Where trees grow, communities thrive 🌱 Thanks to Avista Named Communities Investment Fund (NCIF) support, City of Spokane Parks and Recreation team now uses special mapping software to show where to plant trees in the places communities need them most. This data-driven approach ensures new plantings deliver maximum benefits—from reducing energy costs to improving air quality and creating healthier outdoor spaces. The project involves city staff, partners and community volunteers all working together to build greener neighborhoods, bringing nature's cooling and other benefits right to Spokane residents' doorsteps! Serving historically overlooked communities in Eastern Washington? See how NCIF could support your organization's vision for a stronger community using the link in our bio.