The Valley County Community Impact Grant Program provides annual funding to support nonprofit and community-based organizations delivering essential social, human, and community services that benefit Valley County residents.

Funds are designed to supplement projects and services not already funded through other grant programs and that would otherwise fall to Valley County to provide. Priority areas include, but are not limited to:

• Senior programs
• At-risk youth services
• Early childhood education
• Substance abuse prevention and recovery
• Domestic violence prevention and support
• Transportation 
• Housing
• Animal shelter and welfare support
• Community services or programs that strengthen the quality of life in Valley County 
• Other community needs as identified

Annual Funding Pool:
Approximately $200,000 is allocated annually (subject to yearly budget approval).

Grant Type:
Single-year, non-matching grants. Funds are disbursed in one lump sum. Partial funding may be awarded at the County’s discretion.

Eligible Applicants

• Nonprofit organizations with active 501(c)(3) status
• Community-based organizations
• Special districts or public service entities (e.g., senior centers, schools, community resource programs)

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicants must:

• Operate within or provide direct benefit to Valley County residents
• Have been established for at least one year
• Submit all required documentation and complete application materials

Applications for the 2026 fiscal year are now open through December 31st! 

Apply Here > https://www.co.valley.id.us/departments/CountyCommissioners/GrantForm