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's grant program is dedicated to supporting non-profit organizations working on projects that align with their key focus areas: education, vulnerable and limited-income populations, and the enhancement of economic and cultural vitality in their service regions. This particular grant cycle is aimed at Health and Human Service Proposals that aim to assist those on limited incomes and initiatives focused on poverty reduction.