Say Yes to Education – Expanding Community Support for Students in Riverside SPOKANE, WA, September 2021 — A conversation about community perceptions and priorities around education – and a chance for residents to share a meal – will be the focus of a forum in Riverside High School’s Multi-Purpose Room in Chattaroy WA, on October […]
Press Release Data Walk Riverside Read More »
Innovia Foundation announces the launch of the Kootenai Forever Fund that will benefit all of Kootenai County. Inspired by the idea of a permanent endowment to meet the greatest needs of Kootenai County for generations to come, the Kootenai County Leadership Council members launched this fund with a $5,000 matching gift challenge from Jan and
Kootenai County Leadership Council Launches the Kootenai Forever Fund Read More »
The Vision: Generation Alive is one of Spokane’s hidden gems, or as CEO JJ Vancil likes to say, it is “Spokane’s best-kept secret.” The mission of Generation Alive (GA) is to empower youth to compassionately engage the needs of the community through action and service. However, the heart of what they do is teaching kids to care and giving them the tools
Activating Compassion: Generation Alive Read More »
Innovia Foundation Elects New Board Members & Officers SPOKANE, WA, August 2021 – Innovia Foundation is excited to announce a slate of new Board officers, as well as two new members. The officers for fiscal year 2022 (July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2022) are: President: Geraldine Lewis – Bonner CountyAdministrator, St. Joseph Church Vice
New Board Members & Officers Read More »
Innovia Foundation Awards More Than $314,000 in Scholarships SPOKANE, WA, July 2021 — Innovia Foundation recently awarded more than $314,000 in scholarships to 124 students throughout Eastern Washington and NorthIdaho for the 2021-2022 school year. The Foundation manages over 30 scholarship programs on behalf of donors who have established funds to support access to higher
Scholarships 2021-2022 Read More »
In response to rising COVID-19 case counts in our region, and to be respectful of the work of our regional hospitals and medical personnel, the decision has been made to postpone the 2021 Annual Reception. We are immensely grateful for your partnership and generosity and apologize for any inconvenience caused by the postponement of this
2021 Annual Reception: Postponed Read More »
Innovia Foundation is currently hiring for the following positions: CORE-TEAM PROGRAM ASSOCIATE Please send cover letter and resume to Lauren Autrey, CFO by mail or email (lautrey@innovia.org). Applicant review will begin Friday, July 23, 2021. Positions will remain open until filled. Innovia Foundation Fellow 2022 Please send cover letter and resume to Aaron McMurray, Chief
Career Opportunities at Innovia Foundation Read More »
Among many wonderful submissions to Innovia Foundation’s 2021 Second Annual Photo Contest Reimagining Our Communities, this endearing photograph captured the awe and admiration of our review committee and staff members and was awarded first-place overall. While the parent loon’s doting service to the adorable chicks slumbering upon its back tells a heartwarming story, the extraordinary chance of capturing this image and the
A Wildlife Photographer’s Passion and Engagement Inspires Read More »
No chess player can ever predict the end of a game, no matter how good a player they are. Bob Benson, who won the U.S. Open Seniors Top Class in chess in 1992, may not have known his last move, but the generous $4 million legacy he and his wife, Nancy created will have a positive impact for
Leaving a Legacy: Robert & Nancy Benson Fund Read More »
We love to highlight the beauty, resiliency and generosity of our region. With over 60 submissions to our 2021 Second Annual Photo Contest Reimagining Our Communities, we thank each of our participants for showing us the people, landscapes and wildlife that inspired them this year. It is with gratitude that we announce the winning photographs, each
Reimagining Our Communities Photo Contest Winner Showcase Read More »
