Our Purpose

Building the Bridges Our Community Needs

R2S Social Services does not seek to recreate what already exists, but to stitch together the strengths of Spokane’s current service ecosystem, build bridges where systems are disconnected, and fill critical gaps in support for youth, families, and neighborhoods. R2S strengthens what is already working by bringing partners together, coordinating care, and providing culturally responsive support where it is needed most.

  • Our Vision
  • Our Mission

A connected, thriving Spokane where every individual has access to support, safety, and opportunity.

To provide culturally responsive, community-centered support services that strengthen families, empower youth, and build safer communities.

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Years Experience

Who We Are

We Rise by Lifting Each Other

R2S Social Services (Ready 2 Serve Ministries DBA R2S Social Services) is a community-based nonprofit service organization dedicated to empowering youth, strengthening families, and improving community safety.

We provide non-clinical behavioral support, community resource navigation, prosocial activities, and community safety coordination for neighborhoods across Spokane.

We are built on a simple belief: strong families create strong communities.

Core Values

Values That Build Trust, Safety, and Belonging

Connection

We believe support begins with connection. We work alongside the people we serve, not apart from them.

Safety

We focus on environments where youth and families feel physically, emotionally, and culturally safe.

Equity

We honor diverse identities, experiences, and needs through culturally responsive practices.

Healing & Restoration

We support individuals and neighborhoods in building resilience, repairing harm, and restoring hope.

Cultural Humility

We listen first, honoring the lived experiences and cultural perspectives of the communities we serve.

Collaboration

We know that real impact happens together—across partners, agencies, families, and neighborhoods.

Leadership

The Team That Makes It Possible

Executive Director

Founder and leader of R2S Social Services, Dr. Harris brings over 20 years of community engagement, educational leadership, and program development experience.

Program Manager

Oversees daily operations, staff support, scheduling, and community coordination.

Community Resource Navigators

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Organizational Story

R2S Social Services began as an outreach extension of Ready 2 Serve Ministries—focused on supporting youth, offering mentoring, and responding to families in need. As community needs grew, so did the mission.

Over time, R2S expanded into a structured social service arm focused on:

R2S Social Services now collaborates with community partners, neighborhoods, and agencies across Spokane to provide consistent, culturally grounded support that meets individuals where they are.

We continue to grow with one goal: to serve Spokane in ways that strengthen families, uplift youth, and build safer, healthier communities.

Testimonials

Families and partners explain how our services help.

Hear how R2S has helped youth grow stronger, guided families through difficult moments, and supported partners working to build safer, healthier neighborhoods.

“R2S helped my family during one of our hardest seasons. Their team supported my son with patience, guidance, and respect. Today, he’s doing better in school and at home because someone finally understood what he needed.”

Maria Thompson

Parent

“I used to feel angry all the time and didn’t know how to deal with it. R2S gave me people who listened and activities that helped me grow. I’m proud of who I’m becoming.”

Jordan Reyes

Youth Participant

“R2S bridges the gaps that families often fall through. Their collaboration has helped our school reduce crises and support students more effectively. They make our work stronger.”

Angela Collins

School Counselor & Community Partner

“When my grandkids came to live with me, I was overwhelmed. R2S walked with us through every step—resources, meetings, emotional support. They truly care about families like mine.”

William Harper

Grandparent Caregiver

Leadership

Executive Director: Dr. Oscar Harris

Founder and leader of R2S Social Services, Dr. Harris brings over 20 years of community engagement, educational leadership, and program development experience.

Program Manager

Oversees daily operations, staff support, scheduling, and community coordination.

Community Resource Navigators

Frontline staff who provide non-clinical behavioral support, system navigation, warm handoffs, and prosocial engagement.

Executive Director: Dr. Oscar Harris

Founder and leader of R2S Social Services, Dr. Harris brings over 20 years of community engagement, educational leadership, and program development experience.

Dr. Oscar Harris

Executive Director

Core Values

Values That Build Trust, Safety, and Belonging

Angelica Conner

We believe support begins with connection. We work alongside the people we serve, not apart from them.

Safety

We focus on environments where youth and families feel physically, emotionally, and culturally safe.

Equity

We honor diverse identities, experiences, and needs through culturally responsive practices.

Healing & Restoration

We support individuals and neighborhoods in building resilience, repairing harm, and restoring hope.

Cultural Humility

We listen first, honoring the lived experiences and cultural perspectives of the communities we serve.

Collaboration

We know that real impact happens together—across partners, agencies, families, and neighborhoods.

Leadership

The Team That Makes It Possible

Executive Director

Founder and leader of R2S Social Services, Dr. Harris brings over 20 years of community engagement, educational leadership, and program development experience.

Program Manager

Oversees daily operations, staff support, scheduling, and community coordination.

Community Resource Navigators

Building strong relationships with your audience helps improve brand loyalty.

Content Creation

Quality content is key to keeping your audience engaged.