US Bancorp Foundation Grants for Idaho Communities
Idaho 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on economic and workforce advancement, safe and affordable housing, or community arts and culture can access funding through US Bancorp Foundation. Organizations based in and serving designated U.S. Bank communities, especially those led by people of color and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, may be competitive; journalism initiatives that fit these priorities may be eligible.
US Bancorp Foundation
Innovative Human Services Funding from Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services programs, including those based in Idaho, can seek support for new approaches to social problems. Focused on innovation, Creag Foundation invites smaller or evolving organizations to submit letters of inquiry for invitation-only funding opportunities addressing pressing societal issues.
Creag Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Youth Grants in Idaho
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving children and youth in Idaho can access funding through the Dan Paul Foundation for programs advancing health, education, development, and welfare. The foundation provides up to US $15,000 for initiatives such as early childhood development, child advocacy, homelessness and poverty services, environmental education, and refugee enrichment, which may include youth-focused journalism or media projects.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Social Impact Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan
Early-stage independent nonprofits and impact-first, mission-driven for-profits in Idaho tackling urgent social or environmental problems can apply for Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation’s support, with awards up to US $300,000. Organizations using scalable, systems-based models that directly benefit underserved communities, including those advancing journalism and public information access, may be competitive.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Grants for Global Education
Nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations using technology to address crisis response, education access, economic empowerment, or climate resilience can apply for Cisco Systems Foundation’s Global Impact Cash Grants, including work reaching Idaho; awards up to US $100,000 for innovative, early-stage programs. Organizations must primarily serve economically underserved communities and meet public charity equivalency requirements.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Idaho Arts Education Funding via Hearst Foundation
Nonprofit cultural institutions in the U.S. offering arts, science, or arts education programs, including those serving Idaho, can seek more than US $100,000 for program, capital, or limited general support; awards come from the William Randolph Hearst Foundation. Organizations with strong arts education, STEAM initiatives, or artist development efforts that reach large audiences may be competitive.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Grants for Community Health
Nonprofit organizations working on health, education, or community programs in Idaho may be eligible for funding to expand services and outreach. With a mission to advance equitable care and education, Labcorp Charitable Foundation provides U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations support for healthcare access, food pantries, STEM education, and related community initiatives that could include journalism-focused projects.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Youth Education Funding from Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Organizations such as nonprofits, schools, social enterprises, and public entities in Idaho working on education or youth-focused programs in the U.S. can apply for Michael & Susan Dell Foundation grants; awards are more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. Programs must serve urban low-income children or youth in education, health, or family economic stability.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
La Roche Support for Global Community Programs
Nonprofit charities managing humanitarian, educational, environmental, or arts projects can seek funding for high-impact community programs, including those in Idaho. Focused on humanitarian and social development, science education, community and environment, and contemporary arts, La Roche invites accredited charities to propose innovative, sustainable projects that may also encompass journalism-related education or media arts components.
La Roche, Inc.
Semnani Family Foundation Support for Global Health
Nonprofit and humanitarian organizations improving health, education, or disaster relief in marginalized communities worldwide, including the U.S., can seek funding to expand services and reach vulnerable populations. Semnani Family Foundation supports initiatives such as healthcare access, women and children’s health, humanitarian aid, and social services, which may benefit Idaho-based groups with international or domestic outreach.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Support for Nonprofits
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations conducting charitable, scientific, medical, or educational work, including those in Idaho with journalism-related initiatives, can apply for the Sidney Stern Memorial Trust’s broad program support. Eligible nonprofits must be tax-exempt under federal law and, when applicable, California law, and use all awarded funds within the U.S.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Community Programs Funding for Nonprofits from Bank of America Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Idaho seeking support for community-focused programs can apply for Bank of America Foundation’s sponsorship funding. Focus areas include basic needs like food and housing, workforce development and education, community development, arts and culture, the environment, and diversity and inclusion, which may benefit journalism initiatives tied to these priorities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Humanitarian and Social Services Funding from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Non-sectarian humanitarian and social service nonprofits in countries including the U.S. can apply for Gupta Family Foundation’s US $5,000 - US $250,000 grants to help disadvantaged people become self-reliant. Eligible organizations, including those in Idaho with journalism or media projects that address poverty, disability, or social exclusion, must typically be 501(c)(3)s with $300,000–$3,000,000 in revenue.
