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Wow! What whirlwind 2020 has been so far! We have some incredibly exciting news to share. Not only are we launching our beautiful new Safe Start website but we have opened a second office in Spokane Valley, Washington.
SafeStartNW.org is packed full of life-saving information on how to keep your kiddos safe while riding in a vehicle along with how to keep your baby safe during sleep. Not only is it a wealth of knowledge but you can also register for our services such as Safe Sleep 101 class or a car seat safety check.  You can also see what we are up to in the community. From fundraising events to volunteer opportunities, SafeStartNW.org is full of information.
We have a second location to better serve our Easter Washington families! On March 1, 2020, we opened our doors at 10814 East Broadway Ave. Suite 004 in the Spokane Valley. Our monthly Safe Sleep 101 classes will be held here. 
We are so excited to be spreading our wings to ensure all children are riding and sleeping safe. Thank you to our donors and volunteers for making this possible. We hope to see you soon!
Liz Montgomery, Executive Director

We have some exciting news! We are delighted to announce that Liz Montgomery was selected as our next Executive Director. Liz comes to us from Inland Northwest SIDS Foundation in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.  A 12-year veteran of the non-profit sector, Liz holds a Bachelor of Science in Education and a certificate in Non-Profit Leadership from the University of Idaho. She specializes in high-level fundraising, donor relations, and program management.
Liz is a visionary leader who brings to Northwest Infant Survival and SIDS Alliance a deep experience in civic engagement, program development, family services and has received numerous commendations for her community involvement.
Liz will head the executive department and be responsible for managing our board of directors, volunteer groups and operations. She’ll serve as the main public contact and spokesperson for the Northwest Infant Survival and SIDS Alliance and will represent the company and all professional business capacities. 
After the death of her 5 ½-month-old son Mason due to accidental sleep-related death in 2003, Liz has been and continues to be passionate about educating medical professionals, emergency responders, parents and caregivers on Safe Infant Sleep practices and providing emotional support to those who have experienced a pregnancy, infant or child loss. 
Liz is honored to serve as Executive Director and to be able to continue the life-saving work began in 1961 by founder Mary Dore.  Her previous employment with NISSA combined with 12 years of non-profit management and personal experience with the death of her own baby due to SUID, makes her the perfect choice to continue the NISSA legacy.