Experience
PRIEST RIVER
Community Resources
Our community has so many amazing local nonprofit organizations dedicated to supporting our community in countless ways. Whether you're seeking help with food and housing, looking for educational programs, interested in environmental conservation, or in need of animal shelter services, our community has a wealth of resources ready to assist. Explore the many organizations in Priest River and the surrounding area that are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of our residents. We're here to connect you with the support and services you need.
Priest River Community Foundation
Phone: 208-304-4600
Address: PO Box 1932, Priest River ID
Community Enrichment offers grants for educational enhancement, history preservation, and local projects, while also sponsoring Christmas on Main Street. They fund Dolly Parton books for eligible WBCSD residents.
WIC
Women, Infants, & Children
Phone: 208-415-5129
Address: 552 High Street, Priest River ID
WIC provides nutritional assistance, education, and helpful referrals to community resourses for Idaho residents who are expecting, breastfeeding, or have kids under the age of 5 that are struggling with lower income.
Priest River Lions Club
Phone: 208-304-4600
Address: PO Box 1932, Priest River ID
The Lions Club mission is to empower Lions clubs and partners to improve health, strengthen communities, and support those in need through global humanitarian services and grants. Local meetings are held at the Senior Center in Priest River, ID.
Odd Fellows
Phone: 208-448-2395
Address: 111 Main St. Priest River ID
As an organizatgion, the Independent Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF) aims to provide a frame work that promotes personal and social development. We're a non-political and non-sectrarian internatinal order of Odd Fellowship. The command of the IOOF is to " Visit the sick, relieve the distressed, bury the dead and the educate the orphan."
Bonner Homeless Transitions
Phone: 208-265-2952
Address: 330 S Florence Ave., Sandpoint ID
Bonner Homeless Transitions, established in 1991 as the Bonner County Homeless Task Force, has been assisting the community since 1994 through its transitional housing program. They offer support services like case management, crisis intervention, and transportation assistance, along with resources for budgeting, parenting, and employment. Families also receive access to food, clothing, medical services, and fully furnished accommodations to help them achieve stability.
Priest River Animal Rescue
Phone: 208-448-0699
Address: 5538 US-2, Priest River, ID 83856
We are a non-profit 501(c)(3) animal rescue (neither state or government funded). We rely soley on donations and profits raised from our thrift store to support of our cause of protecting and providing adoption services for homeless, stray, and unwanted animals.
Priest River Advocates for Women
Phone:208-448-2800
Address: 6501 US -2 Priest River, ID
Priest River Ministries Advocates for Women is a faith-based nonprofit supporting families in crisis since 2002. They offer confidential services focused on women and children affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, and trafficking. Services include a 24/7 crisis line, emergency shelter, assistance with civil protection orders, a weekly support group, a free clothing center, emergency food and supplies, and a computer lab.
Kanisku Community Health
Phone: 208-448-2321
Address: 6509 Hwy 2, Priest River ID
Kaniksu Health Services, a Federally Qualified Community Health Center, offers quality, affordable, and accessible healthcare for all. Since opening in 2022, they have provided compassionate care to patients, treating them like family. Services are available to everyone, including uninsured individuals, migrant and seasonal farmworkers, rural residents, and the homeless. They accept most insurance plans, including Medicaid and Medicare.
Priest Community Forest Connection
Phone: 208-661-2073
Address: 50 Main St. STE 101, Priest River ID
The Priest Community Forest Connection recognizes and implements community-based solutions to interdependent social, ecological, and economic issues.
The PCFC has three action goals:
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To promote community education and collaborative processes concerning local forest issues.
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To ensure forest and ecosystem health through private and agency-based forest restoration opportunities.
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To help provide for a sustainable forest resource-based economy within the local region.
Bear Paw Ministries
Phone: 509-447-3900
Address: 581 Bear Paw Drive, Newport Wa
Bear Paw Camp is a nonprofit dedicated to providing a safe and enriching environment for kids to grow spiritually, relationally, and personally. The camp offers 196 beds across lodges and cabins, RV sites, a commercial kitchen, dining facilities, and recreational spaces. Activities include a ropes course, swimming pool, waterfront access on the Pend Oreille River, and various sports. Bear Paw operates year-round with winterized facilities, catering to summer camps, youth winter camps, and retreats for men, women, and families.
Innovia Foundation
Phone: 509-624-2606
Address: 818 West Riverside Ave. Spokane, WA
As the community foundation for Eastern Washington and North Idaho, we envision vibrant and sustainable communities, where every person has the opportunities to thrive. We work with donors to invest in long-term solutions, supporting opportunities that make our region vibrant and healthy!
NIBCA
Phone: 208-765-5518
Address: NA
The North Idaho Building Contractors Association, Inc. is a non-profit trade association dedicated to protecting and promoting the building industry for the benefit of its members and the citizens of North Idaho.
The Association strives to continue its role as an industry leader in governmental issues and community service.