[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)

Most grants range from $3,000–$8,000; maximum request is $25,000; one-year grant period.

Supports Idaho nonprofits and public entities through flexible, regionally-distributed grants for community-driven needs across four cycles.

--- ## Description The Forever Idaho Regional Grant Program, administered by the Idaho Community Foundation, provides general operating and project grants to nonprofits and public entities addressing evolving community needs throughout Idaho. Grants are awarded in four regional cycles, ensuring broad geographic coverage and responsiveness to local priorities. Funding is flexible and may be used for direct or indirect costs, including payroll, rent, utilities, equipment, project expenses, capital improvements, or programmatic needs. The program emphasizes community-driven philanthropy, trust-based grantmaking, and impact across a wide range of sectors, including arts, education, environment, health, housing, and community benefit. --- ## Due Dates - June 15, 2026: Northern Region submission deadline *(Counties: Benewah, Bonner, Boundary, Clearwater, Idaho, Kootenai, Latah, Lewis, Nez Perce, Shoshone)* - June 15, 2026: Eastern Region submission deadline *(Counties: Bannock, Bear Lake, Bingham, Bonneville, Butte, Caribou, Clark, Custer, Franklin, Fremont, Jefferson, Lemhi, Madison, Oneida, Power, Teton)* - August 15, 2026: Southwestern Region submission deadline *(Counties: Ada, Adams, Boise, Canyon, Gem, Owyhee, Payette, Valley, Washington)* - August 15, 2026: South Central Region submission deadline *(Counties: Blaine, Camas, Cassia, Elmore, Gooding, Jerome, Lincoln, Minidoka, Twin Falls)* Anticipated award notification: - North & East: September - Southwest & South Central: November --- ## Funding Amount - Most grants: $3,000–$8,000 - Maximum request: $25,000 - Grant period: One year - No requirement for final reports; grantees are encouraged to share stories or updates informally --- ## Eligibility - 501(c)(3) nonprofit public charities under IRS Code Section 170 - Governmental entities, including public schools - Applicants must apply for the region where their office is located and/or where they serve residents - Impact areas include: - Arts & Culture - Community Benefit - Educational & Economic Opportunities - Environment & Animal Welfare - Health and Wellness - Housing Stability --- ## Application Process - Review the [Forever Idaho Grant Guidelines (PDF)](https://www.idahocf.org/docs/grants/Forever-Idaho-Grant-Guidelines.pdf) - Prepare your application, including annual budget and details on the population served - Apply online via the [ICF Grants Portal](https://goapply2.akoyago.com/idahocf) - Select the appropriate regional cycle for your application - No final report required, but sharing outcomes or stories is encouraged --- ## Additional Information - You may apply for the region in which your office is located and/or any region in which you serve residents - If your work spans multiple counties, select a primary county for the application and describe multi-county impact in your narrative - Information from applications may be shared with other potential donors at ICF’s discretion --- ## External Links - [Forever Idaho Grant Program Overview](https://www.idahocf.org/grants-scholarships.php#tab-forever-idaho) - [Forever Idaho Grant Guidelines (PDF)](https://www.idahocf.org/docs/grants/Forever-Idaho-Grant-Guidelines.pdf) - [ICF Grants Portal (Application)](https://goapply2.akoyago.com/idahocf) - [Idaho Community Foundation Home](https://www.idahocf.org) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Web Contact Form | |-------------------|----------------------------------------|---------------|-------------------------------------------------------| | Grants Team | [grants@idahocf.org](mailto:grants@idahocf.org) | 208-342-3535 | [Contact ICF](https://www.idahocf.org/contact.php) | | Tech Support | [ApplicantPortal@idahocf.org](mailto:ApplicantPortal@idahocf.org) | | |

Forever Idaho Regional Grant Program

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