First Federal Foundation Grants

First Federal Foundation Grants is sponsored by First Federal Foundation. Supports local nonprofits in Idaho through biannual grant cycles for community development.

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To that end, in 2003, First Federal established the First Federal Foundation. The mission of the Foundation is to serve the needs of its communities by actively seeking community development opportunities to support educational, civic, health, human services, social, and cultural organizations that address these objectives. Twice a year, the Foundation accepts applications and awards grants to fund local non-profits.

To date, the First Federal Foundation has awarded over $1. 5 million to organizations serving our communities. The Foundation offers two grant cycles (Summer and Winter) per year.

Applications for the First Federal Foundation are now closed and will reopen October 1, 2026 Summer 2026 Grant Recipients Community Helping Hands (Hagerman) Buhl School District (Popplewell Elementary) Wonderfully Made Baby Blankets Meridian Library Foundation (Cherry Lane Library) Boys & Girls Club of Canyon County Twin Falls Senior Citizens South Fork Boise River Association Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Family Justice Center Foundation Minidoka County Fairgrounds (Upgrades to Cattle Barns) Blanket Blessings (Blankets for CASA) Two in Two Out (Burley Fire Department) Uniforms and Portable Team Shelter US Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) Water Heater and Shelter Repairs Magic Valley Model Railroaders Click here to view previous Foundation Grant recipients.

Organizations applying for First Federal Foundation Grants must qualify as exempt organizations under Sections 170(c)(1), 170(c)(2), or 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Foundation Financial Information - Form 990-PF If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected] . Funding decisions will be made by the Foundation’s Board of Directors, who meet biannually in July and December.

Grant awards are generally to capital projects between $1,000 - $5,000. The Foundation encourages applications from organizations throughout Southern Idaho including the Magic Valley, Treasure Valley, and Mini-Cassia area.

The Foundation does not provide grants to support the following: When completing a grant request, organizations will be asked to provide the following information: Community/Population Area Served Description of Project, or Portion of Project, and Anticipated Costs Including detailed information (e.g., budget, bids for work) is appreciated Optional Materials that Can Be Included: Letters of Recommendation First Fed Announces Summer Grant Cycle and Additions to the Foundation Board Beyond the Bottom Line: First Fed's Community Philosophy First Federal Foundation Awards Almost $50,000 to Idaho Non-Profits Commitment to Community: Rising Stars Therapeutic Riding Center Building Tomorrows Leaders: