SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. — A generous donation from First Interstate Bank has restored hope at the Boys and Girls Clubs of Spokane County after a devastating burglary threatened to disrupt summer programming for local youth.
The $12,500 gift arrived nearly two weeks after a thief struck the North-Town club, stealing over 40 tablets and causing extensive property damage. The break-in initially left the nonprofit facing losses of up to $25,000. With First Interstate Bank’s contribution, the club has now fully recovered financially from the incident.
The donation came as a complete surprise to club staff, who believed they were simply meeting with bank representatives for a routine site visit. Instead, they were presented with a check that will immediately be used to replace stolen technology and repair damage from the break-in.
Angelique Rusk, campaign director for the Boys and Girls Clubs of Spokane County, expressed the organization’s gratitude for the unexpected support.
“This was a fantastic surprise. It wasn’t what we expected, and again, we’re just so thrilled at First Interstate Bank and the community for stepping up. This was a really really good surprise today,” Rusk said.
“We have the ability with First Interstate Bank to make decisions locally when it comes to our philanthropy, and we said we’re going to do something to make this easier,” said Cameronne Mosher, Washington president of First Interstate Bank. “We’re going to do something to get them back up and running. We’re close to summer, those kids are going to be out of school and needing these activities, and we wanted to write the check and make a difference.”
The burglary struck a chord with bank leadership, prompting them to act quickly. The timing proved critical, as the club needed to ensure uninterrupted summer programming for the children who depend on the facility daily.
For the Boys and Girls Clubs of Spokane County, the donation allows staff to refocus on their core mission: serving the youth in the community. The financial recovery eliminates the uncertainty that followed the break-in and ensures that summer activities can continue without interruption.
First Interstate Bank emphasized that supporting youth programs like the Boys and Girls Club represents an investment in the future generation, particularly during a time when many local families rely on such organizations to provide safe, enriching environments for their children during school breaks.
The club plans to use the funds to replace the stolen tablets and repair all damage caused by the burglary, allowing the organization to move forward and continue its vital work in the community.
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