Chc Foundation
The CHC Foundation is Idaho's second-largest private foundation and the largest foundation in Southeastern Idaho. Based in Idaho Falls, the foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization established in 1985 following the closure and liquidation of Community Hospital's assets. The foundation's name derives from "Community Hospital Corporation." It is an independent organization not affiliated with any other organizations or corporations.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$13.7M
+5.9% YoY
Annual Giving
$561K
+20.7% YoY
Grant Count
41
+2.5% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$14K
+17.7% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Chc Foundation reported a distributable amount of $699K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's mission is to provide grants to publicly supported, tax-exempt, non-profit organizations in the greater Eastern Idaho region. The foundation prioritizes "innovative and enriching projects which serve the public interest and well-being, and significantly improve the quality of life for the people of the ID region which it serves."
The foundation supports a broad range of community interests, including:
- Arts and culture
- Education
- Science
- Social services
- Environment
- Community and economic development
- Human services
- Family services
- Child welfare
- Services for older adults
The foundation does not name specific goals for human services giving, instead focusing on supporting innovative and effective organizations that best serve community interests. Other human services giving appears to target services for vulnerable people and families.
Grantmaking
The foundation provides grants for project support as well as capital support, including "the purchase of fixed material assets, such as real estate, equipment, and machinery."
Grant Range
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Average Grant
$8,000–$16,000
Grant Types
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation supports a ten-county region in Eastern Idaho, with funding restricted to Idaho. The foundation's service area includes cities such as Idaho Falls, Boise, and Jackson.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets & Revenue:
- Total assets: $13,661,150 (as of 2024)
- Total revenues: $959,424 (2024)
- Total expenses: $860,960 (2024)
- Net income: $98,464 (2024)
- Investment income and dividends: $320,575 (2024)
Giving History:
- Total giving (2024): $560,648
- Total awarded this year: $465,000
- Cumulative grants since 1985: Over $22.5 million
- Annual giving has grown from $505,000 in 2021 to $1.5 million in 2022
The foundation has supported 87 unique organizations with grants ranging from $524 to $155,000.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $13,661,150 | $12,905,985 | $11,042,782 |
| Revenue | $959,424 | $751,428 | $233,700 |
| Expenses | $860,960 | $1,291,630 | $956,920 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $656,777 | $555,683 | $848,564 |
| Net Investment Income | $863,656 | $663,294 | $199,920 |
| Distributable Amount | $699,145 | $599,840 | $647,975 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
218 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Chc Foundation
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include College of Eastern Idaho ($100,000), Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Center ($46,607), Island Park Ham Radio Club ($46,115).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| COLLEGE OF EASTERN IDAHO IDAHO FALLS, ID | FUND FUTURE TECH BUILDING CONSTRUCTION | $100,000 |
| DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND SEXUAL ASSAULT CENTER IDAHO FALLS, ID | 1 MILE WALKWAY | $46,607 |
| ISLAND PARK HAM RADIO CLUB ISLAND PARK, ID | 60' ROHN COMM. TOWER | $46,115 |
| BONNEVILLE COUNTY FAIR BOARD IDAHO FALLS, ID | IMPROVEMENTS TO 4-H HORSE ARENAS AT BONNEVILLE COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS | $22,262 |
| IDAHO FALLS RESCUE MISSION IDAHO FALLS, ID | FUNDS FOR NEEDED ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE IN THE DINING HALL AND KITCHEN, FURNITURE FOR HAVEN SHELTER | $20,132 |
| CHAMPS HEART IDAHO FALLS, ID | PURCHASE PICKUP TO HAUL HORSES AND HAY | $20,000 |
| PIONEER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SALMON, ID | ACCESSIBLE PLAYGROUND UNIT | $20,000 |
| SNAKE RIVER ANIMAL SHELTER IDAHO FALLS, ID | ADD ON A SEPARATE BUILDING FOR DOG TRAINING | $20,000 |
| TETON VALLEY HEALTH CARE DRIGGS, ID | PURCHASE A VERATHON GLIDESCOPE | $17,431 |
| REGIONAL COUNCIL FOR CHRISTIAN MINISTRY IDAHO FALLS, ID | PURCHASED USED PICKUP TRUCK WITH SNOWPLOW BLADE ATTACHED | $17,058 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The foundation's leadership includes President Richard Fowler and Vice-President Margaret A. Leverett, among other officers and trustees. The foundation is governed by 11 officers and trustees who serve without compensation.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MARGARET A LEVERETT | PRESIDENT | 2 | — |
| RICHARD FOWLER | PAST PRESIDENT | 5 | $1,500 |
| KRISTOFFER SMITH | VICE PRESIDENT | 1 | — |
| SCOTT LEE | TREASURER | 1 | — |
| CHER STONE | SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| ALICE PIKE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| LESLEE MARTIN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| RALPH ISOM | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| SARA PRENTICE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JEFFREY E KELLER MD | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation continues active grantmaking with regular award announcements. In 2024, the foundation awarded more than $500,000 in grants to organizations across its Eastern Idaho service region. The foundation maintains an active grants awards page documenting recent recipients and grant amounts.
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What does Chc Foundation fund?
The foundation's mission is to provide grants to publicly supported, tax-exempt, non-profit organizations in the greater Eastern Idaho region. The foundation prioritizes "innovative and enriching projects which serve the public interest and well-being, and significantly improve the quality of life for the people of the ID region which it serves." The foundation supports a broad range of community interests, including: • Arts and culture • Education • Science • Social services • Environment • Co…
How do I apply for a grant from Chc Foundation?
**Grant Types & Support:** The foundation provides grants for project support as well as capital support, including "the purchase of fixed material assets, such as real estate, equipment, and machinery." **Grant Sizes:** • Median grant: $6,000–$7,000 • Average grant: $8,000–$16,000 • Range: $524–$155,000 • Typical awards: $155–$155,000 **Application Process:** The foundation accepts applications twice per year during two granting periods: March and August. Information about applications is avai…
Where does Chc Foundation make grants?
The foundation supports a ten-county region in Eastern Idaho, with funding restricted to Idaho. The foundation's service area includes cities such as Idaho Falls, Boise, and Jackson.
What size grants does Chc Foundation award?
In 2024, Chc Foundation awarded 41 grants totaling $561K — an average of about $14K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Chc Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Chc Foundation reported a distributable amount of $699K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Chc Foundation's EIN?
Chc Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 82-0211282. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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