Where Care Creates Change

The John J. Hemmingson Foundation builds resilient communities by supporting local organizations that address poverty, education, medical research, animal welfare, and more in the Inland Northwest.

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John J. Hemmingson has a long history of giving back to the Inland Northwest & beyond.

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From his very first venture, philanthropy has always been a huge part of John’s life and is ingrained in the culture of the companies he founded. Our foundation is the conduit for John’s personal mission to give back, supporting causes that remain true to his mission to build resilient communities and support families throughout the region.

Our Purpose

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Our Areas of Focus

Education & Youth Development
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“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.”

~ Nelson Mandela

Health &
Medical
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“If we don’t stand for children, we don’t stand for much.”

~ Marian Wright Edelman

Fighting
Poverty
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“The poverty of being unwanted, unloved and uncared for is the greatest poverty. We must start in our own homes to remedy this kind of poverty.”

~ Mother Teresa, Missionary and Saint.

Animal
Welfare
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“Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars, to change the world.”

~ Harriet Tubman

The John J. Hemmingson Center & Supporting Gonzaga University

John J. Hemmingson is on the Board of Trustees for Gonzaga University and supports many initiatives and projects at the University. John believes in Gonzaga’s mission to foster commitment to dignity of the human person, social justice, diversity, intercultural competence, global engagement, solidarity with the poor and vulnerable, and care for the planet.

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Major projects he has given to at Gonzaga include:

  • The John J. Hemmingson Center student center
  • The Jack H. Hemmingson Finance Lab in the College of Business
  • John J. Hemmingson Chair for Civil Liberties in the School of Law
  • Opportunity NorthEast, a Gonzaga initiative dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals, youth, and families in Northeast Spokane

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Holiday Giving Across Lakeside Companies: A Season of Community Impact

 Holiday Giving Across Lakeside Companies: A Season of Community Impact 1328 1280 John J. Hemmingson Foundation

This holiday season, Lakeside Companies’ entities came together to support families across Idaho and Washington, reflecting the organization’s long-standing commitment to community care established by founder John J. Hemmingson. Architerra…

Supporting University of Idaho’s Joint ROTC and Military & Veteran Assistance Center Project

 Supporting University of Idaho’s Joint ROTC and Military & Veteran Assistance Center Project 2560 1440 John J. Hemmingson Foundation

Recently the John J. Hemmingson foundation pledged $250,000 in support of the University of Idaho’s transformation of historic Targhee Hall into the new home for the University of Idaho’s ROTC programs and the General James Amos Veterans Center. 

John J. Hemmingson Honored as ‘Person of Influence’ by the Spokane Journal of Business

 John J. Hemmingson Honored as ‘Person of Influence’ by the Spokane Journal of Business 550 550 John J. Hemmingson Foundation

The Spokane Journal of Business recently announced honorees for the ‘24 People of Influence in 2024.’ John J. Hemmingson, our founder and the CEO of Lakeside Companies, has been selected.…

Camp Journey and the Sweetheart’s Ball

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Fighting cancer is a battle that requires phenomenal strength. Often, “fun” is a concept that can be neglected during an arduous battle with illness, especially for the most vulnerable: children.…

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