Joey's on the Prowl for Families in Need "I'm not just fetching sticks — I'm fetching solutions." This scrappy office dog and his boots-on-the-ground team (mostly Maira!) have been paw-trolling the community all month, sniffing out families who need support at the Hailey Library, Hunger Coalition food distributions, Senior Connection lunches, and even making the trek to the City of Carey. Because no neighborhood is too far when you're on a mission. And the results? Let's just

The Advocates' Thrive Kids Early Learning Center and BCCF have teamed up to put childcare assistance directly in the hands of families who need it most — no extra applications, no delays. Because Thrive Kids had already vetted qualifying families, BCCF granted funds directly to Thrive to deploy where needed. Childcare is often a family's second-biggest expense after rent, and keeping parents able to work is central to BCCF's mission. We're proud to partner with organizations

Idaho Gives—a program of the Idaho Community Foundation and powered by ICCU—returns May 4–7, 2026, uniting communities across the state to support local nonprofits through collective giving and awareness. Since its launch in 2013, Idahoans have contributed more than $33 million through Idaho Gives. In 2025 alone, donors set a record with $5.1 million raised. This year’s goal is an ambitious $6 million, with more than 700 nonprofits participating statewide, including nearly

The Blaine County Charitable Fund has released its 2025 Impact Report , highlighting a year defined by rising need, rapid response, and community-driven support. As economic pressures, housing instability, and shifting access to public benefits impacted more households, the Fund provided critical assistance to neighbors facing urgent financial crises—many for the first time. Throughout the year, support from donors and partners made it possible to help families remain house

Hi humans, Joey here. I sniffed through the 2025 Impact Report so you don’t have to (you’re welcome). Here’s what I found, pretty paw-some stuff: Helped 334 households (that’s a lot of new friends) 50% were brand new faces (I love meeting new people…especially if they have snacks) Delivered 2,700 hours of coordinated care (that’s more hours than I nap…almost) 46% avoided eviction (which means more cozy homes—very important) 6 families bought their forever homes (FOREVER homes

" The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others. " - Mahatma Gandhi. At BCCF, we are constantly reminded that while financial support fuels our mission, it’s the hands, hearts, and time of our volunteers that truly bring it to life. During Volunteer Appreciation Month , a simple “thank you” hardly feels like enough. When individuals step forward—not just with gifts, but with their energy, passion, and belief in our cause—they become an essential p

STORY AND PHOTOS BY KAREN BOSSICK Liz Keegan fought back tears as she addressed a gymnasium full of people happily slurping soup from handmade ceramic bowls. “By my calculation, one of every 75 residences in our valley is here,” said Keegan, who serves on the board of the Blaine County Charitable Fund. “This is community. And you’re here because you care about your community, you take care of your neighbors.” Indeed, the community came together Sunday at the Presbyterian Chur

In partnership with Boulder Mountain Clayworks and the Church of the Big Wood , BCCF is happy to be hosting the 14th annual Empty Bowls event on February 1, 2026 . This beloved community gathering raises vital funds for Blaine County Charitable Fund's financial assistance programs, helping local families in need. By registering early , you can purchase a handmade bowl for $25 and fill with generous https://windermeresunvalley.com/ helpings of soup, chili, salad, br ea

On behalf of the Blaine County Charitable Fund, our board of directors, staff, and applicants, thank you for creating hope for so many in our community! Together we raised over $225,000, secured our $40,000 matching grant and received $4,500 in Avenues for Hope prize $$. That means at least 162 families will be able to maintain stability in 2026... Thanks to YOU! In gratitude, Mary Fauth, Executive Director

Avenues for Hope is TODAY, and BCCF is participating in this statewide effort to highlight critical resources that ensure Idahoans in need have access to safe, stable, affordable housing and supportive services. To inspire giving during Avenues for Hope, on this opening day for statewide giving to support housing resources like BCCF's, the Hope Partnership Foundation will provide additional matching $$ on top of our previously secured $40,000 matching donors. GIVE TODAY , and

Through every ruff patch, we stand strong together! The 3rd quarter of 2025 was a busy one for the Blaine County Charitable Fund. Families and individuals came to us facing unexpected expenses or working hard to stretch consistently low incomes—and together, we made a difference. In just three months, BCCF provided over $96,000 in direct assistance to help our neighbors stay stable and secure: 74 applications were approved, supporting 59 unique households 60% receive

Blaine County Charitable Fund is proud to sponsor this production by the Liberty Theater Company. During a third-grade lesson on the civil rights movement and Rosa Parks, a Latino eight-year-old raises their hand to ask, "Where did we sit on the bus?" And the teacher can't answer the question . This coming-of-age story examines finding identity in art, family, and culture, and what being Latino means through the eyes of a child, turned teenager, turned adult. On Tuesday, Oc

Our incredible friends at the Windermere Foundation are hosting the First Annual Sun Valley Windermere Foundation Golf Tournament—and...

In collaboration with the nonprofit organization Money Fit, Blaine County Charitable Fund (BCCF) will be offering FREE “Financial...

In honor of Financial Literacy Month, and in collaboration with the Hunger Coalition and the nonprofit organization Money Fit, Blaine County Charitable Fund will be offering FREE “Debt Reduction and Credit Building” strategy sessions April 10th & 11th . Sessions will be conducted in English from 4:00-6:00 p.m. and in Spanish from 6:00-8:00 p.m. The offering will take place at the Hunger Coalition, with dinner and childcare to be provided. Topics will include: · Lear

STORY AND PHOTOS BY KAREN BOSSICK Wood River Valley residents went gaga for bowls Sunday. Ceramic bowls created by potters at Boulder...

Every Friday, as we issue emergency rent and down payment assistance, we witness firsthand the profound relief it brings to our local...

New research from the Urban Institute reveals a critical gap in how we measure financial stability. While the A.L.I.C.E. (Asset Limited,...

Fridays are special at BCCF—they’re days of hope and celebration. This is when the clients we’ve worked tirelessly to support all week...

by Tony TEKARONIAKE EVANS, Mt. Express "The nonprofit Blaine County Charitable Fund is teaming up with the Sun Valley Realtors Give...