[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 grants range $3,000–$8,000; one-year funding period.

Flexible, community-driven grants supporting the evolving needs of Idaho nonprofits and public entities across four regional cycles.

--- ## Description The Forever Idaho Regional Grant Program, managed by the Idaho Community Foundation (ICF), provides flexible, general operating support to address the most pressing and evolving needs of Idaho communities. Grants are distributed annually through four regional cycles—North, East, Southwest, and South Central—allowing local organizations to apply for funding that best serves their geographic area. The program is rooted in community-driven philanthropy, connecting donors with local needs and empowering nonprofits and public entities to use funds for direct or indirect costs, including operations, programs, capital improvements, and more. There are no final report requirements; instead, ICF encourages grantees to share stories or updates about the impact of their work. --- ## Due Dates - June 15, 2026: North region application deadline (annual cycle) - June 15, 2026: East region application deadline (annual cycle) - August 15, 2026: Southwest region application deadline (annual cycle) - August 15, 2026: South Central region application deadline (annual cycle) --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum request per application: $25,000 - Most grants are awarded in the $3,000–$8,000 range - Funding is for a one-year period - Grants are for general operating support or project-specific needs --- ## Eligibility - Open to 501(c)(3) nonprofit public charities (IRS Code Section 170) - Governmental entities, including public schools, are eligible - Applicants must operate in or serve residents of the specific region/county for which they are applying - Organizations may apply for the region where their main office is located and/or any region where they serve residents - Impact areas supported include: - Arts & Culture - Community Benefit & Development - Educational & Economic Opportunities - Environment & Animal Welfare - Health & Wellness - Housing Stability --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted via the [ICF Grants Portal](https://goapply2.akoyago.com/idahocf) - Select the Forever Idaho grant cycle for your respective region - Applicants will be asked to provide: - Organizational details and financials (see FAQ in guidelines) - Description of needs and impact area - Primary county served (especially if serving multiple counties) - No final report is required, but ICF welcomes stories or updates about the impact of the grant --- ## Additional Information - Final award decisions are made by the ICF Board of Directors based on recommendations from Regional Councils composed of local community leaders - Anticipated award notification dates: - North & East regions: September - Southwest & South Central regions: November - The program is designed to be responsive and flexible, supporting a wide range of community needs --- ## External Links - [Forever Idaho Regional Grant Program Overview & 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 Grants Inquiries| [grants@idahocf.org](mailto:grants@idahocf.org) | | Technical Assistance | [ApplicantPortal@idahocf.org](mailto:ApplicantPortal@idahocf.org) | | Phone | 208-342-3535 | | Contact Form | [ICF Contact Page](https://www.idahocf.org/contact.php) |

Forever Idaho Regional Grant Program

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