Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

Foundation

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Required status

  • 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status

Other requirements

  • The organization or program must provide a direct service or scholarship to youth (colleges and universities are included).
  • School music programs must apply for funds to be used for the purchase or rental of music instruments for their students.
  • Complete the Grant Application and provide any additional documents that are asked for.

Not eligible / not funded

  • Not eligible: Directly to individuals
  • Not eligible: The JWJF is unable to provide grants directly to individuals.

Overview

The John William Jackson Fund, established in 2000, supports Idaho youth through academic scholarships, performing arts grants, and outdoor sporting experiences. With over $1 million in grants given, the fund helps organizations that provide direct services or scholarships to youth, particularly in music programs. Eligible organizations must be 501(c)3 non-profits and may include schools, colleges, and youth organizations. The fund does not provide grants directly to individuals.

Join the John William Jackson Fund in our mission to advance academic scholarship, performing arts, and outdoor sporting for Idaho youth.
The John William Jackson Fund was established in memory of John Jackson in 2000 by friends and family, including Marcus and Pat Meier, and Bill and Jackie Jackson. In 2017, the Fund reached the $1,000,000 milestone in total grants given since its inception.
Provide academic scholarships to colleges and universities for deserving students.Provide grants to performing arts organization to reach children who may not otherwise have the opportunity to see these performances.Provide grants to youth organizations that provide youth outdoor sporting experiences.Provide grants to schools and schools districts to purchase or rent instruments for their students.

Eligibility

To be eligible for a grant, organizations must meet the following requirements:Currently hold 501(c)3 non-profit statusmost schools and school districts have this status.The organization or program must provide a direct service or scholarship to youth (colleges and universities are included).School music programs must apply for funds to be used for the purchase or rental of music instruments for their students.Complete the Grant Application and provide any additional documents that are asked for.

Ineligibility

The JWJF is unable to provide grants directly to individuals.

What Idaho Community Foundation Inc actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024
348
Total given
$12.79M
Median grant
$14K
Range
$5,069–$1.62M
  • By dollars: Idaho 98%, Montana <1%, Utah <1%. Top recipient cities: Boise, ID; Pocatello, ID; Twin Falls, ID.
  • 85% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
  • 30% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

Example grants

  • Treasure Valley Family YMCA · Boise, ID

    Support general operations for health and wellness

    $1.62M

  • Advocates for Survivors of Domestic Violence Incorporated · Hailey, ID

    Support general operations for health and wellness

    $1.04M

  • University of Idaho Foundation Inc · Moscow, ID

    Support general operations for educational and economic opportunities

    $765K

  • Family Justice Center Foundation of Idaho · Nampa, ID

    Support general operations for housing stability

    $570K

  • Esther Simplot Performing Arts Academy Inc · Boise, ID

    Support general operations for arts and culture

    $340K

IRS Form 990, 2024. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Nonprofits
  • Music education
  • Youth programs
  • Performing arts

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