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The Idaho Food Bank Fund
Thousands of children, families, and senior citizens across Idaho depend on access to free emergency food. The Idaho Food Bank Fund provides financial support to local nonprofits who offer this important service in their communities. Grant awards help these organizations—which are often volunteer-driven—cover vital costs and activities associated with their work.
The Fund was established by the Idaho State Legislature in 2009 and monies are accepted on behalf of donors by the Idaho Tax Commission through what is commonly known as a ‘tax check off’ on Idaho State tax returns. The Idaho Foodbank is the recognized fiduciary agent for the Idaho Food Bank Fund, which is administered through an agreement between three statewide organizations: The Idaho Foodbank, Catholic Charities of Idaho, and the Community Action Partnership Association of Idaho. Idaho Food Bank Fund legislation reads:
57-824. There is hereby created in the state treasury, the Idaho Food Bank Fund. Moneys in the fund shall be appropriated to The Idaho Foodbank to provide food, information and support services to hungry people of this state through partnerships with nonprofit agencies, the food industry, government, volunteers, corporations and individuals by serving as a central clearinghouse for donated and purchased food.
Information for Applicants
Who is Eligible:Any 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in Idaho whose services include hunger-relief. Applicants are NOT required to be a member of The Idaho Foodbank partner network, Catholic Charities, or the Idaho Community Action Partnership in order to apply.
Where do the Funds go to:Funds can be used to support ongoing hunger-relief programs and services, purchase food, and/or expand existing capacity (new freezers, shelving, transportation, etc). The typical grant amount is between $500 and $5,000.
Deadlines: The grant cycle opens July 1 each year and applications are accepted through August 1. Grant awards are announced in late September and funds are dispersed in early October. Recipients must submit progress reports in March and October.
How to Apply: The Idaho Food Bank Fund prefers applicants to use their online form, which can be found at www.idahofoodbankfund.org. Applicants can also download a fillable PDF from the website which can be completed and emailed to grants@idahofoodbankfund.org, or printed and mailed to the address below. Mailed applications must be postmarked by August 1.
Idaho Food Bank Fund
c/o The Idaho Foodbank
3562 South TK Ave
Boise, ID 83705
For More Information:Visit their website at www.idahofoodbankfund.org. You can also email them at grants@idahofoodbankfund.org or call Michael Shumann at (208) 577-2682 for more information.