Gupta Family Foundation
Community and Humanitarian Funding for Nonprofits from Hansen Family Foundation
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Idaho and worldwide can seek Hansen Family Foundation support for programs serving children, education, animals, the environment, humanitarian needs, and arts and culture. Focused on broad community impact, the foundation invites smaller-budget organizations to apply, which may include journalism or media projects that advance its mission of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Hansen Family Foundation
Robinson Foundation Grants for Southern Programs
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Idaho journalism and media nonprofits serving communities in the Southern U.S. can access funding through the Robinson Foundation for programs addressing education, poverty relief, families, disaster response, health, animal welfare, conservation, veterans, or spiritual initiatives. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) public charities operating for over three years seeking single-year, non-capital support.
Robinson Foundation
Insperity Grants for Idaho Community Services
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting community services in Idaho can seek philanthropic grants or event sponsorships to advance their service and fundraising goals. Grants from Insperity help Idaho organizations that engage Insperity employees, are Insperity clients, or serve communities where its employees live and work; journalism-focused nonprofits may be eligible if they meet these criteria.
Insperity
Community and Environment Funding from Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Idaho nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations seeking support for community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding projects can access funding through Dudley T Dougherty Foundation. Journalism or media initiatives that advance these priorities, such as reporting on environmental or community issues, may be competitive if housed within an eligible charitable organization.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
TJX Foundation Grants for Idaho Youth Programs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Idaho 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting basic needs, at-risk youth enrichment, workforce readiness, or safety from domestic violence can access funding through TJX Foundation if they are within 15 miles of a TJX location. Programs that help vulnerable families and children build better futures may be eligible to submit a letter of inquiry.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Environment and Human Services Grants from Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries in Idaho working on environmental or human services programs can apply for Lawrence Foundation’s unrestricted grants of US $5,000 - US $10,000 to support program or operating needs. Journalism organizations that fit these categories and priorities may be eligible alongside applicants from across the U.S. and abroad.
Lawrence Foundation
Community Program Funding from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in the U.S. seeking support for community programs, education, arts, health, or environmental initiatives can apply for the Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation’s grants of US $1,000 - US $20,000. With a mission to help impactful nonprofits, the foundation may benefit Idaho organizations, including those whose work intersects with journalism or public information.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Grants for Idaho Basic Needs
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Idaho 501(c)(3) nonprofits addressing basic needs, community vitality, or volunteer-driven causes can apply for Ameriprise Community Grants supporting hunger relief, shelter, self-sufficiency, and local development. Grants from Ameriprise Financial help organizations across the U.S., with priority for communities near Ameriprise employee centers and strong Ameriprise volunteer engagement.
Ameriprise Financial
Broad Program Funding for Nonprofits from Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits, including those in Idaho, can apply for Dr Scholl Foundation’s $5,000 - US $25,000 grants to support education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, or environmental projects. Grants from Dr Scholl Foundation help Idaho journalism organizations that fit these categories strengthen community-serving programs and initiatives.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Community Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Idaho nonprofit organizations improving economic stability, health, workforce readiness, or disaster relief can access funding through O'Reilly Automotive Foundation for project, general operating, or capital support. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) or equivalent charities serving local communities, including those with journalism-related initiatives that address these critical services, may be eligible if they meet the foundation’s nondiscrimination requirements.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Union Pacific Foundation Support for Community Programs
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Idaho 501(c)(3) public charities running safety, workforce development, community vitality, or environmental sustainability programs can apply for Union Pacific Foundation’s Community Ties Local Grants, with awards of US $5,000 - US $30,000. Journalism and media nonprofits may be eligible if their projects advance these priorities in Idaho communities served by Union Pacific.
Union Pacific Foundation
Youth and Community Funding from Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Idaho working on youth development, basic needs, food security, housing, or environmental stewardship can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, offering US $30,000 - US $350,000 for impactful community programs. Journalism-focused nonprofits that also run qualifying community or youth initiatives may be eligible.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Mutual of America Foundation Grants for Partnerships
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Idaho with strong cross-sector partnerships addressing social issues can apply for the Mutual of America Foundation Community Partnership Award, a national U.S. competition. Grants from Mutual of America Foundation help journalism and other nonprofits highlight collaborative models that measurably improve communities and can be replicated or scaled to benefit additional areas.
Mutual Of America Foundation