Idaho Private Grants

The Forever Idaho Regional Grant Program is now accepting applications, with a focus on providing general operating grants to organizations working in areas such as Family Homelessness and Basic Needs, Mental and Physical Health, Educational Opportunities, Access to Services, and Community Benefit. Priority will be given to organizations operating within these areas of impact. If awarded, funds can be used for various direct and indirect costs related to the organization's activities, including payroll, rent, utilities, supplies and equipment, project costs, capital improvements, and programmatic needs. Applicants will be asked to self-select the specific Area of Impact in which they are working.

The Southwest Idaho Legacy Organization (SILO), established in 1976, is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Caldwell and the surrounding areas within Canyon and Owyhee Counties. By offering financial support for community projects, SILO aims to empower residents to make meaningful improvements in their neighborhoods. Since its inception, the organization has been instrumental in funding initiatives focused on community development, health, education, and more, using monies accrued from the sale of the Caldwell Memorial Hospital. SILO welcomes grant applications for projects that promise to benefit the community. Grant renewed every year. Grant annual deadline: September 30th

This funding opportunity supports qualified educational organizations in Idaho by providing financial assistance for environmental education, classroom resources, and necessary repairs to ensure safe learning environments.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Idaho that focus on environmental protection, conservation, and education initiatives.

This grant provides $100,000 over two years to grassroots organizations in Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming that focus on building community power and leadership among diverse groups, with a priority for those led by BIPOC and working in rural or reservation areas.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations that provide stable housing and empower low- and moderate-income communities, focusing on vulnerable populations such as working families, youth, seniors, and veterans.

The Idaho Fish & Wildlife Foundation is offering grants to support projects that align with its mission to sustain Idaho’s fishing, hunting, and wildlife heritage. Eligible applicants include the Idaho Department of Fish and Game and tax-exempt organizations. Volunteer groups can apply if they have fiscal sponsorship and an endorsement letter from a tax-exempt organization. The maximum funding request is $10,000, with a preferred but not required one-to-one match of Foundation funds. Projects must be completed by December 31, 2025. The Foundation does not fund projects outside Idaho, multi-year proposals, salaries (except for contract personnel), advocacy or fundraising activities, ongoing operating costs, or pass-through grants. Only one applicant may apply per project; if part of a consortium, the lead applicant must apply. Grant renewed very year; January 1st to April 30st

This funding program provides financial support to community-based organizations in the Pacific Northwest working to address environmental justice and public health challenges in historically underinvested communities.

COMMUNITY HEART & SOUL GRANT GUIDELINES TIMELINE Application Cycle: April 11, 2024 – August 16, 2024 Introductory Webinars: April 11 and 25, 2024 "Getting Started" Webinars: May 16, June 20, July 18, 2024 Grant Period: October 1, 2024 – August 31, 2026 Final Reports Due: September 15, 2026 PROGRAM DETAILS Innovia Foundation's Community Heart & Soul® Program aims to empower rural communities through resident-driven processes and action in Eastern Washington and North Idaho. Benefits include increased community involvement, volunteerism, and economic development. The approach is based on three principles: INVOLVE EVERYONE, FOCUS ON WHAT MATTERS MOST, and PLAY THE LONG GAME. Grants of $30,000 each, with a $10,000 local match, will support community projects over two years. NONDISCRIMINATION/ANTI-HATE POLICY Innovia Foundation strictly prohibits funding organizations engaged in hateful activities or discrimination. Applicants must adhere to these standards. QUESTIONS? Contact Jennifer Stapleton at 509.624.2606.

Our grantees work to build on the entrepreneurial spirit, strong community ties, and untapped potential within Native nations, communities of color, rural communities, and other resilient communities who have fewer opportunities to thrive on their own terms. We envision strong, vibrant communities where people are connected to good jobs and have the financial capability to build their assets and provide a secure future for their families and communities. A Need to Close the Opportunity Gaps Our economic system doesn’t work for everyone. It widens income and opportunity gaps, restrains economic mobility, and traps people and communities in a cycle of poverty and injustice. A disproportionate number of Native Americans, people of color, refugees, immigrants, and rural Americans are living in crisis—or just a paycheck away from it. Nationally, six in 10 families of color don’t have the cash on hand to cover basic expenses—like rent, medical emergencies, or the need to fix a car—for three months.

This grant provides funding for full-time graduate students in the Western U.S. to collaborate with their academic advisors and local producers on projects that promote sustainable agriculture through research and education.

