Core Points - The Avista Foundation awarded 316,250ingrantsto58nonprofitorganizationsinthefirstquarterof2025tosupporthealthandhumanservicesacrossfivestates:Washington,Idaho,Oregon,Alaska,andMontana[1][2]−Thefoundation′spresidentandCEO,HeatherRosentrater,emphasizedtheimportanceofcommunitypartnersinprovidingessentialsupportforhealthcareandsocialservices[2]−Sinceitsestablishmentin2002,theAvistaFoundationhasgrantedover17 million, focusing on vulnerable populations, education, and economic and cultural vitality [4] Grant Distribution - The grants awarded include notable amounts such as 50,000toPullmanRegionalHospitalFoundation,20,000 to Cancer Can't, and 10,000toFamilyPromiseofSpokaneandProvidenceInlandNorthwestFoundation[2][3]−Atotalof58organizationsreceivedfunding,withamountsrangingfrom750 to $60,000, demonstrating a diverse allocation of resources to various community needs [2][3] - Organizations eligible for funding can apply through the Avista Foundation's website [3]