On October 14, NeighborWorks Boise celebrated a major milestone when Bank of America presented the nonprofit with its 2026 Neighborhood Builders Award. The award includes $100,000 in grant funding spread over the next two years, plus leadership‑development opportunities and access to a national network of nonprofit leaders.
Why the award matters for Boise families
NeighborWorks Boise has long been a cornerstone of the Treasure Valley, helping local families secure stable housing, improve neighborhoods, and volunteer for community‑service projects. The new funding will allow the organization to expand its housing‑assistance programs, launch additional community‑development initiatives, and support more volunteers who assist seniors, veterans and people with disabilities through the annual Rake Up Boise event.
Bank of America’s Neighborhood Builders program
Since its inception in 2004, the Neighborhood Builders program has invested more than $346 million in nearly 2,000 nonprofits across the United States. The program’s goal is to recognize organizations that demonstrate measurable impact in their communities and to provide resources that help them grow.
Local leadership gains national support
NeighborWorks Boise CEO Bud Compher Jr. and COO Inga Hadder will receive leadership‑development training through the program, giving them tools to further strengthen the organization’s mission. Their participation underscores the importance of local leadership that is rooted in faith, family values and a commitment to individual liberty.
Rake Up Boise: A beloved community tradition
One of NeighborWorks Boise’s most cherished initiatives is the annual Rake Up Boise event. For more than forty years, volunteers have gathered to clear fallen leaves for seniors, veterans and people with disabilities throughout Boise, Meridian and surrounding Ada County neighborhoods. The event exemplifies the power of neighbor‑to‑neighbor assistance and offers families a simple, yet impactful way to serve their community.
Volunteer teams can be formed from coworkers, friends, family members or entire organizations. Those interested in participating can register through the NeighborWorks Boise website, where they will find details on how to sign up and what supplies to bring.
Looking ahead
The award’s funding will be directed toward expanding affordable‑housing counseling, increasing the reach of community‑development workshops, and bolstering the volunteer base for Rake Up Boise. By investing in these areas, NeighborWorks Boise aims to create more stable, thriving neighborhoods for Treasure Valley residents.
Community leaders, local businesses and residents are encouraged to support NeighborWorks Boise’s ongoing efforts, whether through donations, volunteering or simply spreading the word about the organization’s services.
Congratulations to the staff, volunteers and supporters of NeighborWorks Boise for this well‑deserved recognition. Their dedication continues to make the Treasure Valley a better place to call home.
Original reporting: 580 KIDO Talk Radio (Boise) — read the source article.
