Grant InfoRMATION
WGA welcomes your interest in applying for Grant Funding.
We distribute applications starting December 1, 2025. If you'd like to get an application, please email grants@womensgiftalliance.org.
Our ANNUAL GRAnt Program
WGA awards annual grants through a collaborative selection process directed by our membership.
We look for organizations that make a significant community impact.
Our Funding Criteria
We invite proposals from organizations whose work demonstrates one or more of the following:
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Addresses a critical community problem
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Enriches the fabric of our community
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Fosters collaboration or strategic partnerships
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Creates a bold new venture
Is Your Organization Eligible?
To apply for a WGA grant, your organization must meet two key requirements:
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Geographic Focus: Your services must benefit residents of Kootenai County.
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Non-Profit Status: Your organization must be a qualified 501(c)(3) under the IRS code or meet the charitable guidelines established by the Idaho Community Foundation.
Grant Timing & Re-application Policy
To ensure we can support a wide variety of organizations, we have a waiting period for our Pooled Fund (PF) Grants.
New Policy (For grants awarded in 2025 and after): Organizations receiving a PF Grant are subject to a five-year waiting period before re-applying.
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Example: A 2025 grant recipient will be eligible to apply again for the 2030 grant cycle.
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Note: Finalist awards are not subject to this waiting period.
Previous Policy (For grants awarded prior to 2025): Our previous three-year waiting period still applies.
grant Process and timeline
Applications for 2026 Grants are due January 26, 2026.
To receive an application, please email the Grants Committee at grants@womensgiftalliance.org.