Center that will be a gathering place for the community, as well as a business and technical hub for the East Central neighborhood.
After
STEP 1
PURCHASE
Phase I is to acquire the building and the lot next door. We will be raising $375,000 by August 1, 2018
Completed
STEP 2
REMODEL
Phase II is to remodel the building. Elements of the remodel will include:
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Work Training Program - will use apprentices & trainees
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Green/Sustainable Building - incorporate green technology and building practices
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Technology - incorporate present and future technology
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African American History - incorporate elements of Spokane's African American history into the building's design
STEP 3
MANAGE
Phase III will be to develop and manage the programs and activities that will occur in the center
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African American focused programming
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Community Events/Classes
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Gathering Place
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Rental Spaces
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Social Enterprise (ie. Bookstore/Arts & Crafts, etc)
Before
Culture. Economics. Justice.
The Need
In Spokane, racial disparities exist in education, criminal justice, health, housing, employment, and in most determinants that exist. The African American community, in particular, has consistently been hit hard by these disparities.
Despite best efforts, both from within and outside the community, it is challenging for a community to create the infrastructure that is needed to uplift itself without a strong base- a place - to focus its attention and efforts.
Spokane is in need of such a place.
Building Address: 3116 E. 5th Ave.. Spokane 99202
STEP 4
EXPAND
Phase IV will be the expansion of the center up and out.
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Affordable Housing
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Mixed Use - Offices/Retail
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Business Incubator/Co-Working Spaces
Help Us Build The Carl Maxey Center
To Donate By Check or Money Order
Make Check/Money Order out to Carl Maxey Center and mail to 1312 N. Monroe St, #148, Spokane, WA 99201
The Solution
The vision of the Carl Maxey Center Board is to build an African American focused cultural center that will be a sustainable/green and technologically innovative hub in the East Central neighborhood focusing on Racial/Social Justice & Equity; Business & Workforce Development; Education & Advocacy; and Cultural Enrichment. The goal of the center is to uplift, empower and transform the African American community from the inside out.
The Maxey Center will be a resource for communities of color in Spokane, as well as for the greater Spokane community, creating an opportunity for Spokane residents to gather, interact, celebrate, network, share experiences, discover resources, receive services, gain support and make connections in an environment that is uniquely African American.