HomeShare Kootenai County

06/01/2026

It is with hopeful hearts that we announce an immediate temporary pause of HomeShare Kootenai County operations due to ongoing financial challenges that have impacted the program’s ability to continue delivering services at its current capacity.

Thank you to all of our Home Providers, Home Seeker, volunteers, donors, and partners. This is not the end of HomeShare and we looking forward to serving our mission after this temporary pause.

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Pause in HomeShare OperationsBy hcdirector / June 1, 2026 It is with hopeful hearts that we announce an immediate temporary pause of HomeShare Kootenai County operations due to ongoing financial challenges that have impacted the program’s ability to continue delivering services at its current capa...

05/09/2026

Come by jungle relic right now until 8pm for a free drink and hang out with Hone Share

05/05/2026

Huge thanks to Emerge Art Gallery for hosting our entry in the Whimsical Window Competition for Idaho Gives!
Swing by to see the display in person and join our campaign this week—just follow the link in the comments! 🔗
A Stellar Shout-Out
This beautiful display wouldn't be possible without the hard work of our incredible board member James Curb and our volunteer extraordinaire Ramiella Henry. Thank you both for your amazing creativity and for bringing this window to life! 🎨🌟

05/04/2026

Today we launch our Idaho Gives campaign!

We are a small but strong non profits filling the gaps of affordable housing by match making home providers and home seekers.

We run at an annual operating budget of 35k a year and rely on the direct public support from the community for 75% of that.

Join us today through the end of this week and know that your tax deductible donations have an even larger impact with your Idaho gives donation.

https://www.idahogives.org/organizations/homesharekc

04/27/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to our second I HEART CDA series talk with Charlie Nipp. His inspiring talk about CDA back in the day and how we can band together to make a difference looking toward our future left us with curiosity and an overwhelming sense of shared ownership in the place we all call home. Check out this snippet.

Our next talk is May 27th with Kootenai County Young Professionals.

04/20/2026

Only 2 more days until our community talk with Charlie Nipp!

Spots are filling up quick and we are so excited to present this talk to the community in an effort to inspire community ownership and pride over the place we all call Home.

Follow the link in the comments to get your tickets!

Charlie will be sharing his unique perspective on the growth as a commercial real estate developer as well as his deep connection to the area parks & rec, local nonprofits and charitable organizations, as well as some words of advice for the future and preserve our culture.

04/13/2026

We are a little over a week until our next Talk in our talk series at the Roosevelt. Charlie Nip is a local legend and has a wealth of knowledge of our recent past and connections to area non profits as well real estate in the area. We designed these talks to inspire a shared ownership in the place we all call home. Come with questions, come hungry, and leave inspired! Get you tickets soon!

04/08/2026

🏠 Where has Coeur d’Alene been, and where are we going?
We are exactly two weeks away from an evening of history, vision, and community impact! Join HomeShare Kootenai County at the iconic Historic Roosevelt Inn for the next installment of our Talk Series.
We are honored to host Charlie Nipp—a seasoned real estate developer and lifelong community advocate. Having served many of our region’s most impactful charitable and business organizations, Charlie brings a unique perspective on our recent past, our current growth, and his genuine hope for the future of the place we call home.

Your evening includes:
✨ A heartfelt, fireside-style conversation with a local legend.
🍷 Locally catered fare and refreshing beverages.
🤝 The opportunity to support affordable housing solutions right here in Kootenai County.

In a rapidly changing landscape, HomeShare Kootenai County is working hard to ensure our neighbors have a place to stay. Your ticket isn't just a seat at the table—it’s an investment in the fabric of our community.

📅 When: April 22nd, 5PM-6:30PM
📍 Where: The Roosevelt Inn, Coeur d’Alene
🎟️ Tickets: Link in Comments

Spaces are limited in this intimate, historic setting. Grab your tickets today and let’s talk about the future of Coeur d'Alene together!

04/06/2026

Over 20 local seniors joined us to transform thrifted teacups into scented treasures while building something even more valuable: connection. While people choose HomeShare for many reasons, the heart of our mission is tackling the loneliness and isolation many seniors face. By bridging the gap to home-sharing, we aren't just helping neighbors utilize their space; we are fostering meaningful, long-lasting friendships that turn houses into true homes.

Missed the fun? We have more workshops planned throughout 2026, made possible by the generous funding of the Region 1 Idaho Behavioral Health Board. You can stay updated on all our upcoming gatherings by visiting the Events Tab on our website. We can’t wait to see you there and continue growing this incredible community together!

Do you have excess ribbon or teacups? Donate them to Home Share. Along with supplies for these workshops, we also present volunteer made match candles for successful matches. To donate items or be apart of our candle making party for matches, email [email protected]

03/30/2026

Only a few more days until out 2nd Senior Candle Making workshop at Lake City Center!

Don’t forget to sign up- limited spots available!

Join us at the Historic Roosevelt on March 4th (1:30 PM – 3:30 PM) for a relaxed afternoon of crafting and conversation. It’s a great chance to meet neighbors, learn how HomeShare works, and take home a custom candle and a HomeShare matchbox—because we love...