CWI Giving Day Thank You from Gordon Jones
Giving Opportunities
There are a variety of ways to give to CWI including:
- Scholarships
- Program Support
- Endowments
- Fundraising Events
- CWI License Plates
- In-Kind Gifts
- Gift Planning
- Employee Giving
How to Give
Choose to contribute online, in-person, or by mail. Gifts made to the CWI Foundation may be tax deductible.
About the Foundation
The Foundation supports the mission of CWI through the development and creation of resources that will improve and advance the College, its programs, and students.
Learn more about the Foundation's mission, and meet the staff and board members dedicated to the cause.
Giving in Action
Nagel Foundation Scholarship recipient, Wade Kindberg, is working toward his future career as a student in CWI's Advanced Mechatronics Engineering Technology program. Through the support of this $3,500 scholarship, Kindberg has been able to explore his interests and learn new skills while getting hands-on experience.
Alumni
Join CWI's growing community of successful alumni. Committed to providing graduates with ongoing support through their continued achievements and milestones, we invite you to stay connected, get involved, give back, and discover resources as you embark on the next chapter of your journey.
FAQs
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Is my gift tax-deductible?
Yes! The CWI Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Our taxpayer identification number is #27-1159705.
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Will my gift qualify for the Idaho Education Tax Credit?
Donations to the CWI Foundation may qualify for a 50% tax credit for Idaho residents — a reduction in the actual tax you owe.
Your tax benefit is dependent on your personal income level and filing status. Please consult your tax advisor to learn more.
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How do I decide where to give?
There are over 20 giving opportunities available during CWI Giving Day. The choice is yours! Each time you make a gift online, you can direct your gift to up to five different designations.
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Can I give you my gift in person?
Yes! Visit the CWI Foundation office at the College’s Nampa Campus Micron Education Center in Room 203 to make a donation in person.
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How do challenges and matches work?
Challenge gifts have been pledged by generous donors to College of Western Idaho. Each challenge, once the goal is met, will release an additional donation. Goals can be based on the number of donors, or the amount of dollars raised.
Matching gifts are dollar-for-dollar donation matches, up to a certain amount. When you make your gift, the matching donors will make an equal gift.
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Can I give stock or securities?
Yes! Please contact the CWI Foundation at 208.562.3100 for information on transferring stock or securities directly to our brokerage account.
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How can I help CWI Giving Day succeed?
Spread the word! Let your friends, family, and colleagues know that you’ve made a gift and encourage them to give, too. Post on your social media accounts tagging College of Western Idaho using the hashtag, #cwigivingday. Whatever method you choose, your support will help CWI Giving Day be a success.
Contact Us
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Vice President, Advancement
208.562.3035
markarstein@cwi.edu
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Assistant Chief Development Officer, Philanthropy Planning
208.562.3059
ryangerulf@cwi.edu
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Assistant Chief Development Officer, Strategic Initiatives
michaelkeller@cwi.edu
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Director, Foundation
208.562.3160
michaeljensen2@cwi.edu
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Foundation Operations & Database Coordinator
208.562.3159
ladawnanderst@cwi.edu
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Administrative Assistant III
208.562.3156
stephanieboren@cwi.edu
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Join Bank of Idaho as they bring back their annual Swing for the Green event to Boise!
Thursday’s CWI Night at the Boise Hawks raised $775 to fund student scholarships.
The College of Western Idaho Foundation scholarship application period for the 2023-2024 academic year is now open.
CWI cheered on the Idaho Steelheads to another victory at a bonus CWI Night!
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Albertsons Companies Foundation has pledged to donate $12,000 to Campus Garden and Food Pantries as part of CWI Giving Day.
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Nearly 250 CWI group tickets were sold for CWI Night, March 15. Students, employees, family, friends, the community members came together to raise $1,240 for student scholarships.
Bank of Idaho’s Swing for the Green Charity Golf Tournament Series benefiting College of Western Idaho was a huge success, as the event raised $58,400 to support student scholarships.
College of Western Idaho took over Idaho Central Arena in a BOLD way Feb. 22 to raise $1,1700 in scholarships during CWI Night at the Steelheads.
Thanks to a huge turnout from our College of Western Idaho community, CWI Night at the Idaho Steelheads raised $1,265 to fund student scholarships on Feb. 8!