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Avista Foundation awards 76 grants supporting environmental efforts, arts and culture across the Northwest

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  • The Avista Foundation awarded a combined $336,150 in grants to 76 nonprofit organizations across Washington, Idaho, Oregon, Alaska, & Montana during the third & fourth quarters of 2025.
  • Third-quarter grants totaled $199,900, while fourth-quarter grants totaled $136,250.
  • Funding supported diverse environmental, arts, & culture initiatives, including affordable housing in Alaska, youth education in Washington, & outdoor stewardship in Idaho.
  • Notable recipients include Friends of KSPS ($20,000), Spokane Public Radio ($10,000), & Lewiston-Clarkton Partners Habitat for Humanity ($10,000).
  • The foundation focuses on vulnerable populations, education, & economic & cultural vitality, having awarded over $17 million since 2002.
  • The Avista Foundation is a separate nonprofit established by Avista Corp. that does not receive funding from utility customers through rates.
  • Applications for the next health & human services funding cycle open on Jan. 1, 2026, & close on Feb. 1, 2026.