Strong organizations depend on strong teams. Since 2010, the Idaho Nonprofit Compensation and Benefits Report has provided nonprofit leaders with reliable benchmark data on wages and benefits to support hiring, retention, and budgeting decisions.
1 in 5 organizations report open positions, 2026
Behind every stocked food pantry is a team making sure food is safe, shelves are full, and volunteers are prepared. Behind every family navigating crisis is a trained professional who understands trauma and the systems that can help. Behind every child thriving in an after‑school program is an educator who shows up every single day.
For Idaho communities to remain strong, resilient, and connected (especially in times of uncertainty) a healthy nonprofit sector needs a stable, supported workforce.
Idaho nonprofits are operating in a tight labor market, with 1 in 5 organizations reporting open positions they are unable to fill. Hiring challenges are most pronounced for midlevel and program staff, roles that are often critical to day-to-day service delivery.
At the same time, many organizations are adapting — through compensation adjustments, benefit changes, and increased flexibility — to remain competitive and retain talent.
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The full dataset is available through a paid online dashboard that allows you to analyze compensation and benefits at a deeper level. There you can filter the results based on your nonprofit's operating expenses and region helping you think strategically.
The dashboard also includes data from all participating states to compare employment markets (e.g. Boise vs. Spokane) or across border communities where commuting is a factor (e.g. Moscow vs. Pullman).
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