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

June 15, 2026 (North region) | June 15, 2026 (East region) | August 15, 2026 (Southwest region) | August 15, 2026 (South Central region)

Maximum request: $25,000; most awards range $3,000–$8,000; one-year grant period.

Flexible, community-driven grants for Idaho nonprofits and public entities addressing evolving local needs across four regional cycles.

--- ## Description The Forever Idaho Regional Grant Program, administered by the Idaho Community Foundation, provides flexible general operating grants to nonprofits and public entities throughout Idaho. The program is designed to address the most pressing and changing needs of Idaho communities, guided by a philosophy of community-driven philanthropy. Funding is distributed through four regional cycles (North, East, Southwest, and South Central), ensuring that grants are responsive to the specific challenges and opportunities within each part of the state. Grants may support a wide range of activities, including operating costs, program expenses, capital improvements, and community projects. --- ## Due Dates - June 15, 2026: North region application deadline - June 15, 2026: East region application deadline - August 15, 2026: Southwest region application deadline - August 15, 2026: South Central region application deadline --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum request per application: $25,000 - Most grants awarded are between $3,000 and $8,000 - Funds may be used for any direct or indirect costs related to organizational activities (including payroll, rent, utilities, supplies, equipment, project costs, capital improvements, or programmatic needs) - One-year grant period --- ## 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 in which they serve residents - Eligible activities span a broad range of impact areas, including: - Arts & Culture - Community Benefit - Educational & Economic Opportunities - Environment & Animal Welfare - Health and Wellness - Housing Stability --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted through the [ICF Grants Portal](https://goapply2.akoyago.com/idahocf) - Select the Forever Idaho grant cycle for your respective region - Applicants should identify the primary county served and describe the geographic reach if serving multiple counties - No final report is required; ICF encourages grantees to share stories, photos, or updates for ongoing learning --- ## Additional Information - Regional Councils, composed of local volunteer leaders, review applications and make funding recommendations - Final grant awards are approved by the ICF Board of Directors - Anticipated award notification: September (North & East cycles) and November (Southwest & South Central cycles) - Grant information may be shared with other potential donors to help match additional funding opportunities --- ## External Links - [Forever Idaho Regional Grant Program Guidelines (PDF)](https://www.idahocf.org/docs/grants/Forever-Idaho-Grant-Guidelines.pdf) - [ICF Grants & Scholarships Page](https://www.idahocf.org/grants-scholarships.php) - [ICF Grants Portal (Apply)](https://goapply2.akoyago.com/idahocf) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |--------------------------|-------------------------------------| | General grant questions | [grants@idahocf.org](mailto:grants@idahocf.org) \| (208) 342-3535 | | Technical assistance | [ApplicantPortal@idahocf.org](mailto:ApplicantPortal@idahocf.org) | | Mailing address | 210 W. State Street, Boise, ID 83702 | ---

Forever Idaho Regional Grant Program

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