Shoshone Project

07/27/2026

🎉 Exciting News!
We were recently featured in Eye on Sun Valley!
We're so proud of everything we've accomplished together already in 2026—from expanding food security with our new school snack program to helping launch a FREE Pre-K Readiness Program for local families. And we're just getting started! We're thrilled to begin this exciting new chapter under the amazing leadership of Naomi Spence, our new Executive Director.
A huge THANK YOU to our incredible donors, volunteers, partners, and friends. None of this would be possible without you! 💚
Check out the article and help us welcome Naomi to the Shoshone Project family!


🎉 ¡Tenemos una noticia muy emocionante para compartir!
¡Hace poco aparecimos en Eye on Sun Valley!
Estamos muy orgullosos de todo lo que hemos logrado juntos en este 2026: desde ampliar el acceso a alimentos con nuestro nuevo programa de snacks para las escuelas, hasta ayudar a lanzar un programa GRATUITO de preparación para Pre-Kínder para las familias de nuestra comunidad. ¡Y esto apenas comienza! Estamos muy emocionados por esta nueva etapa bajo el increíble liderazgo de Naomi Spence, nuestra nueva Directora Ejecutiva.
¡Mil gracias a nuestros donantes, voluntarios, colaboradores y amigos! 💚 Todo esto es posible gracias a ustedes.
¡Lean el artículo y ayúdennos a darle una gran bienvenida a Naomi a la familia de Shoshone Project!

Spence will start on Oct. 1 after 17 years of nonprofit leadership with the Hunger Coalition in Bellevue where she expanded food security programs and built collaborative partnerships.

07/15/2026

Exciting News - We are thrilled to share that Naomi Spence, formerly Executive Director of The Hunger Coalition in Bellevue, Idaho. has accepted the position of Executive Director of Shoshone Project, beginning October 1.
Naomi’s decision to join Shoshone Project is an incredible affirmation of our mission and the importance of our work supporting rural communities throughout Lincoln and Camas counties. Her experience, leadership, and deep commitment to strengthening communities make her the perfect person to help guide us into this next chapter.
This is an exciting moment for Shoshone Project—one that will allow us to deepen our impact, strengthen partnerships, and continue building an organization that will serve our communities for years to come.

A message from Naomi:
“When I first began working with Shoshone Project, I knew Shoshone mostly as a town I passed through on my way somewhere else. In just a few short months, the community leaders, educators, families, and students of Lincoln County have completely changed that perspective.
After nearly two decades working with families, one lesson stands out: financial hardship never tells the whole story. Families can struggle to make ends meet while also raising children rooted in love, strong values, hard work, and service to others. That is exactly what I have witnessed in Lincoln County.
I hope you’ll join me in supporting Shoshone Project. Together, we can help fuel the dreams, resilience, and community spirit that make these rural communities such special places—and create opportunities that will benefit generations to come.”

Welcome to Shoshone Project, Naomi! We can’t wait for this next chapter. 💙

03/24/2026

Listen in to our interview today with Candice Stark of the Shoshone Project and Rebecca Wood of the Lincoln County Youth Center! All about hardworking rural communities that deserve our support!

Boise State Public Radio's midday news show, featuring interviews with the people and policy makers of Idaho. Hosted by Gemma Gaudette. Airs Mon – Fri at noon.

03/19/2026

Join Us for a Chat with Boise State Public Radio!
(Monday, March 23rd at 12:15). Rebecca Wood of the Lincoln County Youth Center and Candice Stark of Shoshone Project will team up to chat with Gamma Gaudette of Idaho Matters on Boise State Public Radio. We will be talking about the needs of rural communities and the glaring rural philanthropy gap. One in five Americans live in rural areas, yet only 3 to 7% of philanthropic dollars reach these communities. Join the conversation! ......................................................... ¡Únase a nosotros para una charla con Boise State Public Radio!
(Lunes, 23 de marzo a las 12:15)
Rebecca Wood del Lincoln County Youth Center y Candice Stark de Shoshone Project se unirán para conversar con Gamma Gaudette de Idaho Matters en Boise State Public Radio. Hablaremos sobre la brecha de la filantropía rural. Uno de cada cinco estadounidenses vive en áreas rurales, sin embargo, solo entre el 3 y el 7% de los dólares filantrópicos llegan a estas comunidades. ¡Únase a la conversación!

02/13/2026

IMPACT REPORT!! In 2025, Shoshone Project invested over $244,000 in Lincoln County, Idaho. Over $127K in direct grants and the remainder in facilitated donations $30K in grants from other organizations and the remainder in in-kind donations like the Sprinter Van for the Shoshone School District. And we’re starting STRONG in 2026!
We are proud to announce over $40,000 in grants THIS MONTH to the Lincoln County Youth Center — a true gem in the community. Every school day, they support more than 80 youth through after-school programs and their new Early Learning Center.
When we invest in Lincoln County, we invest in families. In opportunity. In regional strength. Rural communities matter. Lincoln County matters. We are stronger together. Join us!

En 2025, Shoshone Project invirtió más de $244,000 en el condado de Lincoln, Idaho.
¡Y comenzamos el 2026 con FUERZA!
Nos enorgullece anunciar más de $40,000 en subvenciones para el Lincoln County Youth Center — una verdadera joya en su comunidad. Cada día escolar, apoyan a más de 80 jóvenes a través de programas después de clases y su nuevo Centro de Aprendizaje Temprano.
Cuando invertimos en el Youth Center, invertimos en las familias. En oportunidades.
En la fortaleza regional. Las comunidades rurales importan. El condado de Lincoln importa. Somos más fuertes juntos. ¡Únete a nosotros!

Our mission is to foster strong, resilient communities in Blaine and Lincoln counties by connecting people, ideas and resources. 

12/17/2025

Thanks, Tammie, and Building Material Thrift Store!

12/15/2025

Our Sixth Annual Warm Clothing & Food Drive is officially in the books… what an epic day!
Thanks to the amazing Wood River Valley, we were able to bring holiday cheer to 175 families in Lincoln County—think a mountain of amazing warm clothes, two bags of groceries, gifts for the kiddos, grocery store gift cards, and even a visit from Santa himself! 🎅💖
Over 65 incredible volunteers helped wrap presents, set up, and make the day run like holiday magic. And let’s not forget the local businesses, interfaith community, cookie bakers, donors, and everyone who pitched in—you made this epic day happen!
Our circle of connection is growing bigger every year. Thank you for helping us spread joy, one family at a time!