Avista Foundation Announces First Quarter Grants
Avista Foundation awarded over $184,000 in grants to 37 non-profit organizations in the first quarter of 2024, focusing on health and human services. In 2023, over $1.8 million was donated. Avista CEO emphasizes the importance of supporting communities for resilience and interconnectedness. The foundation has granted over $16 million since 2002.
Continued support for communities through grants totaling over $184,000 in the first quarter of 2024.
Focus on directly benefiting health and human service providers to support vulnerable populations.
Long-standing commitment to community support, with over $1.8 million donated in 2023.
Emphasis on fostering resilience, strength, and interconnectedness in communities for a brighter future.
Avista Foundation has granted over $16 million since its establishment in 2002, focusing on education, economic vitality, and vulnerable populations.
- None.
In 2024 so far, Avista has awarded over
SPOKANE, Wash., May 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In its first quarter, the Avista Foundation awarded just over
In 2023, the Avista Foundation donated more than
“Supporting organizations that benefit from funds that support health and human services is not just a commitment; it’s a reflection of our deep care for the well-being of our communities.” said Dennis Vermillion, Avista CEO. “When we invest in these vital services, we contribute to the resilience, strength, and interconnectedness of the very fabric that binds us together. Our communities thrive when each individual feels supported, heard, and uplifted. It’s not just about dollars and cents; it’s about fostering compassion, hope, and a brighter future for all.”
Name | State | Award | |
Spokane Neighborhood Action Partners | Washington | ||
The Salvation Army Spokane | Washington | ||
Sugar Bowl Rodeo Association | Washington | ||
Providence Northeast Washington Hunger Coalition | Washington | ||
Spokane Valley Partners | Washington | ||
Women & Children's Free Restaurant & Community Kitchen | Washington | ||
Grande Ronde Hospital Foundation | Oregon | ||
Second Harvest Inland Northwest | Washington | ||
Grande Ronde Association for Youth | Oregon | ||
HIP of Spokane County dba Community-Minded Enterprises | Washington | ||
Kin Support Program - Haa Yaitx'u Saiani | Alaska | ||
Post Falls Food Bank | Idaho | ||
The Women's Center, Inc. dba Safe Passage | Idaho | ||
Childrens Village Incorporated | Idaho | ||
Northwest Harvest EMM | Washington | ||
Project ID Inc | Washington | ||
Northwest Children's Home | Idaho | ||
Embrace WA | Washington | ||
Idaho Foodbank Warehouse, Inc. | Idaho | ||
Partners with Families & Children | Washington | ||
Safe Start Northwest Infant Survival and SIDS Alliance | Idaho | ||
Specialized Needs Recreation | Idaho | ||
St. Vincent de Paul (St. Francis of Assisi - Moscow Conference) | Idaho | ||
Thrive Learning Center | Idaho | ||
Food For Our Children, Inc. | Idaho | ||
Gina Quesenberry Foundation | Idaho | ||
Interlink | Washington | ||
Palouse Habitat for Humanity, Inc. | Idaho | ||
Golden Rule ReEntry | Oregon | ||
Jackson County SART | Oregon | ||
Wishing Star Foundation | Washington | ||
1st Phoenix Community Center | Oregon | ||
Chewelah Faith Resources Group | Washington | ||
Friendly Kitchen/Meals On Wheels Roseburg | Oregon | ||
NAMI Spokane (National Alliance on Mental Illness) | Washington | ||
Sandpoint Area Seniors, Inc. | Idaho | ||
The Willow Center, Inc. | Idaho |
Since its establishment in 2002, the Avista Foundation has made grants totaling over
About Avista Utilities
Avista Utilities is involved in the production, transmission and distribution of energy. We provide energy services and electricity to 418,000 customers and natural gas to 382,000 customers in a service territory that covers 30,000 square miles in eastern Washington, northern Idaho and parts of southern and eastern Oregon, with a population of 1.7 million. Avista Utilities is an operating division of Avista Corp. (NYSE: AVA). For more information, please visit www.myavista.com.
The Avista logo is a trademark of Avista Corporation.
To unsubscribe from Avista’s news release distribution, send reply message to lena.funston@avistacorp.com
Contact:
Media: Ariana Barrey (509) 279-3308, Ariana.Barrey@avistacorp.com
Avista 24/7 Media Access: (509) 495-4174
FAQ
How much did Avista Foundation award in grants in the first quarter of 2024?
What is the total amount of grants donated by Avista Foundation since its establishment?
What areas does the Avista Foundation focus its giving on?