In 2023, Avista awarded over $1,000,000 to help support communities
SPOKANE, Wash. – February 12, 2024: In its fourth quarter of 2023, the Avista Foundation awarded $152,000 to 28 non-profit organizations in Washington, Idaho, and Oregon.
In 2023, the Avista Foundation donated more than $1.8 million to help support the community and people in need. Fourth-quarter grant recipients include organizations that support arts, culture, and the environment.
“We’re pleased to invest in community organizations that make such a difference in people’s lives,” said Dennis Vermillion, Avista CEO.
| Name | State | Award |
| NW Museum of Arts and Culture | Washington | $30,000 |
| Clarkston Performing Arts Boosters | Washington | $15,000 |
| Spokane Civic Theatre | Washington | $15,000 |
| Orofino Maniac Booster Club Inc. | Idaho | $12,000 |
| Museum of North Idaho | Idaho | $10,000 |
| The Carrousel Players of the Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre | Idaho | $10,000 |
| Terrain Programs | Washington | $7,500 |
| Confluence | Washington | $5,000 |
| Dishman Hills Conservancy | Washington | $5,000 |
| Music Conservatory of Sandpoint Inc | Idaho | $5,000 |
| Shadle Park Presbyterian | Washington | $5,000 |
| Valley Historical Society | Washington | $5,000 |
| Latah County Historical Society | Idaho | $3,500 |
| APOD Productions Inc. | Idaho | $3,000 |
| RISE Network Inc. | Washington | $3,000 |
| Pilgrim Baptist Church | Washington | $2,500 |
| Spokane Youth Symphony Inc. | Washington | $2,500 |
| Spokane Area Jewish Family Services | Washington | $1,750 |
| Columbia Basin Allied Arts | Washington | $1,500 |
| Idaho Trails Association | Idaho | $1,500 |
| Rogue World Music | Oregon | $1,500 |
| Washington Idaho Symphony | Washington | $1,500 |
| Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness | Idaho | $1,000 |
| MusicFest Northwest | Washington | $1,000 |
| Ross Ragland Theater & Cultural Center | Oregon | $1,000 |
| Terry Buffington Foundation | Washington | $1,000 |
| Central Basin Community Concert Association | Washington | $750 |
| Pend Oreille Arts Council | Idaho | $500 |
Since its establishment in 2002, the Avista Foundation has made grants totaling over $16 million. The foundation focuses its giving in the areas of vulnerable and limited-income populations, education, and economic and cultural vitality. It is a separate, non-profit organization established by Avista Corp., and does not receive funding from Avista Utilities or AEL&P customers through rates.
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