[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)

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

Supports Idaho nonprofits and public entities with flexible, community-driven grants to address local needs across four regional cycles.

--- ## Description The Forever Idaho Regional Grant Program, administered by the Idaho Community Foundation, provides general operating support and project funding to nonprofits and public entities across Idaho. The program is designed to address the evolving needs of communities by distributing donor-funded grants in four regional cycles—Northern, Eastern, Southwestern, and South Central Idaho. Grants are awarded based on community-driven priorities, with a focus on flexibility and maximum local impact. --- ## Due Dates - **Northern Region (Benewah, Bonner, Boundary, Clearwater, Idaho, Kootenai, Latah, Lewis, Nez Perce, Shoshone counties):** June 15, 2026 - **Eastern Region (Bannock, Bear Lake, Bingham, Bonneville, Butte, Caribou, Clark, Custer, Franklin, Fremont, Jefferson, Lemhi, Madison, Oneida, Power, Teton counties):** June 15, 2026 - **Southwestern Region (Ada, Adams, Boise, Canyon, Gem, Owyhee, Payette, Valley, Washington counties):** August 15, 2026 - **South Central Region (Blaine, Camas, Cassia, Elmore, Gooding, Jerome, Lincoln, Minidoka, Twin Falls counties):** August 15, 2026 --- ## Funding Amount - **Maximum request:** $25,000 - **Typical award range:** $3,000–$8,000 - **Grant duration:** One year - **Use of funds:** General operating, project costs, capital improvements, payroll, rent, utilities, supplies, equipment, and programmatic needs --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible applicants:** - 501(c)(3) nonprofit public charities under IRS Code Section 170 - Governmental entities, including public schools - **Geographic restriction:** Must apply for the region where the organization is based or where services will be delivered - **Impact areas include:** - Arts & Culture - Community Benefit - Educational & Economic Opportunities - Environment & Animal Welfare - Health and Wellness - Housing Stability --- ## Application Process - **How to apply:** - Log in to the [ICF grants portal](https://goapply2.akoyago.com/idahocf/Identity/Account/Login?ReturnUrl=%2Fidahocf) - Select the Forever Idaho grant cycle for your respective region - **Required information:** - Annual budget (specifics depend on organization type) - Number of individuals served - Primary county served (if serving multiple counties, explain in application) - **Review process:** - Applications are reviewed by regional volunteer councils who recommend awards to the ICF Board of Directors - **Reporting:** - No final report required; ICF welcomes stories, photos, or updates instead of formal reports --- ## Additional Information - **Notification:** - North & East regions: September - Southwest & South Central regions: November - **Applicants may apply for multiple regions if serving residents in those areas** - **Some funds may be restricted to specific counties—select the primary county accordingly** --- ## External Links - [Program Guidelines (PDF)](https://www.idahocf.org/docs/grants/Forever-Idaho-Grant-Guidelines.pdf) - [Forever Idaho Regional Grant Program Information](https://www.idahocf.org/grants-scholarships.php#tab-forever-idaho) - [ICF Grants Portal (Apply)](https://goapply2.akoyago.com/idahocf/Identity/Account/Login?ReturnUrl=%2Fidahocf) - [Idaho Community Foundation Home](https://www.idahocf.org) --- ## 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) | | Foundation info | [Contact page](https://www.idahocf.org/contact.php) |

Forever Idaho Regional Grant Program

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