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

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

Most grants range from $3,000–$8,000; maximum request is $25,000; annual cycles by region.

Provides flexible, community-driven funding to Idaho nonprofits and public entities to address evolving local needs in four regional cycles.

--- ## Description The Forever Idaho Regional Grant Program, administered by the Idaho Community Foundation, offers general operating support grants to nonprofit organizations and public entities serving Idaho communities. The program is designed to address the most pressing and evolving needs across the state, distributing funds through four distinct regional cycles: North, East, Southwest, and South Central. Grants are made possible by donors who value adaptability and community-driven philanthropy, ensuring that funding remains responsive to changing circumstances and local priorities. The program provides flexible funding that can be used for a wide range of purposes, including payroll, rent, utilities, supplies, capital improvements, project costs, and other programmatic or operational needs. There is a strong emphasis on trust-based philanthropy, with minimal reporting requirements and a focus on supporting organizations in the ways they determine are most impactful for their communities. --- ## Due Dates - June 15, 2026: Northern region application deadline (North cycle) - June 15, 2026: Eastern region application deadline (East cycle) - August 15, 2026: Southwestern region application deadline (Southwest cycle) - August 15, 2026: South Central region application deadline (South Central cycle) --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum request per application: $25,000 - Most grants awarded range from $3,000 to $8,000 - Funding is distributed annually in each region - Award notification: September (North & East), November (Southwest & South Central) --- ## Eligibility - 501(c)(3) nonprofit public charities under IRS Code Section 170 - Governmental entities, including public schools - Applicants must serve residents in the region for which they are applying; organizations may apply for the region where their office is located and/or any region where they serve residents - Eligible counties by region: - **North:** Benewah, Bonner, Boundary, Clearwater, Idaho, Kootenai, Latah, Lewis, Nez Perce, Shoshone - **East:** Bannock, Bear Lake, Bingham, Bonneville, Butte, Caribou, Clark, Custer, Franklin, Fremont, Jefferson, Lemhi, Madison, Oneida, Power, Teton - **Southwest:** Ada, Adams, Boise, Canyon, Gem, Owyhee, Payette, Valley, Washington - **South Central:** Blaine, Camas, Cassia, Elmore, Gooding, Jerome, Lincoln, Minidoka, Twin Falls --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted online via the [ICF Grants Portal](https://goapply2.akoyago.com/idahocf) - Select the appropriate Forever Idaho grant cycle for your region - Applicants must identify the primary county served; if work spans multiple counties, describe in the application narrative - No final report required; grantees are encouraged to share stories, photos, or updates instead --- ## Additional Information - Funds can be used for both direct and indirect costs, including general operating expenses - Impact areas include: Arts & Culture, Community Benefit, Educational & Economic Opportunities, Environment & Animal Welfare, Health and Wellness, and Housing Stability - Regional Councils comprised of local volunteer leaders review applications and make recommendations; final decisions are made by the ICF Board of Directors --- ## External Links - [Forever Idaho Grant Guidelines (PDF)](https://www.idahocf.org/docs/grants/Forever-Idaho-Grant-Guidelines.pdf) - [Forever Idaho Regional Grant Program Overview](https://www.idahocf.org/grants-scholarships.php#tab-forever-idaho) - [ICF Grants Portal – Apply](https://goapply2.akoyago.com/idahocf) - [Idaho Community Foundation Home](https://www.idahocf.org) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |-----------------------------|----------------------------------------------| | General inquiries | [grants@idahocf.org](mailto:grants@idahocf.org) | | Technical assistance | [ApplicantPortal@idahocf.org](mailto:ApplicantPortal@idahocf.org) | | Phone | 208-342-3535 | | Contact page | [ICF Contact Form](https://www.idahocf.org/contact.php) |

Forever Idaho Regional Grant Program

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