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 Summer 2025 grants will open May 1! 


 

Winter 2024 Grant Recipients

Organization Project Description
Astegos.org Electric Pallet Jack
Children's Museum of the Magic Valley Early Childhood Development Supplies
Filer School Foundation Forestry Class Teaching Equipment
Idaho School for the Deaf and Blind Storage Container
Jerome Little Tigers Preschool and Daycare Dishwasher
Magic Mountain Ski Patrol Radio Equipment
Magic Valley Marlins Portable Speaker System
Minidoka County Fire Protection District Confined Space Rescue Equipment
Mount Harrison Heritage Foundation ADA Restroom Renovations
South Central Public Health District Child Car Seats
South Central Community Action Partnership Skid Steer
Twin Falls School District Special Education Assistive Learning Technology Equipment
Trinity New Hope, Inc. Smoke Detectors for Homes
Twin Falls Rapids Soccer Video Equipment
USCRI Refugee Programs Bicycles
Valley House Homeless Shelter Bedding
West End Senior Center Tables

Click here to view previous Foundation Grant recipients.

Organizations applying for First Federal Foundation Grants must qualify as exempt organizations under Sections 170(c)(1), 170(c)(2), or 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

Foundation Financial Information - Form 990-PF

If you have any questions, please contact Angela Wells at [email protected].

Funding decisions will be made by the Foundation’s Board of Directors, who meet biannually in July and December. Grant awards are generally to capital projects between $1,000 - $5,000. The Foundation encourages applications from organizations throughout Southern Idaho including the Magic Valley, Treasure Valley, and Mini-Cassia area.

The Foundation does not provide grants to support the following:

  • Individuals
  • Political causes
  • Religious organizations
  • Private clubs

When completing a grant request, organizations will be asked to provide the following information:

  • Tax ID/EIN#
  • Year of Incorporation
  • Community/Population Area Served 
  • Description of Project, or Portion of Project, and Anticipated Costs 
    • Including detailed information (e.g., budget, bids for work) is appreciated
  • Project Timeline
  • Dollar Amount Requested
  • Optional Materials that Can Be Included:
    • Cover Letter
    • Letters of Recommendation