Intermountain Health is offering Social Determinants of Health Grants to programs and services that align with their priorities of improving nutrition security and stable, quality housing through wraparound and support services. This grant program is aligned with Intermountain's mission to address critical social determinants of health, recognizing that these factors profoundly impact community well-being. The grants aim to support initiatives that create healthier communities by tackling the root causes of health disparities. The target beneficiaries for these grants are low-income, vulnerable populations, served by social service agencies and healthcare agencies. The impact goals are to improve nutrition security and secure stable and quality housing. Projects are expected to demonstrate a collaborative approach between health and social service agencies, or provide strong health outcomes if an agency applies independently. The grants aim to foster partnerships that lead to comprehensive and sustainable improvements in the lives of these populations. The program's priorities and focuses are explicitly on improving nutrition security and enhancing stable and quality housing through integrated support services. Grant applicants must demonstrate how their program or service directly addresses at least one of these two Intermountain social determinants of health priorities. The theory of change suggests that by directly investing in programs addressing these fundamental needs, Intermountain Health can create a measurable positive impact on community health outcomes. Expected outcomes include improved access to nutritious food and increased access to and retention of stable and quality housing for vulnerable populations. Measurable results will be based on the impact these programs have on the identified social determinants of health, with an emphasis on clearly defined goals and outcomes. For example, successful programs might demonstrate a reduction in food insecurity rates or an increase in the number of individuals securing and maintaining stable housing within the target communities.

The Sarasota County Foundation awards grants to corporations, associations, or institutions that aim to advance charitable, religious, educational, literary, or scientific goals. This includes organizations distributing funds to support such objectives, whether they are located within or outside Sarasota County. The foundation's mission aligns with supporting a broad range of philanthropic endeavors, reflecting a commitment to community improvement and societal benefit across various sectors. The grant program targets a diverse group of beneficiaries through its support of various program areas, including arts, culture, and humanities; education; environment/animals; health; human services; international/foreign affairs; public/society benefit; and religion. The impact goals are to foster positive change and strengthen communities by funding initiatives within these critical areas. While there are no strict geographic limitations, the trust primarily focuses on supporting services and programs within Sarasota County, Florida, ensuring a localized impact while remaining open to broader reach. The foundation's priorities and focuses are clearly outlined through its program areas, emphasizing a holistic approach to community development. Expected outcomes include the successful implementation of programs that address identified needs within these sectors. Measurable results are implicitly tied to the average grant size, which ranges from $5,000 to $10,000, and an average total giving of $45,000 per year, indicating a commitment to funding impactful projects. The foundation's strategic priorities are to support organizations that qualify as exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Its theory of change centers on providing financial resources to qualified non-profits to address pressing social, cultural, and environmental challenges. However, the foundation has specific limitations, generally not funding endowments, travel, research, annual giving campaigns, completed projects, debt reduction, deficit financing, operating/program expenses, marketing materials and advertising, or conferences, workshops, and seminars. This focused approach ensures that funding is directed towards specific, high-impact initiatives that align with the foundation's core objectives.

Description: The Idaho Fire Chief’s Association (IFCA) is proud to announce the 2024 Fire Fighter License Plate (FFLP) grant program, now in its 24th year. This initiative, funded through the Idaho Fire Fighter’s License Plate (FFLP) Fund, aims to enhance fire safety education across Idaho by providing grants to eligible organizations. Since its inception, over $850,000 has been awarded to support fire safety education programs. For 2024, approximately $75,000 is available for distribution, with awards covering up to 75% of the grant fund balance as of July 1, 2024. Applications must align with legislative guidelines, focusing exclusively on fire safety education for firefighters, fire chiefs, and the general public. Applications are due by June 28, 2024, with awards announced in August.

The Innovia Foundation has launched the Community Heart & Soul® Program, a resident-driven initiative aimed at strengthening rural communities within its 20-county service area across Idaho and Washington. This program aligns with the foundation's mission to "BUILD COMMUNITY" and "TAKE ACTION" on what matters most to residents. The foundation's strategic priority is to foster local community decision-making, increase volunteerism, encourage investment in community-supported programs, and stimulate economic development. The target beneficiaries are rural communities in the designated 20-county region. The program's impact goals are to increase resident participation in local decision-making, boost volunteer engagement, promote investment in community programs, and drive economic development and downtown revitalization. It also aims to establish community endowment funds, ensuring long-term sustainability and local ownership. The Community Heart & Soul approach is based on three core principles: "Involve Everyone," "Focus On What Matters Most," and "Play The Long Game," reflecting a theory of change that empowers residents to shape their communities' future while preserving their unique character. The program prioritizes communities that can provide a $10,000 local match, demonstrating local commitment and investment. Innovia will award up to ten $30,000 grants to support community-based project coordinators and actions for up to two years. The grant period is from October 1, 2024, to August 31, 2026. The foundation emphasizes an advisory process with local volunteers to ensure that grant opportunities address the evolving needs of the communities they serve. Expected outcomes include a measurable increase in local community decision-making participation, higher volunteer rates, increased investment in community-supported programs and activities, and tangible economic development and downtown revitalization. The establishment of community endowment funds is another key measurable result, indicating sustainable community growth and self-sufficiency. Eligibility requires applicants to be a public charity with 501(c)(3) status, a federally recognized tribe, or a public entity, ensuring that the grants support organizations with a clear charitable purpose and a commitment to the well-being of their communities.

