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

SPOKANE, Wash., Dec. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In its third and fourth quarters of 2025, the Avista Foundation awarded a combined $336,150 in grants to 76 nonprofit organizations across Washington, Idaho, Oregon, Alaska, and Montana. These grants support a diverse range of environmental, arts and culture initiatives.

“Community is built every day by those who give their time, energy, and care to others. Their service is a testament to the resilience and generosity that define our region, and the Avista Foundation is grateful for the chance to support this important work,” said Kristine Meyer, Avista Foundation Executive Director.

A few highlights from these grant cycles include:

The full list of third-quarter awards includes the following:

The full list of fourth-quarter awards includes the following:

Organizations can check their eligibility and apply for funding at avistafoundation.com. The next cycle of funding for health and human services proposals opens Jan. 1 and runs through Feb. 1, 2026.

About the Avista Foundation

Since its establishment in 2002, the Avista Foundation has made grants totaling over $17 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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