Strengthening the economic climate in the communities within our service territory is good for our customers and good for Avista. We are active participants in the partnerships and networks that support civic and business enterprises -- from leveraging our technical and human resources for the development of education and health care programs to creating innovative opportunities to enhance community vitality.
Connecting Rural Areas with the World
When community members partner together for a good cause, great things happen. In 2010 Avista partnered with other members of the North Central Idaho Telecommunication Consortium to help leverage funds for a project that will enhance and expand broadband connectivity for five rural counties in North Central Idaho. Healthcare facilities, emergency response agencies, libraries, schools, government offices, and institutions serving the Nez Perce Tribe will benefit from the information superhighway thanks in large part to community partnerships and collaboration. Avista is committed to building close relationships with our communities and aspires to raise the quality of life wherever we conduct business. Participating in a project that boosts economic growth, creates jobs, and improves education and healthcare is a rewarding venture. The collective voice is a powerful and inspiring tool.
Representative Grants
| Applied Sciences Laboratory, Spokane, WA |
$18,000 |
| Armed Forces and Aerospace Museum, Spokane WA |
$10,000 |
| Clearwater Economic Development Association – Rural broadband, North Central Idaho |
$5,000
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| Impact Capital, Spokane, WA - International District banners |
$3,500 |
| Moscow ID Chamber Foundation – Capital improvement project |
$2,500
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| ValleyFest, Spokane Valley WA |
$750 |
| AHANA, diversity business development, Spokane, WA |
$500 |
| Avery ID Citizens Commission - Centennial celebration |
$400
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| Othello, WA Centennial Celebration |
$295
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| Animal Care Shelter, Thompson River, MT |
$240 |
| Colville, WA – Rendezvous community celebration |
$200 |