[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; typical awards: $3,000–$8,000; one-year grant period.

Flexible, regionally distributed grants supporting Idaho nonprofits and community needs across four regions.

--- ## Description The Forever Idaho Regional Grant Program, offered by the Idaho Community Foundation, provides general operating and project support grants to nonprofits and public entities across Idaho. Funded by donor generosity, this program aims to address the evolving needs of Idaho communities through a regionally distributed, community-driven approach. Grants are awarded as "greatest need" funding in four regional cycles (North, East, Southwest, and South Central), allowing resources to be directed where they are needed most. Funds may be used for a broad range of organizational expenses, including payroll, rent, program costs, capital improvements, and more. --- ## 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 All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates. --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum request per application: $25,000 - Most grants awarded range from $3,000 to $8,000 - Grants are for a one-year period - No final report required, but grantees are encouraged to share stories or updates --- ## Eligibility - Open to 501(c)(3) nonprofit public charities under IRS Code Section 170 - Governmental entities, including public schools, are eligible - Applicants must apply for the region in which their office is located and/or any region where they serve residents - Primary impact areas include: - Arts & Culture - Community Benefit - Educational & Economic Opportunities - Environment & Animal Welfare - Health and Wellness - Housing Stability --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted through the [ICF online portal](https://goapply2.akoyago.com/idahocf) - Select the Forever Idaho grant cycle for your respective region - Applicants should identify their primary county of impact and describe their greatest needs - No final grant report required; instead, grantees may share stories, photos, or updates --- ## Additional Information - Applications are reviewed by volunteer Regional Councils with local expertise - Final grant decisions are approved by the ICF Board of Directors - Award notifications: - North & East regions: September - Southwest & South Central regions: November --- ## External Links - [Forever Idaho Regional 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) - [ICF Grants Portal (Application)](https://goapply2.akoyago.com/idahocf) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |---------------------------------|--------------------------------------------| | General inquiries | [grants@idahocf.org](mailto:grants@idahocf.org) | | Technical assistance (portal) | [ApplicantPortal@idahocf.org](mailto:ApplicantPortal@idahocf.org) | | Phone | 208-342-3535 | | Contact page | [ICF Contact Page](https://www.idahocf.org/contact.php) |

Forever Idaho Regional Grant Program

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