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Helping Idaho Thrive.

The Idaho Community Foundation distributes millions annually in grants and scholarships across the state. These awards are made possible by individuals, families, businesses, affiliates, giving circles, and everyday Idahoans who care for their community.

This page provides grant and scholarship opportunities for nonprofits and students interested in applying for funding.

McPaws in McCall, an ICF grantee
Emily Allis, ICF Scholarship recipient
Boise Bicycle Project, an ICF grantee

How to Apply for Grants

If applying for grant opportunities within The Idaho Community Foundation:

  • Review our statewide and region-specific opportunities below.
  • Application details and guidelines are posted for each opportunity.
  • Unless otherwise directed in the grant guidelines, use our online grant portal to apply.

If your organization has received a grant from ICF, visit our Grantee Resources page for logos and publicity tools.

ICF Grant Opportunities

Forever Idaho Regional Grant Program

Connects passionate donors with community needs for maximum impact. Provides flexibility to meet changing needs through four regional grant cycles.

Deadlines: North & East Idaho: June 15 | Southwest & South Central: August 15

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Idaho Future Fund

Grants typically range from $10,000 to $20,000, supporting educational program gaps from preschool through 12th grade. Focus areas include preschool scholarships, charter schools, public schools and libraries, and supplemental educational programs.

Deadline: March 1

Guidelines Apply Now

Student Loan Fund of Idaho Education Fund

Supports upper-class students at two- and four-year Idaho colleges and universities facing unusual or unexpected financial problems. Minimum grant amount per institution is $5,000.

Deadline: January 15

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Ifft Foundation Fund

Grants given for projects that benefit community beautification and public recreation in southeastern Idaho (Bannock, Bear Lake, Bingham, Caribou, Franklin, Oneida, Power counties), with emphasis on landscaping and beautification projects.

Deadlines: March 15 and August 15

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Lemhi Valley Community Foundation

ICF affiliate focused on ensuring Lemhi County is a vibrant, thriving, self-sufficient place forever. Offers local grants through a separate application process.

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F.M., Anne G., and Beverly B. Bistline Foundation Fund

Grants are given to support arts activities that provide entertainment or art-related education to the general public or support the development of local artists. Serving Bannock, Bingham, Bear Lake, Caribou, Franklin, Oneida, and Power counties.

Deadlines: May 1 and December 1

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Bonner County Fund for Arts Enhancement

Enhance the arts in Bonner County by developing community education components or funding new educational arts programs. Grants range from $3,000 to $12,000.

Deadline: May 1

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Bonner County Human Rights Task Force Fund

Supports organizations whose activities reflect commitment to the ideal that everyone is equal under state and federal laws. Grants range from $1,000 to $2,500.

Deadline: May 1

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Grangeville Community Foundation

ICF affiliate created by the people of Grangeville for the people of Grangeville, with a vision for a vibrant and healthy community now and for future generations. Offers local grants through a separate application process.

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Junior Garnier & Bud Ashford Military Veterans Fund

Serves veteran organizations including American Legion, DAV, VFW, VVA chapters, and Marine Corps League detachments in Bonner and Boundary counties.

Deadline: May 1

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Women's Gift Alliance

Pools talents and resources of local women, providing support to charitable, cultural and educational projects in Kootenai County.

Deadline: November 9

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Chobani Community Impact Fund

The Chobani Community Impact Fund awards grants to organizations, programs, and projects that promote food and nutrition security in Twin Falls and/or Jerome counties. The application will be available in August with a deadline of November 17.

Women's Giving Connection

Empowers women to become educated philanthropists who create positive change locally through collective grantmaking in South Central Idaho.

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Perc H. Shelton and Gladys A. Pospisil Shelton Foundation Advised Fund

Supports nonprofit organizations in Valley County and projects that benefit Valley County. Applicants submit one Forever Idaho Southwest application and are automatically considered for both opportunities.

Deadline: August 15

Guidelines Apply Now