Enduring Foundations Capital Campaign

 

Idaho Novus Classical Academy is a tuition-free, K-12 American classical public school which opened in Eagle, Idaho in 2024. Already a Hillsdale College K-12 member school, Idaho Novus Classical Academy’s mission is to train the minds and improve the hearts of students through a classical, content-rich curriculum that emphasizes virtuous living, traditional learning, and civic responsibility. Your support today will help bring a much-needed expansion to our campus, adding classrooms and a gymnasium, which will serve our community for generations to come.

Watch this video to learn more about our school and our vision for our expanded campus:

Every contribution helps to strengthen the foundation of our school community. Those who participate in Enduring Foundations are making an investment in the next generation, and consequently, the American Republic. Please consider making a donation today.

Need and Impact

Enduring Foundations is a fundraising appeal to support Idaho Novus Classical Academy, a school dedicated to providing a tuition-free, public, American classical education to Idaho students in Eagle, Emmett, Horseshoe Bend, and beyond. The name is a nod to the foundations of both Western Civilization and to the founding of our Republic. To fulfill our lofty mission, we are seeking to expand the literal foundations of our current building for our facility expansion to include both upper school classrooms and a full-size gymnasium. Join us in honoring our historic foundations and support our commitment to form future citizens who uphold the ideals of our country’s founding and promote the continuation of our American experiment. Every gift given to Idaho Novus Classical Academy helps to further this vision.

Contributing to the Enduring Foundations Capital Campaign will provide critical financial support to defer heavy expansion costs associated with a publicly funded charter school in Idaho. Additionally, your contribution will allow Idaho Novus Classical Academy school leaders to focus funds on where they are most needed.

With your support, Idaho Novus Classical Academy will become a beacon of light within the educational landscape of the Treasure Valley.

Vision

Check back soon for details and updates on our future campus expansion!

Idaho Novus Classical Academy will begin a large-scale expansion project in 2027. The expansion will include additional classrooms, such as a science lab, seminar room, and band room. We will also construct a full-size gymnasium at the same time. The planned growth of our facility will ensure that our efforts to form future citizens can continue through the full scope of a K-12 education.

 

The outcome of Enduring Foundations will determine the extent to which these spaces can be upgraded. Please consider making a donation to the Enduring Foundations Capital Campaign. This campaign will affect all of our students and offer assurance to the region that our mission is well supported and will continue in perpetuity.

Tax Benefits

Federal Deductions

The One Big Beautiful Bill was signed into law on July 4, 2025. Starting in 2026, individuals who take the standard deduction (non-itemizers) will now be able to deduct up to $1,000 in charitable contributions ($2,000 for married couples) on their federal taxes. For itemizers, there is now a deduction floor. Only contributions that exceed .5 percent of adjusted gross income will be deductible. Strategic planning will be needed to maximize benefits. Reference: One Big Beautiful Bill Act

Idaho State Tax Credit *Unique Opportunity*

In addition to federal tax credits applicable to 501c3 organizations, Idaho has a unique tax credit opportunity specifically for contributions to schools: Idaho Statute Title 63 Revenue and Taxation Chapter 30 Income Tax: Section 63-3029A. Under this rule, gifts to Idaho Novus Classical Academy may qualify for a 50% tax credit (a reduction in the actual tax you owe).  If you itemize your taxes, a donation to Idaho Novus allows income tax deductions on your state and federal returns, plus a 50% Idaho income tax credit. Reference: Idaho Statute Title 63 Revenue and Taxation Chapter 30 Income Tax: Section 63-3029A.

 

Idaho Novus Classical Academy does not provide any tax advice.  As such, any potential donor should consult with their tax advisor for details and applicability of the Idaho Education Tax Credit.

How to Give

When you contribute to Enduring Foundations, you are giving to a fundraiser that will exclusively benefit Idaho Novus Classical Academy.

 

Online Giving *Most Popular*

We are pleased to announce that our new giving platform on PayPal will make it easier than ever before to contribute to the future of our school with automatic payments. Every gift, whether given once or monthly, helps strengthen our school and secure its future. Even a small, recurring monthly donation will make a meaningful and lasting impact. (You can cancel at anytime.)

 

To set up your monthly gift today, please click here to donate via PayPal:

We suggest gifts of $100, $50 or even just $25/month, or give a one-time gift (for larger gifts, consider giving by check to avoid fees).

 

By Check *Best for Large Gifts*

To make our campaign goals a reality, we are counting on impactful gifts at various levels:

  • Platinum: $100,000+
  • Gold: $50,000-$99,000
  • Silver: $20,000-$49,999
  • Bronze: $10,000-19,999
  • Iron: $5,000-$9,999

These donors will be recognized on a beautiful, prominent display in our new gymnasium for generations to come.

In addition, for a limited time, naming rights are available for posterity for our full-size gymnasium with highway 55 frontage, our upper school science lab, and an upgraded seminar classroom.

If you would like to write a check, please send it payable to:

Idaho Novus Classical Academy
19255 N. McLeod Way, Boise, ID 83714

To give to our capital campaign, please include “Enduring Foundations” in the memo.

 

Other Gifts

We also accept stock gifts, qualified charitable distributions (QCDs) and donor advised funds (DAFs). Please reach out to us for instructions on sending these types of gifts.

 

Corporate Matching

Many employers offer matching gift programs as an incentive to encourage charitable contributions from their employees. Your gift could be doubled if you are affiliated with a company that has a matching gift program. Check with your human resources department to find out if your company has a matching gift program.

Night to Remember Gala

 

 

Our annual Night to Remember Gala celebrates the success of Idaho Novus Classical Academy while raising funds exclusively benefitting Enduring Foundations Capital Campaign. This year, our goal is $250,000 to help us formally launch Enduring Foundations to the community.

Questions?

For questions about Enduring Foundations Capital Campaign, please email giving@idahonovus.org.

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