Our education event will recognize Women’s History Month with a panel talk on “Facts and Effects of Current Legislative Policies on Women.” We are focusing on educating members and guests on “facts and effects,” not on opinions or political leanings. Because we will be talking about legislation already passed, our panelists will use their expertise…
This committee meeting will cover the ins and outs of evaluating the grant proposals that you will be assigned to review in your interest area. We will discuss what can make a proposal more impactful and what may indicate some red flags needing further review. Our goal of this meeting is to give us the…
On January 18, 2024, many IWCF members and guests braved icy roads and winter weather to attend the first IWCF educational event of the year. They would not be disappointed. Shaila Buckley, the founder of Shaila Buckley Law and law partner, Rachel Murphy, shared essential information about estate planning in a clear and easily understood…
Mark your calendars for our annual fun-filled holiday party! We will be celebrating this year with our fellow members and friends in person at Hillcrest Country Club. Please join us for heavy hors d’oeuvres and a no-host bar. $30/person. Guests welcome! Register Here. Please RSVP by November 28. Tuesday, December 5, 2023 6:00 – 8:00…
“Meeting the Need for Affordable Housing for Seniors” – November 8, 2023 An overflow crowd of 72 members and guests learned of the complex nature of providing affordable housing for a growing demographic of seniors in Idaho, who, for many reasons, find themselves needing assistance with a place to call home. Adrienne Lane-Martin, IWCF…
Save the date for this evening education event featuring a panel of local professionals in the mental health sector. A recent CDC press release states “Nearly 3 in 5 (57%) U.S. teen girls felt persistently sad or hopeless in 2021 – double that of boys, representing a nearly 60% increase and the highest level reported…
Join us in celebrating 22 years of educated philanthropy and collective giving in Southwestern Idaho! Connect with fellow members and new guests while enjoying hors d’oeuvres and a hosted bar. Remarks and recognition of IWCF members at 6:15 p.m. Guests are welcome! Monday, September 12, 2022 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Home of Arlene McCarthy Eagle,…
In 2014, we awarded the Idaho Shakespeare Festival a grant of $20,000 for a van to take actors and their stories out into many areas of Idaho where theater has not been readily available to the community! Over the last several years, we are fortunate to have had the opportunity to volunteer at the festival.…
Join us on May 8th at the Annual Meeting & Grants Award Celebration. We’ll celebrate our 2024 grant recipients, introduce incoming IWCF board members, and recognize those who have completed their board service. Social & Dinner Buffet 6:00 pm | Program 7:00 pm Barber Park Education & Event Center, 4049 S Eckert Rd, Boise Register…
We had a wonderful evening at the Annual Meeting and Grants Presentation. 147 members, guests, and grantees gathered at the Barber Park Events Center to celebrate the $209,683 in pool-fund grant awards this season! Eight grantees shared through video what funding means to their program and the people they serve. We also welcomed new board…