To accelerate opportunities in Idaho, we invest in partners that share our vision for innovative solutions that produce results. From partnerships to initiatives, these collaborations seek to empower individuals, strengthen communities, and lead the way for all Idahoans.

The Alturas Advantage: Structure, Collaboration, and Leadership in Action

At Alturas International Academies in Idaho Falls, Idaho, the sights and sounds of learning are everywhere - from how the students collaborate with each other to solve real-world problems, how peer groups mentor each other in learning, and even how their classrooms are meticulously organized. As Michelle Ball, Alturas founder and Executive Director puts it, “Great schools are built on systems, with kindness and discipline as key attributes.”

THE J.A. AND KATHRYN ALBERTSON FAMILY FOUNDATION HAS GRANTED OVER $860 MILLION TO ACCELERATE OPPORTUNITIES IN IDAHO COMMUNITIES.

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Idaho EdNews: Over a Decade of Dedicated Journalism Benefiting Idaho Students

In the last decade, due to their commitment to credible, consistent education journalism, EdNews has built a national reputation as the go-to source for information about Idaho schools. They have also gained a reputation for rigorous reporting that delves into current issues and policy decisions, something their readers appreciate and have come to expect.

CAF EXPLORATION OF WINTER SPORTS

Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) Idaho held its second-ever Winter Sports Weekend for the year 2024 and it was a huge success with over 50 families participating. Athletes and their families gathered to join CAF for their three-day Winter Sports Weekend where they had the opportunity to engage in various winter sports alongside other adaptive athletes.

Granting $51.7 million across Idaho

In 2023, we granted $51.7 million to projects and partners whose work sharpens our vision. This was an exemplary giving year for the J.A. and Kathryn Albertson Family Foundation. We continue to advance our goals to make Idaho a leading model for innovative learning, a world-class destination for accessible recreation, and the most desirable state for life after the military.