This grant provides funding to agricultural professionals and organizations in the Western U.S. to implement educational and demonstration projects that promote the adoption of sustainable farming practices based on previous research findings.

This program empowers rural high school students to develop leadership skills and make a positive impact in their communities by awarding grants to local nonprofits addressing critical needs.

The Idaho Dental Foundation (IDF) operates as a charitable endowment fund dedicated to supporting community programs and organizations throughout Idaho. Its core mission is to enhance the oral health of Idaho’s underserved citizens by improving education and access to care. This grant program is aligned with the foundation's strategic priority to achieve the highest beneficial return for Idaho, focusing specifically on initiatives that directly address the oral health needs of vulnerable populations. The primary target beneficiaries of the IDF grants are Idaho's uninsured and working poor populations. The foundation's impact goals are centered on improving oral health outcomes within these groups. By funding projects that increase access to care and provide education, the IDF aims to reduce disparities in oral health and enhance the overall well-being of these citizens. The foundation's funding objectives clearly prioritize projects that improve the oral health of Idaho’s uninsured and those that increase the oral health of Idaho’s working poor. This focused approach ensures that grant funds are directed towards initiatives with a high potential for tangible impact on the most vulnerable. Typical grant awards range from $1,000 to $2,500, with a broader size of the grant from $1,000 to $10,000, indicating a preference for targeted, impactful projects. Expected outcomes and measurable results include improved oral health for the targeted populations, increased access to dental care services, and enhanced oral health education within underserved communities. While specific metrics are not detailed in the provided information, the focus on "improving" and "increasing" oral health implies a commitment to measurable progress in these areas. The foundation's theory of change is rooted in the belief that by supporting direct interventions and educational programs, it can effectively bridge the gap in oral healthcare access for Idaho's most in-need residents.

This funding opportunity provides $5,000 in unrestricted support to emerging organizations in Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, or Wyoming that are focused on community organizing and align with social justice values.

The Education After-School Grant, offered by the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation, supports after-school and summer educational arts programs provided by nonprofit organizations in Louisiana. This grant aligns directly with the Foundation's mission to promote, preserve, perpetuate, and encourage the music, culture, and heritage of Louisiana communities through cultural, educational, civic, and economic activities. Specifically, it targets programs that foster a greater understanding and appreciation for the unique culture of Louisiana, ensuring that grant funds are exclusively spent within the state. The primary beneficiaries of this grant are nonprofit organizations within Louisiana that offer arts instruction to students in after-school and summer settings. The grant aims to financially support these organizations by covering the professional teaching fees of the artists or educators involved. The overarching impact goal is to enrich the lives of young people through exposure to various art forms and to cultivate an appreciation for Louisiana's distinct cultural heritage, ensuring the continuity of these traditions. The grant prioritizes programs in disciplines such as Music, Dance, Theater, Visual Arts/Photography, Cultural Heritage/Folk life, Media Arts/Film/Web, Culinary Arts, Creative Writing/Literary/Spoken Word, and Multidisciplinary arts. Only 501(c)(3) organizations and active registered Louisiana nonprofits (who may use a 501(c)(3) as a fiscal agent) are eligible, with commercial organizations explicitly excluded. The focus is on programs that demonstrate a clear alignment with the Jazz & Heritage Foundation's mission. Expected outcomes include the sustained operation of high-quality educational arts programs for youth across Louisiana, increased participation in cultural activities, and a deeper appreciation for the state's cultural identity among participants. Measurable results could include the number of students served, the variety of artistic disciplines offered, and feedback from program participants and educators. The maximum grant amount is $7,500, with a grant duration of one year, for activities occurring between September 1, 2024, and August 31, 2025. This strategic investment in arts education reflects the Foundation's theory of change, which posits that by supporting cultural and educational initiatives, they can preserve and perpetuate Louisiana's unique heritage for future generations.