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Steve Burns, President & CEO of The Idaho Community Foundation, shares a weekly travelog that highlights his journeys across Idaho and the foundation's efforts to foster a culture of philanthropy in all 44 counties.
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The Idaho Community Foundation Board of Directors, including Twin Falls Mayor Ruth Pierce invite you to South Central Idaho’s Celebration of Philanthropy!
Thursday, August 15, 2024
5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Stone House & Co
330 4th Avenue South, Twin Falls
Press Releases
Giving Circle Grants $35K in Magic Valley
The Women’s Giving Connection of Southern Idaho (WGC), a giving circle within The Idaho Community Foundation, is proud to announce the awarding of $35,000 to seven Magic Valley nonprofit organizations.
Collective Giving Creates Greater, Local Impact
In a world where the needs of local communities often outweigh available resources, innovative philanthropic models like giving circles and affiliate foundations are proving to be transformative.
Idaho Future Fund Aims to Address Education Funding Shortfalls
The Idaho Future Fund, established in 2015 by an anonymous couple in Blaine County, is pleased to announce the recipients of its 2024 grant cycle. This year, the Fund will distribute nearly $300,000 to nonprofit organizations across Idaho, aiming to bridge critical gaps in educational programs from preschool through 12th grade.
Filling the Gap: How Idahoans Are Stepping Up to Address Social Needs
As Idaho continues to grow, so does the demand for essential social services. However, state and city government funding for these services often falls short, leaving critical needs unmet.
Teaching Generosity: Raising Philanthropic Children Through Charitable Giving
In a world increasingly driven by individualism, the act of giving can seem like a lost art. Yet, teaching children the value of generosity through philanthropic giving, charitable work, and volunteerism is more crucial than ever.
$100,000+ Infused into North Idaho Communities, With More to Come
The Idaho Community Foundation (ICF) hosted the North Idaho Celebration of Philanthropy event, marking a significant milestone in local philanthropic efforts.
Ribbon Cutting: Idaho Community Foundation Giving Station at Kroc Center
The Idaho Community Foundation will unveil a fun, innovative way for people to support their community with the Idaho Community Foundation Giving Station on Friday, May 24 at 10 a.m. in the Kroc Center main lobby, 1765 W Golf Course Rd, Coeur d’Alene.
Introducing our new north Idaho Regional Council members
The Idaho Community Foundation is excited to introduce our six new Regional Council members: Jan Bayer (Boundary County), Marcy Hayman (Shoshone County), Susan Jacobson (Nez Perce County), Craig Spencer (Idaho County), Joan Woodard (Kootenai County) and Clem Yonker (Bonner County).
Impacting Lives through Dance and Art: Rehle Higham Scholarship
The Idaho Community Foundation manages dozens of scholarships, and each one has a story behind it. Below is one of those stories.
Idaho Community Foundation grants more than $77k through Bistline Foundation Fund
Arts-focused projects in southeast Idaho will receive more than $77,000 in grants from F.M. and Anne G. and Beverly B. Bistline Foundation Fund, which is held in the Idaho Community Foundation.
Chobani continues its fight against hunger in partnership with ICF
Chobani, in partnership with the Idaho Community Foundation, announced the recipients of its sixth annual Chobani Community Impact Fund Grant – providing $100,000 to help fund programs and initiatives that will increase access to nutritious food, address infrastructure needs and aid in filling the gap for residents experiencing food insecurity for over 4,800 individuals monthly in the Magic Valley.
Idaho Community Foundation awards $406+ in southwest Idaho
The Idaho Community Foundation is awarding more than $406,000 in support to 58 organizations in Southwest Idaho from its Forever Idaho Southwest program – including domestic violence programs, senior centers, libraries and more.
Idaho Community Foundation awards $225K+ in south central Idaho
The Idaho Community Foundation is awarding more than $228,000 in support to 48 organizations in the Magic Valley and Wood River Valley from its Forever Idaho South Central program – including domestic violence programs, senior centers, libraries and more.
Idaho Community Foundation introduces a new way to support communities
This Giving Tuesday, the Idaho Community Foundation will unveil a new way for people to support their community with the Idaho Community Foundation Giving Station (photos attached). This special vending machine doesn’t dispense chips or candy – it lets people make a donation to one of 24 nonprofit organizations. Simply swipe or tap your debit or credit card and press a button. You’ll receive a card about the nonprofit you selected, and they’ll receive your donation!
Idaho Community Foundation awards $250K+ in eastern Idaho
The Idaho Community Foundation is awarding $250,000 in support to 47 organizations in Southwest Idaho from its Forever Idaho East program – including to domestic violence programs, senior centers, libraries and more.
Idaho Community Foundation grants $294K for education
The Idaho Future Fund was established at the community foundation in 2015 by a couple from Blaine County. Grants from the fund are intended to create, sustain or reinvigorate impactful educational programs throughout the state in the areas of preschool scholarships, charter schools, public schools/public school libraries and supplemental educational programs.
Idaho Community Foundation grants nearly $260K in north Idaho
The Idaho Community Foundation will support 45 schools, homeless shelters and other community organizations with nearly $260,000 in grants through its Forever Idaho North program.
Idaho Community Foundation grants nearly $90K+ in southeast Idaho
The Idaho Community Foundation (ICF) is awarding grants totaling nearly $90,000 in southeast Idaho for landscaping, beautification and public recreation from the Ifft Foundation Fund in ICF.
Idaho Community Foundation grants $646K+ through Langroise Fund
The Gladys E. Langroise Advised Fund in the Idaho Community Foundation has awarded grants of nearly $550,000 to community organizations in Ada and Canyon counties. In addition, almost $100,000 more will be awarded statewide through the community foundation’s Forever Idaho Grant Cycles in 2023.
Annual Reports
A look back at the Idaho Community Foundation’s past and where we are headed in the future.
2023 Annual Report
Prior Years' Reports
- 2022 Financial Stewardship Report (pdf)
- 2022 Impact Report (pdf)
- 2021 Financial Stewardship Report (pdf)
- 2021 Impact Report (pdf)
- 2020 Financial Stewardship Report (pdf)
- 2020 Impact Report (pdf)
- 2019 Annual Report (pdf)
- 2018 Annual Report (pdf)
- 2017 Annual Report (pdf)
- 2016 Annual Report (pdf)
- 2015 Annual Report (pdf)
- 2014 Annual Report (pdf)
- 2013 Annual Report (pdf)
- 2012 Annual Report (pdf)
- 2011 Annual Report (pdf)
- 2010 Annual Report (pdf)
- 2009 Annual Report (pdf)
- 2008 Annual Report (pdf)
- 2007 Annual Report (pdf)
- 2006 Annual Report (pdf)
- 2005 Annual Report (pdf)
- 2004 Annual Report (pdf)
- 2003 Annual Report (pdf)
- 2002 Annual Report (pdf)
- 2001 Annual Report (pdf)
- 2000 Annual Report (pdf)
- 1999 Annual Report (pdf)
- 1998 Annual Report (pdf)
- 1997 Annual Report (pdf)
- 1996 Annual Report (pdf)