Idaho Community Foundation

09/04/2026

🎉 September 5th is Jenessa Hansen-Evans 3rd Work-iversary! 🎉

From creating memorable events to building meaningful connections, Jenessa brings creativity, enthusiasm, and heart to everything she does as our Events Associate.

She's the kind of teammate who is always ready to say "yes" to a new challenge, jump in to help wherever needed, and support our mission of building stronger nonprofits and stronger Idaho communities. Her positive attitude, dedication, and willingness to go the extra mile make our team and our events better every single day.

Whether she's planning an event, solving a problem, or helping bring an idea to life, Jenessa does it with energy, care, and a genuine commitment to community.

We're so grateful for all she brings to ICF. Happy anniversary, Jenessa, and thank you for helping our communities shine! ✨💙 🎈

09/04/2026

😍 We are so proud to partner with KTVB and The 208 for September's The 208 Way! Check out the story here: https://ow.ly/Z2Fl50ZIYuR then consider a donation to support All Kids Inspired!

All Kids Inspired is an Idaho nonprofit helping kids stay enrolled in extracurriculars, and September's The 208 Way beneficiary.

09/03/2026

We are still basking in the glow of an incredible 23rd conference with Idaho Nonprofit Center

09/03/2026

🎉 Happy Work Anniversary to Scott Smith! 🎉

One year ago, Scott joined the Idaho Community Foundation team, and it's hard to imagine our organization without him. As our Community Engagement Associate serving East and South Central Idaho, Scott brings a can-do-anything attitude, infectious positivity, and a genuine passion for connecting people and building stronger communities.

In just one year, he's made a meaningful impact by supporting nonprofits, donors, and communities throughout the region, all while bringing energy, encouragement, and optimism to every conversation.

We're grateful for all you do, Scott, and excited for the road ahead. Thanks for making Idaho better every day! 💙

09/01/2026

Wonderful morning with the Pocatello-Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce - thank you for having us!

09/01/2026

We are kicking off September with KTVB's and All Kids Inspired!

Every child deserves the chance to discover their talents, build confidence, and belong. 💙 All Kids Inspired helps make that possible by providing tuition scholarships to low-income families, opening the door to enriching after-school activities that inspire growth and opportunity.

Join us in making more good possible for kids across the Treasure Valley at https://bit.ly/The208Way

08/28/2026

🙌 to the 350 (SOLD OUT!) nonprofit professionals, business partners, exhibitors, consultants, thought-leaders, volunteers, donors, professional development gurus, and the Nonprofit Center and Idaho Community Foundation staff for one of the BEST Nonprofit Conferences of all time!

2-Days of learning, connecting, and re-tooling the toolbox so we can serve Idaho communities even better.

Let's do it again next year.

08/27/2026

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Celebrating 5 years of the Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness Fund! Created to protect Scotchman Peaks for future generations, this fund supports wilderness designation, ongoing stewardship, and education efforts that help preserve one of Idaho's remarkable natural landscapes. 🌲⛰️

For five years, this fund has helped ensure that the beauty, wildlife, and wild character of Scotchman Peaks can be experienced and appreciated for generations to come.

08/25/2026

Today we kick-off our SOLD OUT annual Nonprofit Conference - thank you Idaho Business Review for your timely coverage of the State of the Sector report. Check out their article here https://ow.ly/eWOg50ZFczC

Idaho nonprofits struggle to meet rising demand amid a $200 million funding gap, impacting vital services across the state.

08/21/2026

✋💚 to Giraffe Laugh!
Giraffe Laugh is doing more than providing childcare—they're helping Treasure Valley children build the foundation for lifelong success through high-quality early learning, family support services, scholarships, and food assistance.

In Idaho, only about half of children enter school ready for kindergarten. At Giraffe Laugh, 98% of children nearing kindergarten are prepared to succeed, and 88% of children under four demonstrate age-level development after a year in the program.

We're proud to support their work through grants from the Idaho Future Fund and Forever Idaho Southwest, helping ensure more families have access to the resources they need to thrive.

👏 Thank you, Giraffe Laugh, for investing in Idaho's children, families, and future.