The Bews Foundation
Accepts applications
The Bews Foundation is a private foundation in Twin Falls, Idaho. In tax year 2025 it gave $947,500 in 34 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $200,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$947,500
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$25.1 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2025 was up from $883,500 the year before.
53% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $876,500 | 25 | $23.2 million |
| 2023 | $944,500 | 22 | $21.7 million |
| 2024 | $883,500 | 33 | $22.5 million |
| 2025 | $947,500 | 34 | $25.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Derek Pica 1140 S Allante Ave, Boise, ID 83709 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (208) 336-4144 |
| What to submit, deadlines, restrictions | See website at www.bewsfoundation.org |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Bews Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Idaho.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho | 32 | $752,500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $175,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boise State University Foundation | Stadium expansion | $200,000 |
| Fidelity Inv Charitable Gift Fund | Donor advised fund | $175,000 |
| Friends of Zoo Boise | Education center | $100,000 |
| College of Idaho | Scholarship | $75,000 |
| The Idaho Foodbank | School pantry program | $35,000 |
| College of Western Idaho | General operations | $30,000 |
| Children's Museum of Idaho | General operations | $25,000 |
| Meridian Food Bank | General operations | $25,000 |
| Treasure Valley YMCA | Caldwell YMCA | $25,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Western TV | Capital campaign | $20,000 |
| Jesse Tree | Emergency rental assistance | $20,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of SW Id | Youth mentoring | $15,000 |
| Boise Philharmonic | K-12 music education program | $15,000 |
| Ride for Joy | General operations | $15,000 |
| St Johns Food Bank | General operations | $15,000 |
| Boise Public Schools Foundation | Student aid fund for emergencies | $10,000 |
| Discovery Center of Idaho | General operations | $10,000 |
| Faces of Hope | General operations | $10,000 |
| Family Advocate Program | General operations | $10,000 |
| Family Justice Center | General operations | $10,000 |
| Genesis Community Health | General operations | $10,000 |
| Good Samaritan League | General operations | $10,000 |
| Idaho Botanical Gardens | General operations | $10,000 |
| Learning Lab Inc | General operations | $10,000 |
| St Alphonsus RMC Auxiliary | General operations | $10,000 |
| Treasure Valley Habitat for Humanit | General operations | $10,000 |
| Women's & Children's Alliance | General operations | $10,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Silver Sage Council | Scholarships | $7,500 |
| Girls on the Run | General operations | $5,000 |
| Idaho Diaper Bank | General operations | $5,000 |
| Idaho Wildlife Federation | General operations | $5,000 |
| Log Cabin Literary Center | General operations | $5,000 |
| Mountain Home Military Affairs | General operations | $5,000 |
| West Ada Education Foundation | Myls and college fair | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael W Sullivan
- Larry D Braga
- Derek Pica
- Lois K Fletcher
- John Berg
Questions people ask
Does The Bews Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: See website at www.bewsfoundation.org.
How much does The Bews Foundation give?
$947,500 in tax year 2025, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Bews Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael W Sullivan (Director), Larry D Braga (Director), Derek Pica (Director) and Lois K Fletcher (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Bews Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and food and hunger.