The Festival at Sandpoint is a non-profit organization located in Sandpoint, Idaho, that has served the Inland Northwest for over forty years. By incorporating the surrounding natural beauty of North Idaho, the Festival at Sandpoint is devoted to enriching the local community by providing a wide array of diverse opportunities to engage with arts, music, and culture through performances, experiences, and education in an attempt to promote cultural diversity, community connection, and engagement, and stimulate the economic vitality of the region.

Endowment fund

our education programs

Through a variety of initiatives, including pre-k through high school outreach, a free instrument library, scholarships, internships, and the youth orchestra, the Festival offers no-cost music education opportunities to youth throughout the community. These programs are designed to inspire and educate, offering young people the opportunity to explore their musical interests and develop their skills.

  • In its third year, the no-cost Pre-K Outreach program expanded to three pre-schools, reaching 86 students annually.

  • With over two decades of operation, the free Youth Orchestra is the Festival’s longest-running education program, with 24 students currently enrolled.

  • The Instrument Library, open year-round and free for all ages, features 52 instruments and an extensive variety of accessories.

  • As an extension of the Instrument Library, the Festival has provided 14 trombones in support of the LPOSD sixth-grade band program, granting over 300 students the opportunity to learn and play trombone at no cost.

  • The Festival’s scholarship offerings have grown substantially, now including five annual scholarships with $9,000 in potential awards to Bonner and Boundary County students.

“The Educational Outreach Program from the Festival at Sandpoint is outstanding. It is unique in that very young children are actively engaged in learning about music. We are extremely fortunate to have such an opportunity for our children in Sandpoint, and I am very grateful to have had these lessons at Selkirk School.”

- Sharon Williams, Pre-Kindergarten & Kindergarten Teacher

our future

As the Festival at Sandpoint grows, our paramount goal is securing a permanent venue, critical for ensuring the organization’s thriving future. The Festival at Sandpoint Endowment Fund stands as a cornerstone in securing our future, enabling us to continue to deliver exceptional performances that enrich the cultural rhythm of our community. This endowment is key in maintaining the continuity of our celebrated events and sets the stage for long-term impact. The enduring financial support it provides plays a pivotal role in fostering accessible music education opportunities and accessible performances within our community, leaving a lasting legacy for generations to come.

"As we look ahead, securing our own permanent venue is more than just a goal—it's about laying down roots in a place we can call home, where the magic of music can thrive and grow. This step is crucial, not just for the stability it brings but for the limitless possibilities it opens up for our community and for the Festival at Sandpoint. We're all in this together, and I'm eager about the future we're building for our organization."

- Ali Baranski, Executive Director at the Festival at Sandpoint

How to donate

Legacy giving

Make a lasting impact and support the Festival at Sandpoint nonprofit and its mission for generations. Charitable gift planning is a simple and impactful way to ensure the transfer of your wealth remains local. Ask your professional or tax advisor which of the following methods are best for your situation.

  • A charitable gift designating a percentage or a specific dollar amount of your estate. This type of gift is flexible and revocable.

  • A charitable gift using the beneficiary designation of your IRA, 401(k), other retirement plan, or life insurance policy. This type of gift may avoid estate and income taxation on assets accumulated tax-free during your lifetime.

  • A tax-efficient way for individuals aged 70 ½ or older to donate directly from their IRA to eligible charities, reducing taxable income and fulfilling required minimum distributions.

  • The charitable gift of real estate supports your charitable interests for years to come by supporting the future of the Festival at Sandpoint. The gift of real estate may qualify for a federal income tax charity deduction, eliminating taxable gains tax. Additional benefits - you no longer have to deal with maintenance costs, taxes, insurance, or the hassle of selling the property.

Faqs

  • An endowment is a fund that is invested to provide long-term support for a particular nonprofit organization or cause in perpetuity. A portion of the fund is made available annually, while the remaining assets are retained in the fund to provide for growth over time.

    • Mail a check to the Festival at Sandpoint.

      • If you are interested in mailing a check, we recommend, please calling the office at (208) 265-4554

    • Donate directly online on the Innovia Foundation Website

    • Your donation to the Festival at Sandpoint Endowment Fund qualifies for potential tax deductions.

    • Questions about making a contribution? Please call the office at (208) 265-4554

  • No. Contributions to the Endowment Fund are specially allocated to the future success and longevity of the Festival at Sandpoint and do not qualify for any performance tickets or sponsor benefits.

  • Rest assured, you will sleep well tonight knowing that you and generations to come will be able to enjoy the Festival at Sandpoint.

    • Recognition on Festival at Sandpoint website

    • Recognition on Summer Series digital program

    • Potential tax deductions

    Please note that donations to the Endowment Fund are not equivalent to Summer Series Sponsorships, and will not receive tickets or other Sponsorship benefits that are not explicitly listed above or included in the exclusive offer below.

  • Please contact your financial advisor or tax professional to determine the best gift-giving option for you.

    The Innovia Foundation supports professional advisors and individuals with giving plans. To contact their Gift Planning team, email giftplanning@innovia.org or call 509-624-2606.

If you are interested in mailing a check, we recommend calling the office at (208) 265-4554.