The Avista Foundation, associated with Avista Corp., is dedicated to the investment in community development. Its mission revolves around supporting non-profit organizations that cater to the essential needs of communities and citizens in regions served by Avista Utilities and Alaska Electric Light and Power Co. These areas include eastern Washington, northern Idaho, portions of southern Oregon, Sanders County, Montana, and the City and Borough of Juneau. Integral to their mission is the commitment to enhancing the quality of life through financial contributions and fostering employee philanthropic efforts via a matching gifts program.
The Avista Foundation provides grants that align with broad goals such as enhancing education, supporting vulnerable and limited-income groups, and fostering economic and cultural vitality within the service areas of Avista Utilities and Alaska Electric Light and Power Co. For this specific application cycle, the foundation is focusing on Arts and Culture Proposals, indicating an interest in projects that enrich the cultural landscape and promote community engagement in the arts. This reflects the Foundation's dedication to not only address immediate community needs but also invest in the long-term enrichment of the communities they serve.