Idaho Education Grants

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in the western U.S. to support projects that promote understanding and appreciation of Japanese arts and culture through various community activities.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and government units in Idaho to create arts education projects that enhance K-12 learning experiences through effective educational strategies and artistic engagement.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and schools in Idaho to conduct public arts projects and events, requiring a match and compensation for professional artists.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in the Western United States that implement high-impact, sustainable programs benefiting their communities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Idaho that operate homeless shelters and family housing programs for low-income families.

This grant provides funding to organizations in Utah that focus on education, environmental conservation, social services, basic science, and healthcare for underserved populations, especially projects that intersect these areas.

This grant provides funding for educational projects that promote wilderness values and stewardship among youth and adults in Idaho, Montana, and Iowa.

This funding opportunity supports established arts organizations in Idaho that engage the community through public arts programs, promote education, and maintain high standards of artistic excellence.

This funding program provides financial support for projects that promote the recovery and conservation of grizzly bear populations and habitats in the western U.S., targeting nonprofit organizations, local governments, and agencies involved in bear conservation efforts.

This funding opportunity is designed to strengthen research capabilities in eligible jurisdictions by supporting collaborations among academic institutions, government agencies, and private industry to develop sustainable research infrastructure.

This program provides funding to non-profit organizations for innovative projects that improve the economic and social well-being of rural communities in several western states.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions in Twin Falls and Jerome counties, focusing on initiatives that improve food and nutrition security for local residents.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and community groups in Idaho that implement programs to prevent child abuse and neglect by strengthening families and addressing critical issues like trauma and poverty.

This funding opportunity supports the professional development of artists, arts administrators, and educators in Idaho by providing financial assistance for attending workshops, conferences, and other relevant events.

The Rocky Mountain Power Foundation offers grants to support arts and culture projects including arts festivals, cultural heritage, museums, music, theater/drama, and visual arts. These grants aim to enrich communities within the Rocky Mountain Power and Pacific Power service territories, which include Utah, Wyoming, Southeastern Idaho, Oregon, Central/Southeastern Washington, and Northern California. Applicants are encouraged to create an account and submit their proposals through the online grant application portal, focusing on projects that align with the foundation's mission towards education, civic and community betterment, culture and arts, and health, welfare, and social services. Grant renewed every year. Annual deadline: September 15th

The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) is soliciting proposals for projects that voluntarily conserve, restore, and improve habitat in the Intermountain West. Donor Name: National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) State: Idaho, Utah County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant | In-Kind Deadline: 08/06/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 3 Years Details: The objective of the Rocky Mountain Rangelands Program (RMR) is to work in focal landscapes in the region to restore and conserve wildlife species associated with sagebrush, irrigated meadows and aquatic systems while conserving the phenomenon of large mammal migration. Competitive proposals submitted under this RFP will support voluntary strategic projects that accelerate and implement conservation practices as identified in the Rocky Mountain Rangelands Business Plan. The following practices will be given priority consideration during this funding cycle: Projects that promote innovations in grazing management that result in sustainable livestock production, enhanced wildlife habitat and improved ecosystem services including increasing carbon sequestration Innovative and strategic management of annual invasive grasses Habitat enhancement through mesic area/wet meadow, sagebrush restoration and strategic conifer removal on Bureau of Land Management lands that may also include cross jurisdictional ownership Promote the removal or modification of fence or other anthropogenic obstructions to increase landscape permeability for wildlife Provide ranchers and community-led organizations with technical assistance to accelerate on-the-ground delivery and implementation of conservation and improved grassland management practices Building capacity through boots-on-the-ground positions which provide technical assistance to landowners that aligns with Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) priorities and increase landowner enrollment in Farm Bill programs Idaho Focus: There is dedicated funding available to support two positions in Idaho to work with NRCS staff and partners engaged in the Big Game Migration Initiative to develop an approach where existing Farm Bill programs could be strategically implemented in a way that maximizes benefits to both migrating animals and the working lands that support them. Utah Focus: There is dedicated funding available in Utah to facilitate implementation of conservation practices on working lands that will benefit wildlife and habitat by restoring, enhancing and/or managing rangeland habitats. Funding is available to support positions which will increase the pace and scale of voluntary perpetual conservation easements through Agricultural Conservation Easement Program – Agricultural Land Easements (ACEP-ALE) delivery and support technical assistance pertaining to Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) delivery on existing RCPPs in Utah. Preference will be given to projects that accelerate adoption of the most cost effective and sustainable approaches that exhibit a high likelihood of success. Projects with clear and direct benefits to sagebrush sparrow, sage thrasher, mule deer, pronghorn, Greater and/or Gunnison sage-grouse will be prioritized.  The Rocky Mountain Rangelands Program will award approximately $5 million. Major private funding provided by Cargill, Taco Bell, Nestlé, Capri Holding Ltd., with federal funding from the Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and the Natural Resources Conservation Service. Funding Information The Rocky Mountain Rangelands Program has approximately $5 million available in funding for the 2024 RFP. NFWF anticipates awarding between 10-20 grants with a suggested minimum requested amount of $100,000. Project duration may extend one to three years. For this cycle 1:1 non-federal match is encouraged as in-kind or cash contributions Eligibility Criteria  Eligible applicants include non-profit 501(c) organizations, U.S. Federal government agencies, state government agencies, local governments, municipal governments, Tribal governments, educational institutions. Ineligible applicants include for-profit entities and unincorporated individuals. For more information, visit NFWF.

