First Federal Foundation Inc
First Federal Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Burley, Idaho. In 2024, it gave 34 grants totaling $104,871, all to recipients in Idaho. Its grants supported organizations and projects including food-bank improvements, therapeutic riding equipment, school safety and accessibility, rescue equipment, and community services.
First Federal Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: First Federal Foundation Inc gave $105K across 34 grants in 2024 (avg $3K), mostly in Idaho. 79% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $104,871
- -8.2% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 34
- -2.9% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $3,084
- -5.5% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $2,855
- Total assets
- $1,985,396
- +4.1% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 79% first-time grantees (27 of 34, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Idaho (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to First Federal Foundation Inc
- How to Apply
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The filing lists Valliann Nelson as the contact and requests a name, address, IRS status, and information about the request. It states that there are no restrictions on awards.
- Review Cycle
- June 16 and November 14.
- Deadline
- June 16 and November 14.
- Next open deadline
- November 20, 2026 (First Federal Foundation - Winter 2026 Grant Cycle (Southern Idaho))
- Contact
Application contact: Valliann Nelson
Mailing address: P O Box 249, Twin Falls, ID 83303
Phone: (208) 733-4222
Email: vnelson@bankfirstfed.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from First Federal Foundation Inc
Who First Federal Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Idaho Food Bank ($5K). Together the top 10 received $49K.
Grant Size Distribution
144 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 144 grants of 144 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All grant dollars reported for 2024 went to recipients in Idaho. Listed recipients were located in communities including Meridian, Twin Falls, Garden City, Castleford, Filer, Heyburn, Kimberly, and Boise.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 34 itemized grants.
Cities
Is First Federal Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
79%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 27 of 34 grantees (79%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $3K; repeat grants $3K. How we count
Medians: $3K first-time, $3K repeat.
- 9% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+16%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 111% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $85K (2020) to $114K (2023). In 2024 it made 34 grants totaling $105K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho Food Bank Meridian, ID | Loading Dock Improvements | $5,000 |
| Rising Stars Therapeutic Riding Ctr Twin Falls, ID | Equine Equipment | $5,000 |
| Astegos Inc Garden City, ID | Electric Pallet Jack | $5,000 |
| Uscri Refugee Programs Twin Falls, ID | 50 Bicycles | $5,000 |
| Castleford School District Castleford, ID | Fire Alarm System | $4,998 |
| Twin Falls County Fair Filer, ID | Building Enhancement | $4,998 |
| Minikoka County Fire Protection Dis Heyburn, ID | Rescue Equipment | $4,800 |
| Twin Falls Scholl District Special Twin Falls, ID | Assistive Tech Equipment | $4,800 |
| Love Yourself Kimberly, ID | Cargo Trailer | $4,695 |
| South Central Community Action PSHP Twin Falls, ID | Skide Steer Equipment | $4,615 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,985,396 | $184,843 | $106,211 | $104,871 | 34 | $104,871 | $90,083 | $94,592 |
| 2023 | $1,906,764 | $132,897 | $114,185 | $114,185 | 35 | $114,185 | $70,587 | — |
| 2022 | $1,888,052 | $226,323 | $86,185 | $85,890 | 23 | $85,890 | $21,922 | — |
| 2021 | $1,747,914 | $200,966 | $90,306 | $90,048 | 25 | $90,048 | $21,196 | — |
| 2020 | $1,637,254 | $176,636 | $85,316 | $84,939 | 27 | — | $18,578 | $78,128 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, First Federal Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $95K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for a range of Idaho organizations and projects. For example, Boise Contemporary Theater says it creates thought-provoking stories to help its community examine perspectives and better understand the world; Jerome Little Tigers Preschool says it provides childcare and early childhood education; and Buhl Family Network says it works to strengthen families in its community. Other grants supported equipment and facility improvements for organizations serving people experiencing homelessness, seniors, refugees, and people with disabilities.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 34 grants totaling $104,871. Grants ranged from $1,000 to $5,000, with a median of $2,855. Among the largest were $5,000 to Idaho Food Bank for loading dock improvements, $5,000 to Rising Stars Therapeutic Riding Center for equine equipment, $5,000 to Astegos Inc for an electric pallet jack, and $5,000 to USCRI Refugee Programs for 50 bicycles. Other notable grants included $4,998 to Castleford School District for a fire alarm system and $4,800 to Twin Falls School District Special for assistive technology equipment.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Lori Ward as president, Seth Collins as secretary, and Ron Clawson, Luke Schroeder, Zachary Kelsey, Angela Oliver, Cesar Perez, Dr. L. Dean Fisher, and Pamela McClain as directors.
First Federal Foundation Inc is led by Lori Ward, President-Di since 2024 (on filings since 2020); none of the 9 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Lori Ward
President-Di
President → President-Di, 2024
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Angela Oliver
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Cesar Perez
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Luke Schroeder
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Pamela McClain
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Ron Clawson
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Zachary Kelsey
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
L. Dean Fisher
Director
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Seth Collins
Secretary-Di
Director → Secretary-Di, 2024
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Marjorie McBride (2020–2021) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about First Federal Foundation Inc
How much does First Federal Foundation Inc give each year?
First Federal Foundation Inc gave $105K across 34 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $114K across 35 grants.
What is First Federal Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
First Federal Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $2,855, and its average grant was $3,084, across 34 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from First Federal Foundation Inc that year got $3K on average.
Where does First Federal Foundation Inc give grants?
First Federal Foundation Inc gives mostly in Idaho: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Twin Falls, ID (13 grants), Kimberly, ID (3 grants), Buhl, ID (3 grants) and Filer, ID (2 grants).
Does First Federal Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 34 grants with a stated purpose on First Federal Foundation Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
Who are First Federal Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
First Federal Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Idaho Food Bank ($5,000), Rising Stars Therapeutic Riding Ctr ($5,000) and Astegos Inc ($5,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 14% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is First Federal Foundation Inc?
First Federal Foundation Inc reported $2.0M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $105K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $95K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does First Federal Foundation Inc fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for a range of Idaho organizations and projects. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from First Federal Foundation Inc?
The filing lists Valliann Nelson as the contact and requests a name, address, IRS status, and information about the request. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is First Federal Foundation Inc's EIN?
First Federal Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 57-1141539. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 12, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 11, 2022)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Live grants for the work First Federal Foundation Inc funds
Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Nixa Affiliate Grantmaking Program Up to US $10,000 · Due October 19, 2026
- Community and School Grants $28,000 total pool; 10-15 grants expected · Due October 19, 2026
- Mary Pinola/Crescenta Valley Chamber Education Fund $500 - $5,000 for ongoing programs; up to $15,000 for Strategic Initiative Grants · Due October 19, 2026
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Cite this profile
Grantable. (2026). First Federal Foundation Inc funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 19, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/first-federal-foundation-inc-morg_f382dc04b767425580439e7e2e066ba4
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