Student Loan Fund of Idaho
The Student Loan Fund of Idaho, which provides grants for education institutions in the state of Idaho to encourage upper class students to complete their postsecondary education by providing financial assistance, is now accepting applications. The minimum grant amount per education institution is $5,000.

Forever Idaho North
ICF’s Forever Idaho North Grant Program, which provides grants of up to $25,000, is now accepting applications from organizations that serve the following counties: Benewah, Bonner, Boundary, Clearwater, Idaho, Kootenai, Latah, Lewis, Nez Perce and Shoshone.

For more information, including eligibility and application, click here. For Forever Idaho Grant Program Guidelines, click here. Deadline for submission is February 15.

Idaho Future Fund
The Idaho Future Fund is accepting applications from Idaho organizations for preschool scholarships, charter schools, public schools, public school libraries and supplemental educational programs. Grants typically range from $10,000 to $20,000 and are intended to support gaps in educational programs (preschool through 12th grade) that gravely affect the quality of education students receive in Idaho. The grant cycle is open for all counties.

For more information, including eligibility and application, click here. Deadline for submission is March 1.

Ifft Foundation Fund
The Ifft Foundation Fund in ICF is seeking grant requests for projects that will provide landscaping, beautification and public recreation in southeast Idaho. Grant requests will only be considered from the following counties: Bannock, Bear Lake, Bingham, Caribou, Franklin, Oneida and Power.

For information about eligibility, or to apply, click here. Deadline for submission is March 15.

ICF Scholarship Opportunities
ICF has more than 70 scholarship opportunities for students seeking assistance with the cost of higher education.

Information and applications for ICF scholarships can be found here. For questions, email Sarah Wissenbach (Scholarships@idahocf.org) or call (208) 342-3535 ext. 19.

Mitch and Linda Watkins Family Foundation (Donor Advised) – This Fund was created by Mitch and Linda Watkins of Twin Falls to support local charities and causes.

Preston and Franklin County High School Alumni Fund (Scholarship) – This Fund was created by alumni of Preston High School to provide financial aid to graduates of Preston and Franklin County High Schools pursuing a degree at an accredited college, tech school, or university.

Stephanie Bender-Kitz & Karan Tucker Prof Development Fund (Designated) – This Fund was created by Robert Bender to recognize the contributions made to Jannus, Inc., by Stephanie Bender-Kitz and Karan Tucker and to provide professional development support to Jannus, Inc. employees, board members and volunteers.

The Grace Fund (Donor Advised) – This Fund was created by Eric Grace of Boise to support local charities and causes.

The Nielsen Family Charitable Fund (Donor Advised) – This Fund was created by Toni and Steve Nielsen of Boise to support charities and causes close to their hearts.

The Townsend Family Scholarship Fund (Designated) – This Fund was created by L. Wayne Townsend to support graduates of Sandpoint High School pursuing a post-secondary education.

Williams Family Fund (Donor Advised) – This Fund This Fund was created by Bert Williams of Boise to support local charities and causes.

Shirley “Sus” Helpenstell, a former ICF Board Director, passed away in December at the age of 91. Sus was a longtime community leader in Canyon County who cared deeply about children. She served on many boards, especially those for organizations that worked with kids in need. Her greatest community pride was helping establish the Boys & Girls Club of Nampa, and she was one of their greatest champions. Read Sus’ obituary.

The Legacy Society is comprised of generous donors who will shape Idaho’s communities through an estate gift to the Idaho Community Foundation. These gifts guarantee support for the community organizations and causes that are meaningful to members of our Legacy Society. 

The Idaho Community Foundation welcomes gifts sent as memorials or in honor of individuals on their birthdays, anniversaries, retirement or other special occasions.

The following gifts were received December 1 through December 31, 2021:
The following gifts were received December 1, 2021 through December 31, 2021:

In Honor of Mrs. Jean D. Allan
Merrill Lynch

In Honor of Don Allen
Richard Lowenthal

In Memory of Diane Arrants
Nancy and D Rich

In Memory of Hazel M. Benjamin
Mary Willis

In Honor of Pat and Susan Bird
Martha Owen

In Memory of Sally Bishop
Holly and Mark Motes

In Memory of Dallas Blake
Fernando and Brenda Veloz

In Memory of Westley Robert Clapp
Daniel and Andrea Bargholz

In Memory of Henry Goitiandia
Freda Cenarrusa

In Honor of Steve and Donna Guerber
Jerald and Carolyn Panko

In Memory of Jose Mari Guerricabeitia
Freda Cenarrusa

In Memory of Leora Hansen
Matt Hong

In Memory of Sus Helpenstell
Alice Hennessey
Holly and Mark Motes

In Honor of Alice Hennessey
Blaine and Dixie Lenon

In Memory of Don Hennessey
Tom and Shana Hennessey

In Memory of Tip Hennessey
Alice Hennessey

In Memory of John William Jackson
Matthew Katz

In Memory of Leslie Jackson
NSA Civilian Welfare Fund

In Memory of Edward G. Kenna
Bill “Action” and Jackie Jackson

In Honor of Deannie Kinder
Schwab Charitable Fund

In Honor of Boone Kizer
Joe and Tina Murphy

In Memory of Tom Klein
Patricia Joan Lodge

In Memory of Jack Lemley
Alice Hennessey
Ray and Linda Stark

In Honor of Blaine and Dixie Lenon
Merrill Lynch

In Memory of Lorraine Memic
Bill “Action” and Jackie Jackson

In Memory of Judy Nelson
Innovia Foundation

In Memory of Joseph Nguyen Van Bay
Bill “Action” and Jackie Jackson

In Memory of Phan Thi Sam
Bill “Action” and Jackie Jackson

In Memory of Shan Phelps
Bill “Action” and Jackie Jackson

In Memory of Margaret Plastino
Karen Bilowith and Steve Romero
Davidson Companies
A November gift received in memory of Margaret Plastino should have noted it was from Kay Hardy and Gregory Kaslo.

In Memory of Billie Roth
Anonymous

In Memory of Bill Smallwood
Freda Cenarrusa

In Memory of Anna Marie Weissbeck