Idaho Community Foundation Inc
Idaho Community Foundation Inc (ICF) is a 501(c)(3) public charity and community foundation based in Boise, Idaho. Established in 1988, ICF is Idaho's largest statewide community foundation, stewarding more than 750 charitable giving funds with deep roots throughout the state. The organization operates with staff and board members located across all regions of Idaho and maintains a commitment to understanding and addressing local community needs.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$260.6M
+13.8% YoY
Annual Giving
$12.8M
+29.2% YoY
Grant Count
348
+10.1% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$37K
+17.3% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: To help Idahoans strengthen their communities through philanthropy, elevating nonprofit impact, and connecting Idahoans.
ICF's work addresses critical gaps in philanthropic investment across Idaho. The foundation supports nonprofits working on key community challenges including:
- Housing affordability and housing stability
- Childcare and early childhood development
- Health and human services
- Education and economic opportunities
- Arts and culture
- Environment and animal welfare
- Community benefit initiatives
Grantmaking
ICF distributes over 1,500 grants annually to 755+ organizations across all 44 Idaho counties. In 2025, the foundation awarded over $20.1 million to Idaho nonprofits, community organizations, and students.
Grant Range
$3,000 - $634,543
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
ICF operates throughout all 44 Idaho counties with regional offices and philanthropic advisors in:
- East Idaho (Idaho Falls region)
- North Idaho (Coeur d'Alene region)
- South Central Idaho (Twin Falls region)
- Southwest Idaho (Boise region - main office)
Since its inception, ICF has granted over $220 million across all Idaho counties.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets: $229-$260 million (as of 2023)
Annual Revenue: $20.3 million (2023)
Annual Expenses: $13.9 million (2023)
Annual Grantmaking:
- $11.3 million (2023)
- Over $20.1 million (2025)
Investment Performance:
- 2023 return: 16.6%
- 10-year average return: 7.0%
Staffing: 20 employees
Tax Status: 501(c)(3) with unconditional exemption; donations are tax-deductible. IRS ruling date: April 1993. EIN: 82-0425063.
Charitable Giving Funds: 750+ funds
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $260,620,230 | $229,038,456 | $199,427,714 |
| Revenue | $38,904,382 | $20,258,862 | $26,070,799 |
| Expenses | $17,384,786 | $13,858,084 | $14,259,994 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $13,405,660 | $7,447,679 | $5,724,159 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
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
250 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
13 open opportunities from Idaho Community Foundation Inc
East Idaho Grant- F.M., Anne G., and Beverly B. Bistline Foundation Fund
IDAHO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC
Amount
US $3,000 - US $10,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Forever Idaho Grant Program - Northern Region
IDAHO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC
Amount
Up to US $25,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Forever Idaho Regional Grant Program - Eastern Region
IDAHO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC
Amount
Up to US $25,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Principal Officers:
- Steve Burns, President & CEO (since 2022)
- Kevin Bailey, Vice President, Impact and Nonprofit Center
Regional Philanthropic Advisors:
- Rich Ballou, CFRE - East Idaho
- Bill Pfinsgraff - North Idaho
- Clark Hyvonen - South Central Idaho
- Marty Beck - Southwest Idaho
Board of Directors (representing all regions of Idaho):
- Tim Adams (Boise)
- Mary Jo Ambrosiani (Sandpoint)
- Jody Azevedo (Coeur d'Alene)
- Misty Benjamin-Lopez (Idaho Falls)
- Jill Cryder (Nampa)
- Daryl Fauth (Hailey)
- Nikoli Gree
Board members are selected based on integrity, community knowledge, commitment to philanthropy, and distinguished professional backgrounds.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| TIM ADAMS | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| CANDI ALLPHIN | PAST CHAIR | 1 | — |
| MISTY BENJAMIN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JILL CRYDER | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| FRANCES ELLSWORTH | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DARYL FAUTH | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| TIM HAMILTON | TREASURER | 1 | — |
| MATT HUNTER | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| ANNE JACOBY | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| GEORGE JUETTEN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| TOM KILLINGSWORTH | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JON KIMBERLING | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| HANNAH LIEDKIE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| LORI MCCANN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| THERESA MCLEOD | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| SALOME MWANGI | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| ERIN NUXOLL | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DOUG OPPENHEIMER | CHAIR | 1 | — |
| DANIELLE QUADE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| VAUGHN RASMUSSEN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DEBRA RIEDEL | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| HEIDI ROGERS | SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| J WALT SINCLAIR | VICE CHAIR | 1 | — |
| MARY VAGNER | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| STEPHEN WEEG | MEMBER AT LARGE | 1 | — |
| MARK YOUNG | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| STEVE BURNS | PRESIDENT & CEO | 40 | $228,000 |
| JUDY RAMOS | VP, FINANCE & OPS | 40 | $159,503 |
| KEVIN BAILEY | VP, IMPACT AND NONPROFIT CENTER | 40 | $18,114 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
In October 2024, the Idaho Nonprofit Center merged into The Idaho Community Foundation, strengthening ICF's capacity to respond to community needs and support the Idaho nonprofit sector. Over the following 12 months, the combined organization developed a new strategic plan.
Area nonprofits land $42K in ICF grants | Bonner County Daily Bee**Strategic Goals:**
ICF has set an ambitious goal to achieve $30 million in annual grantmaking by 2028, demonstrating commitment to expanding philanthropic impact across Idaho.
**Recognition:**
ICF holds a four-star rating reflecting strong accountability, finance management, and organizational culture. The foundation is recognized for its professionalism, expert money management, and history of outstanding service to Idaho communities.
[PDF] Audit of the Financial Statements - Idaho Community FoundationSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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