State of the Sector

Idaho's nonprofit sector plays a vital role in communities across the state; from meeting basic needs to strengthening civic life. Since 2025 we have been monitoring what's working, what's changing, and what support is needed most in Idaho.

The State of the Sector report is our biennial, data‑driven look at the nonprofit landscape, examining economic contributions, organizational health and capacity, charitable giving, and a timely issue shaping the sector today.

Annual Nonprofit Center Conference, 2025

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Idaho Runs on Nonprofits

From crisis response to community-building, Idaho nonprofits show up where the need is and stay long after the headlines fade. They strengthen the economy, support families, and create the conditions for people to thrive. Idaho Runs on Nonprofits, which is why tracking the sector's capacity, challenges, and impact isn't just informative, it's essential.

Key Findings

Over $6.5 Billion

Gross state product value add of Idaho nonprofits

79,698

Idahoans are directly employed by nonprofits

4th Largest

Private employment sector

$165.3 Million

Tax contributions by Idaho nonprofits

Diverging bar chart rating 10 nonprofit capacity domains on a scale from Exceptional Strength to High Needs. Resource and People show the greatest needs; Mission and Partnership show the greatest strengths.

Biggest needs of the sector

People and Resource capacity domains are the weakest among Idaho nonprofits.

People: Both meaningful staff development and leadership succession planning are a serious need among all budget sizes.

Resource: Only 25% of all nonprofits report having exceptional or considerable financial resources to meet the full commitments of their mission. Put another way, demand on nonprofit services in Idaho is far outpacing the ability to fund and run those services.