As our country celebrates our 250th birthday, it is a good time to think about what makes our country so great. Some people will say the freedoms we enjoy. Others may say the beautiful places that dot our map. It could be the rights we have as citizens. These are all good answers to the question, but I don’t think there is just one answer. It is a combination of things, including my favorite:
This July, the Idaho Community Foundation is proud to partner with KTVB Channel 7 and the 7Cares Fund through The 208 Way, a new monthly campaign that shines a spotlight on local nonprofits making a difference across Idaho. Each month, viewers are invited to learn about a featured organization and make a small gift to support its work. Our July nonprofit partner is Honor Flight Boise, a new organization dedicated to ensuring Southwest Idaho Veterans receive the recognition and gratitude they have earned through their service.
Nonprofit work is driven by purpose, but it is sustained by people. That is why this year’s Idaho Nonprofit Conference - Rooted in Purpose: Cultivating a Strong Foundation for What's Next - emphasizes the development of those who make impact possible.
As Idaho prepares to mark America’s 250th anniversary this weekend, a unique effort is bringing citizens together to celebrate in meaningful, lasting ways. The America250 in Idaho Commemoration Fund is helping turn local ideas into reality. Designed to support projects and celebrations that may not typically receive government funding, the fund reflects a shared commitment to honoring Idaho’s history, creativity, and community spirit.
The Idaho Community Foundation Forever Idaho 2026 grant cycle is now open.