Press Releases
Community College Donation
J.A. and Kathryn Albertson Foundation Announces $10M in Funding Intended to Help Make the College of Western Idaho a Near-Future Reality
May 31, 2007: Boise, Idaho- J.A. and Kathryn Albertson Foundation, the Boise-based family foundation started in 1966 by Joe and Kathryn Albertson, today announced a donation of $10M to help jump-start the College of Western Idaho in the Treasure Valley.
Governor Applauds Result of Community College District Vote
C.L. "Butch" Otter Governor News Release
May 23, 2007: Boise - Governor C.L. "Butch" Otter issued the following statement today regarding Tuesday's approval by voters in Ada and Canyon counties of creating a community college district for southwestern Idaho.
Community College Statement
Statement from the J.A. and Kathryn Albertson Foundation
May 22, 2007: Boise - The J.A. & Kathryn Albertson Foundation is extremely pleased with yesterday's successful election results to establish a community college district in the Treasure Valley.
Major Pledge Allows CDL Kroc Community Center to Break Ground in June
May 12, 2007: Coeur d'Alene — The pledge of an Idaho family foundation has propelled Coeur d’Alene’s fundraising drive for the Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center (RJKCCC) to a total of more than $6,054,000.00. The J.A. and Kathryn Albertson Foundation has pledged a $1,000,000.00 gift, Mayor Sandi Bloem announced.