Supporting People and Communities — Created by the residents of the Columbia Basin, Columbia Basin Trust (CBT) serves the people who live in the Basin and assists communities in addressing their needs by:

• providing resources and funding;
• focusing on local priorities and issues;
• bringing people together around key issues;
• providing useful, credible, accessible information and expertise;
• encouraging collaboration and partnerships;
• seeking ongoing input from Basin residents; and
• investing prudently in Basin power projects, businesses and real estate.

CBT provides funding through a variety of programs, including ones focused on arts, culture and heritage; business advocacy; water and environmental stewardship; scholarships; and community development. In addition, CBT supports regional initiatives such as literacy, climate change adaptation, affordable housing, land conservation and youth leadership and engagement.

Learn more about working with CBT here.