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August 2020
inside... CO M M U N I T Y Giving back
hen the year 2020 began, many thought it would be a year of change, growth and new beginnings. It was the start of a new decade—leaving many hopeful for a brighter tomorrow.
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This is what makes the cooperative philosophy so special. Neighbors helping neighbors and community support is at the heart of what it means to be part of a cooperative.
As we all know, 2020 did in fact turn out to be a year of change. Unfortunately, instead of fresh starts and hopefulness, we have been left with fear, uncertainty and bitterness.
While a great deal of support has been so graciously given, we still have a long way to go before we all have recovered physically, emotionally and financially from this pandemic. COVID-19 has certainly taken its toll on everyone around the world and it will be some time before it is officially behind us.
Yet even in all the negativity and constant arguing, Inland Power members lit the way and showed kindness, empathy and support. Because of the economic shut down due to COVID-19, many people lost their jobs and have been left with very little or nothing at all. This is where Inland Power members stepped up the plate. The Inland Power Community Foundation, which is governed by a volunteer committee made up of cooperative members, set up an energy assistance fund for members who are unable to pay their bill due to hard times brought on by the pandemic. Inland Power also tripled its normal donation to the Spokane Neighborhood Action Partners (SNAP) to aid in energy assistance. Furthermore, Inland Power members reached into their own pockets and donated $5,000 to help their fellow members in need.
Our member services team are committed to working with all of our members who have fallen on hard times to set up payment plans and connect folks with energy assistance programs. If you need assistance with your energy bill, please call our office at (509) 789-4277 and speak with one of your member service representatives. If you are able and would like to give to the Community Foundation, you can select one of the giving options on your monthly electric bill. All donations given by our members are guaranteed to be exclusively distributed to Inland Power members. We are so proud of our members and we sincerely thank you for your contributions. At Inland Power, our mission is our members, and our members have proven that we are all in this together and we will come out of this pandemic stronger and brighter than ever before.
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Inland Power congratulates this year’s scholarship recipients! T his year has not been the easiest. It seems as though there is bad news around every corner. We are thrilled to report some happy news to brighten your day.
Each year, Inland Power awards 15 - $1,000 scholarships. Students may apply this scholarship to further education at a community college, university or trade school.
We at Inland Power and Light believe this year’s recipients of the Inland Power scholarship have both intelligence and character and are on their way to making our world a brighter place. These young people have excelled both academically and as philanthropists in our communities.
In the past, recipients were selected by a scholarship committee made up of volunteer members of Inland Power. While the committee is still comprised of Inland Power volunteers, the committee is now made up of the Inland Power Community Foundation committee. Students were evaluated on grades, essay, personal profile and letters of recommendation. For their essay, students were able to choose from six different topics ranging from the
Since 1992, Inland Power has proudly helped fund our top youth in their quest for higher education.
economy and technology, to current events and their specific career choice. The selection process was not an easy one, with nearly 70 highly qualified applicants. The futures of all of our applicants are indeed bright.
Inland Power applauds success and we know these students are on their way to successful careers and lives. We are proud of them and can’t wait to see what they accomplish in their respective new chapters. Scholarship recipient photos listed inside