Live Generously.
Inspiring a Community of Giving in the Wood River Valley
Spur believes impactful philanthropy helps ensure that the Wood River Valley is a robust, compassionate, and thriving community. We work to guarantee this continues for generations to come.
Your Community Foundation
Our Approach
Working on behalf of both Donors and Nonprofits, we advocate, advise, and educate to help our community thrive.
Donors
Spur enables donors to support the community with clarity, convenience, and confidence, guiding them toward more impactful giving.
Nonprofits
By providing grants, advisory services, and professional development opportunities, Spur empowers local nonprofits to succeed.
Impact At a Glance
Driving philanthropic investments that support Idaho’s Wood River Valley.
$43M
Total Donations
Received
$26M
Granted Locally
1,278
Grants to 96
Local Nonprofits
from our founding in 2016 through December 31, 2024
Our commitment to seeing your dollars do good. We do not charge fees on donations or fund balances. 100% of what you give is available to grant.
Personalized attention to help you meet your charitable goals and track your impact.
The depth, breadth, and timeliness of our knowledge about local nonprofits and our strong relationships with their leaders.
Our ongoing investment in the local nonprofit sector. This support includes both funding and professional development to help organizations operate more efficiently and effectively.
Learn more about how we work with donors and nonprofits.
What Makes Us Different?
Testimonials
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Michelle, Christine, and Heather
“I saw Spur mentioned in the paper and it piqued my interest. I wanted to know all the possibilities for giving here, and Sally and her team are so connected. They have been an invaluable resource in guiding my family’s philanthropy.”
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Sandy and Jodi
“What attracted us to Spur was the ability to get information about all the Wood River Valley nonprofits in one place. Spur understood our gifting preferences and was able to match them to organizations that had the most immediate needs. We highly recommend Spur as your gifting resource.”
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Mary
“Being able to participate in the Executive Director Leadership program came at a perfect time. Having a local community foundation that knows our community’s needs intimately and connects those needs to resources is invaluable.”
How can we help you?
Our Community
The quality of life in the Wood River Valley did not just come to be. We have an abundance of arts, activities, facilities, and opportunities that exist because of generosity. To be a member of our community is to live generously.