The Robert F. Orr Charitable Foundation is seeking applications to dedicate charitable, educational and scientific purposes. Donor Name: Robert F. Orr Charitable Foundation State: Hawaii, Idaho, Utah County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/01/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Grantmaking Priorities Preference may be given to requests for the following: Environment foster environmental and conservation causes and programs support restoration projects Education K-12 grades STEM programs Job Training Human Services Disadvantaged Persons Disabled States served Hawaii Idaho Utah Requirements To be eligible, organizations must qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Applications must be submitted through online grant application form or alternative accessible application designed for assistive technology users. For more information, visit Wells Fargo.

The Eagle Arts Advisory Committee is now accepting applications from organizations or individuals seeking funding for projects or education that will enhance the artistic atmosphere and musical environment in the Eagle Community. Donor Name: City of Eagle State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/06/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Eagle Arts Advisory Committee (EAAC) is challenged to enrich the City of Eagle’s history and aesthetically enhance its sense of place. This is accomplished by responsibly promoting the arts for the benefit of the greater Eagle community and by introducing new opportunities that meet the cultural needs of a larger, more diverse community. The goal is to establish the City of Eagle as a destination city in Southwest Idaho.  Through this grant process, the goal of the EAAC is to grow the artistic opportunities for the City of Eagle, inspire people to take pride in this community, and provide reasons for the surrounding communities to bring people together to enjoy a variety of artistic offerings within Eagle. EAAC grant funds support artistic and cultural events & organizations, individual artists, community programs and educational opportunities benefiting the Eagle community. Grant support for all areas of the arts – visual, performing, musical, literary, and others – are considered by the EAAC. Funding Information  Grant awards usually range from $1000 to $5000. Eligibility Criteria  Preference will be given to non-profit 501(c)(3) applicants. EAAC does not approve funding requests for more than 50% of the project budget. No more than 20% of requested funding may be used on salaries. 80% of grant funds will be issued up front with the remaining 20% provided within 30 days of project completion and receipt / review of Final Report. Project or funds usage must be completed by the end of the 2024/2025 Fiscal Cycle – September 30, 2025. For more information, visit City of Eagle.

The Boise City Department of Arts & History Catalyst Grant program is a one-time funding opportunity that will support small-scale and mid-sized arts, history, and cultural activities such as public programs, events, projects, exhibitions, and tours throughout the year. Donor Name: Boise City Department of Arts & History State: Idaho City: Boise Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/07/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Catalyst Grant Pilot Program supports the Department of Arts and History’s (A&H) mission to cultivate a distinct sense of place which reflects Boise’s rich past, diverse communities, and unique natural setting by creating opportunities that nurture and sustain Boise’s creative economy. They envision the program helping to bring people together and build positive relationships that help create A City for Everyone. Funding Information This is a one-time pilot program with an open and competitive process, and prior funding through the Department of Arts & History does not guarantee funding. The Catalyst Grant Pilot Program offers a standard award size of $2,000. They expect to award a total of $40,000 in FY2024. Five (5) applications will be funded in each round. If five (5) applications are not fully funded due to low participation and/or because they do not meet eligibility or criteria, then the unexpended funds will roll over to the next round. Examples of Activities The Boise City Department of Arts & History strives to fund a wide range of projects and initiatives with an arts, history, or cultural focus, such as (but not limited to) the following: Projects, such as: Public Programs (such as presentations/lectures, workshops, walking tours, trainings, etc.) Events Performances Exhibits Educational opportunities Oral history projects Collaborations or innovative production that cultivates the cultural community Research, planning, and/or analysis that is available for Boise residents to help strengthen Boise’s cultural base Virtual and online projects of the above or other project, with a clear intent to reach Boise residents. Eligibility Criteria  To be considered for funding through the A&H grant program, proposals must: Be completed by an individual, as a representative of an organization, or as a representative of a nonprofit Friends group associated with a government agency. Directly benefit residents living within Boise City Limits. If the project involves an event, the venue must be located within Boise City Limits. Meet Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards regarding physical accessibility to project venues. Comply with the Department of Arts & History Equal Opportunity Statement: Boise City Department of Arts & History does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or disability. Include a budget using the template provided in the application and on the website. For more information, visit BCDAH.

This scholarship provides financial assistance to LGBTQ+ students from Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, or Washington who demonstrate leadership and face systemic barriers to education, prioritizing those in marginalized communities.