Join College of Western Idaho (CWI) in Powering the Treasure Valley with affordable, accessible, employable education! Your investment will open doors to endless possibilities for CWI students, transforming educational opportunities in Nampa, Boise, and beyond. Explore the giving options below to find what works best for you.
Invest in students — College of Western Idaho's (CWI) highest priority. Nearly 300 scholarships are awarded to CWI students each academic year, totaling nearly $500,000 in scholarship funds. Your contribution to scholarships will make a significant impact on students both inside and outside the classroom.
Serving more than 30,000 students each year, CWI is fueling the economy with educated and highly-skilled employees. The competitive edge our students develop through education and hands-on training in one of the College's programs helps advance the local and global workforce.
Your support to a program through a monetary donation or in-kind gift ensures CWI continues to meet the needs of students, industry, and our community.
An endowment is a gift made to the CWI Foundation, the principal of which is preserved in perpetuity. By establishing an endowment, you are creating a legacy of support for the College and our students.
Through an initial investment of $25,000 or more, accrued interest on an endowment can fund scholarships, support programs, or be set up as an unrestricted gift. Additionally, endowments may be established in honor of an individual or in memory of a loved one.
To establish an endowment, please contact the CWI Foundation.
Be a positive impact in the lives of students by getting involved in events hosted by the College and the CWI Foundation to raise money for student scholarships. From Opening Doors to CWI Nights, these events are not only a great way to make a difference but can also be a fun and rewarding experience.
A portion of each College of Western Idaho specialty plate purchased supports student scholarships at CWI. 
An In-Kind Gift is a voluntary contribution of goods or services that can be used to advance and/or support the mission of the College and the CWI Foundation and may qualify as a charitable deduction for the individual(s) making the gift.
Secure a lasting legacy by supporting future generations of students through thoughtful financial and estate planning. Gift planning allows you to make a meaningful impact with your assets, while potentially enjoying income and tax benefits. Explore a range of options to contribute to CWI, from donor-advised funds and qualified charitable distributions to gifts of securities and bequests in your will.
CWI employees can choose to dedicate a portion of each paycheck to give to the College and our students. To set up employee payroll deductions, please email foundation@cwi.edu.
