Blue Skies Foundation Inc
Historical FunderSandpoint, Idaho · EIN 47-4538022 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $8,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | BLUE SKIES FOUNDATION INC |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 2023, SANDPOINT ID 83864 |
| Phone | 2082558538 |
| SUSANJORDAN968@GMAIL.COM | |
| Form and materials | APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE THE BLUE SKIES FOUNDATION GRANT APPLICATION AND SUBMIT IT VIA EMAIL. THE APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE: - ORGANIZATION INFORMATION AND MISSION - PRIMARY CONTACT DETAILS AND ROLE - POSITION, QUALIFICATIONS, AND RESPONSIBILITIES - PROGRAM DESCRIPTION (GOALS, CONTENT, EXPECTED OUTCOMES) - YOUTH IMPACT (AGE GROUP, NUMBER OF YOUTH, DURATION/EFFECT OF IMPACT) - COMMUNITY PARTNERS AND COLLABORATORS - METHODS FOR MEASURING PROJECT SUCCESS - TOTAL GRANT FUNDING REQUESTED - BUDGET DETAILS (HOW FUNDING WILL BE USED) - ANY ADDITIONAL RELEVANT INFORMATION - APPLICANT REPRESENTATIVES SIGNATURE AND DATE |
| Deadlines | APPLICATION DEADLINE: APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN NOVEMBER 15 TO BE CONSIDERED FOR F |
| Restrictions | CHARITABLE PURPOSE: GRANTS ARE LIMITED TO ORGANIZATIONS WHOSE MISSIONS ALIGN WITH THE FOUNDATIONS PURPOSE TO "HELP BRING 'BLUE SKIES' TO THE YOUTH IN OUR COMMUNITY THROUGH VARIOUS PATHWAYS SUCH AS SCHOLARSHIPS, SCHOOL/UNIVERSITY PROGRAMS, MULTI-CULTURAL EXPERIENCES, AND COMMUNITY PROGRAMS." GEOGRAPHICAL AREA: PRIORITY IS GIVEN TO ORGANIZATIONS SERVING YOUTH IN THE SANDPOINT, IDAHO COMMUNITY. ELIGIBLE INSTITUTIONS: ONLY ORGANIZATIONS THAT MEET THE FOUNDATIONS MISSION AND REQUIREMENTS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR FUNDING. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Idaho.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ponderay Rotary Club | Ponderay, ID | Scholarships | $9,000 |
| Nishap | Sandpoint, ID | Flight scholarships | $8,000 |
| Ucan | Sandpoint, ID | Special needs exercise and education | $7,000 |
| Sandpoint Nordic Club | Sandpoint, ID | Scholarships, maintenance, supplies | $7,000 |
| Eaa Chapter 1441 | Sandpoint, ID | Scholarships | $6,400 |
| Sandpoint Youth Center | Sandpoint, ID | Program support | $5,000 |
| Food for Our Children | Sandpoint, ID | Food bank | $2,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $44,900 | 7 |
| 2023 | $42,300 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601329349104515
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 47-4538022
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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