Idaho Botanical Garden Donation Requests Grant

The Idaho Botanical Garden fosters community engagement by connecting people with nature. The Garden prioritizes requests related to education, cultural arts, and public events. With limited donations each year, interested parties are encouraged to submit requests at least one month before their events. More information can be found on their website.

In 1984, The Idaho Botanical Garden was established on a 42-acre site of old prison grounds leased from the Idaho State Historical Society and the State of Idaho. Local botanist, Dr. Christopher Davidson, assembles the first board of directors comprised of 17 civic leaders and professionals. The Garden founders and board built an irrigation system, nature trails, and planted two acres, including the Meditation, Rose and Herb Gardens.
IBG supports local organizations, nonprofits, and Treasure Valley schools through redeemable event vouchers and Garden memberships. We prioritize requests from organizations that serve our region through:
Education and/or clubs that directly affect students Cultural arts Support for military families and first responders  Environmental stewardship Events that are open to and stimulate public participation
We receive a large number of requests every year and donations are limited. If making a request, please fill out the form here. Please, no phone calls or physical mail requests.

Eligibility

Donation requests must be made one month prior to the date of the event.

Ineligibility

IBG does not provide donations to individuals, political campaigns, out-of-country missions, or for-profit organizations and businesses.