First Federal Foundation
The First Federal Bank’s Board of Directors is deeply committed to supporting local efforts that enhance the wellbeing and quality of life of the people who live and work in our communities. To that end, in 2003, First Federal established the First Federal Foundation. The mission of the Foundation is to serve the needs of its communities by actively seeking community development opportunities to support educational, civic, health, human services, social, and cultural organizations that address these objectives. Twice a year, the Foundation accepts applications and awards grants to fund local non-profits. To date, the First Federal Foundation has awarded over $1.5 million to organizations serving our communities.
The Foundation offers two grant cycles (Summer and Winter) per year.
Applications for the First Federal Foundation are now closed and will reopen October 1, 2026
Summer 2026 Grant Recipients
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Organization |
Project Description |
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Community Helping Hands (Hagerman) |
Commercial Freezer |
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Buhl School District (Popplewell Elementary) |
Drinking Fountain |
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Jerome Senior Center |
Refrigerator |
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Wonderfully Made Baby Blankets |
Fabric and Supplies |
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Meridian Library Foundation (Cherry Lane Library) |
Youth Books |
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Boys & Girls Club of Canyon County |
Playground Fence |
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Twin Falls Senior Citizens |
Dining Room Chairs |
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South Fork Boise River Association |
Automated External Defibrillator (AED) |
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Family Justice Center Foundation |
Minidoka County Fairgrounds (Upgrades to Cattle Barns) |
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Breaking Chains Academy |
Medication Lockbox |
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Caldwell Senior Center |
Fridge and Freezer |
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Learning Lab |
New Carts and Shelving |
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Blanket Blessings (Blankets for CASA) |
Picnic Table and Gazebo |
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Two in Two Out (Burley Fire Department) |
Uniforms and Portable Team Shelter |
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US Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) |
Water Heater and Shelter Repairs |
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Magic Valley Model Railroaders |
Roofing Material |
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Gooding Senior Center |
Chairs |
