Get Involved
From education and environmental causes to arts and culture and health and human services, it’s the work of nonprofits, the generous donations, and the willingness to give that have shaped this place for the better.
Get Involved
Find ways to get involved with Spur and our community.
Volunteer
Visit Spur’s Volunteer Hub to find opportunities to give your time and talent to Spur and other Wood River Valley nonprofit organizations. Some opportunities are date/time specific; others are general interest signups. Click the button below to connect with your community!
Board of Directors
Spur’s Board of Directors plays a vital role in setting Spur’s strategic direction, ensuring its sustainability and efficacy, and directing its service to the community in a manner consistent with its bylaws.
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We have the following expectations of our board members:
Participate in board meetings and prioritize attendance
Come to meetings prepared having read all background material provided in advance
Be informed about the organization’s mission, services, policies, and programs
Serve on committees and offer to take on assignments as one’s capacity allows
Contribute knowledge and expertise where relevant
Make a personal contribution reflecting Spur as a top philanthropic priority
Participate in fundraising efforts, including making introductions, stewardship of donors, and soliciting new donors in accordance with fundraising goals and strategies
Suggest possible nominees to the board who can make significant contributions to the work of the board and the organization
Assist the board in carrying out its fiduciary responsibilities
Represent the organization in a positive and supportive manner
Follow conflict-of-interest and confidentiality policies
Participate in strategic planning retreats, board self-evaluation programs, and board development workshops, seminars, and other educational events that enhance skills as a board member
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Spur is currently seeking 1-2 new Board members whose attributes and expertise align with current priorities.
Understanding of the circumstances faced by our Valley’s most vulnerable and at-risk populations
Seeking: strategic planning, legal, full- or part-time residents
Marketing and communications
Investment and asset management for charitable foundations
Passion for philanthropy and connection to our Valley
People interested in being considered should contact us by emailing askus@spurfoundation.org
Advisors
Spur initiated the Advisory Board to expand the circle of people guiding our strategic development. Advisors participate in Board meetings in a nonvoting capacity, serve on committees, and attend Spur events according to their interests, provided there is space available.
In addition to intellectual support, Spur asks its Advisors to make an annual contribution to the operating budget. Spur’s business model is based on internal stakeholders, such as our Board Members, Advisors, and grateful donors, funding annual operations so that 100% of other donations can flow out to the community without being assessed administrative fees.
A nomination and approval process involving Spur’s Board of Directors governs the selection of Advisors.
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Spur is currently seeking to augment its advisor ranks with people who have knowledge and experience in the following areas:
Understanding of the circumstances faced by our Valley’s most vulnerable and at-risk populations
Grantmaking
Marketing & communications
Data visualization and reporting
For more information about the Advisory Board, please email AskUs@Spurfoundation.org
Careers
Opportunities with Spur Community Foundation:
Executive Director (posted 1/23/26)
Follow this link to learn more about the position and how to contact the search firm
Click here to download the position profile
Opportunities with Other Local Nonprofits:
Below are local nonprofit job opportunities. Please note that this is not a comprehensive list. If you’re interested in working for a local nonprofit, you may also want to check the Idaho Mountain Express classifieds or the Idaho Community Foundation job board.
Wood River Land Trust (posted 7/6/26):
Associate Director, click here.
Blaine County Education Foundation (posted 6/12/26):
Executive Director, click here.
The Hunger Coalition (posted 6/5/26):
Director of Philanthropy, click here.
Far + Wise (posted 5/26/26):
Operations and Enrollment Associate, click here.