WE AMPLIFY THEM

Musicians across Boise are coming together for The Ripple Effect with one goal: raise $20,000 in direct relief for local families facing real financial strain. In just 48 hours, families began applying for help, proof that when our community shows up, it truly matters.

Culture isn’t just celebrated here, it’s lived, shared, and passed on. The Idaho Island Festival creates space for connection, pride, and belonging across generations.

Katelynn Poe was more than a headline, she was a daughter, a sister, and a mother of six whose family says her final days raised questions that still haven’t been answered. Now, the people who loved her are asking for help to fund an independent medical review so her children can one day know the truth about what happened to their mom.

Trinity Cook has spent her life helping others heal, and now she’s fighting for her own life after being diagnosed with aggressive breast cancer. Her community is coming together to support her treatment and remind her she’s not alone.

In the midst of unimaginable loss, Brianna’s family is now facing overwhelming and unexpected expenses, including medical costs, funeral and memorial arrangements, and the difficult process of bringing her home. This fundraiser exists to help ease that burden, allowing them to focus on grieving, healing, and holding one another close. Every contribution, no matter the size, is a meaningful way to honor Bri’s life and support the family she loved so fiercely.

Dolls for Dementia is a Treasure Valley fundraiser dedicated to bringing comfort, calm, and connection to people living with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Inspired by my grandmother, Alice Stewart, this project provides realistic therapy dolls to local memory care facilities—simple tools that restore dignity, reduce anxiety, and remind patients they are still needed, still loved, and still here.

Adnana has always been a source of strength and connection in our community. Now, as she faces Stage III breast cancer, that same community has the chance to support her in return.

Kacey is a Treasure Valley mom on dialysis who is searching for a kidney donor. A transplant would give her freedom from dialysis and more time with her daughter. Donations help support medical costs, travel, and daily needs while she waits. Please give or share if you’re able.