Thank you for joining us in celebrating 50 transformational years of community impact across Eastern Washington and North Idaho. As your community foundation, we proudly sponsored over 40 events in every county of our region to celebrate our past, present and future together.
We will host our inaugural Longest Table at Coeur d'Alene City Park, bringing together community members, program participants, partners, and supporters for a shared meal that fosters meaningful conversation and connection. The event will celebrate community, strengthen relationships, and create a welcoming space for families and neighbors to gather. RSVP for our Coeur d'Alene Longest […]
We will host a Longest Table community dinner at Pioneer Park, bringing together local schools, community organizations, and families to strengthen relationships and celebrate community collaboration. The event will feature one continuous community table, interactive activities, and opportunities to learn about local organizations while honoring America's 250th anniversary. This event is organized by a community […]
We will host Sandpoint High School Stronger Together as our annual First Friday kickoff event, bringing together students and staff to foster belonging, school pride, and meaningful connections. The event will feature a shared meal, conversation activities, a collaborative art project, and a carnival-style celebration designed to strengthen school culture and build lasting relationships. This […]
Serving a 20-county region and six Native American tribes, we are the community foundation for Eastern Washington and North Idaho.
1974-2023
The groundwork for the Foundation was laid in 1974 as Spokane was preparing to host the World’s Fair. A group of concerned citizens inspired by the change that was mobilized by the World’s Fair, united around the need for a foundation that could focus on continued community revitalization. That year, the Junior League of Spokane founded the Greater Spokane Community Foundation, a new entity that replaced the original Spokane Foundation, which had been established in 1915 with a single trust.
In the 1970s and 1980s, the Foundation’s understanding of “community” grew, and began to reach beyond the Spokane area. Recognizing that people with common interests and concerns know best how to meet local needs, the Foundation’s service region expanded to include 10 counties in Eastern Washington, 10 counties in North Idaho and 6 tribal communities.
In 2018, the Foundation rebranded from the Inland Northwest Community Foundation (INWCF) to Innovia Foundation to reflect the innovative impact that the Foundation creates by building connections with donors, communities, volunteers and partners across the region.
