[Idaho Community Foundation](https://www.idahocf.org)

June 15, 2026: Northern region | June 15, 2026: Eastern region | August 15, 2026: Southwestern region | August 15, 2026: South Central region

Up to $25,000 per request; most awards range from $3,000–$8,000; general operating support.

Flexible, donor-supported grants for Idaho nonprofits and communities, awarded in four regional cycles to address evolving local needs.

--- ## Description The Forever Idaho Regional Grant Program, administered by the Idaho Community Foundation, provides flexible grant funding to nonprofits and communities across Idaho. Supported by donor contributions, this program is designed to meet the greatest needs within Idaho’s diverse regions, awarding general operating grants in four regional cycles (Northern, Eastern, Southwestern, and South Central). Funds may be used for a wide range of purposes, including direct and indirect costs, programmatic needs, capital improvements, and more. The program emphasizes community-driven philanthropy and is rooted in trust-based grantmaking, with no final report required. --- ## Due Dates - June 15, 2026: Northern region (Benewah, Bonner, Boundary, Clearwater, Idaho, Kootenai, Latah, Lewis, Nez Perce, Shoshone) - June 15, 2026: Eastern region (Bannock, Bear Lake, Bingham, Bonneville, Butte, Caribou, Clark, Custer, Franklin, Fremont, Jefferson, Lemhi, Madison, Oneida, Power, Teton) - August 15, 2026: Southwestern region (Ada, Adams, Boise, Canyon, Gem, Owyhee, Payette, Valley, Washington) - August 15, 2026: South Central region (Blaine, Camas, Cassia, Elmore, Gooding, Jerome, Lincoln, Minidoka, Twin Falls) --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum request: $25,000 per proposal - Most awards range from $3,000 to $8,000 - General operating grants; funds may be used for direct or indirect costs, including payroll, rent, supplies, equipment, capital improvements, and programmatic needs --- ## Eligibility - 501(c)(3) nonprofit public charities under IRS Code Section 170 - Governmental entities, including public schools - Applicants must apply for the region in which their office is located and/or any region where they serve residents - Impact areas include: Arts & Culture, Community Benefit, Educational & Economic Opportunities, Environment & Animal Welfare, Health and Wellness, and Housing Stability --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted through the [Idaho Community Foundation online portal](https://goapply2.akoyago.com/idahocf) - Select the Forever Idaho grant cycle for your respective region - Applicants will need to provide organizational and project details, annual budget, and information on the number of individuals served - No final report is required; however, the foundation welcomes stories, photos, or updates --- ## Additional Information - Regional Councils comprised of local community members review applications and make funding recommendations - Final awards are approved by the Idaho Community Foundation Board of Directors - If your organization works in multiple counties, choose the county where the majority of beneficiaries are located as the “Primary” county in your application --- ## External Links - [Forever Idaho Grant Program Guidelines (PDF)](https://www.idahocf.org/docs/grants/Forever-Idaho-Grant-Guidelines.pdf) - [Idaho Community Foundation Grants & Scholarships Page](https://www.idahocf.org/grants-scholarships.php) - [Application Portal](https://goapply2.akoyago.com/idahocf) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |-----------------|--------------------------------------------------| | General Email | [grants@idahocf.org](mailto:grants@idahocf.org) | | Technical Help | [ApplicantPortal@idahocf.org](mailto:ApplicantPortal@idahocf.org) | | Phone | 208-342-3535 | | Contact Page | [Contact ICF](https://www.idahocf.org/contact.php) |

Forever Idaho Regional Grant Program

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