Committees

As a sub-recipient of the House Idaho Collaborative’s grant funds, you will need to fill out the HIC Required Training form AND complete the trainings listed below. If you have any questions, reach out to Heidi.

SNAP Trainings

• To access SNAP trainings click here.

FY 25-26 Fourth Quarter (April – June 2026)

1. FindHelpIdaho.org

• If in Boise, sign up for an in-person course here.
• Find Online training videos here.
• FindHelpIdaho Toolkit

2. Mainstream Resources: SOAR, SSDI and SSI

As of August 18, 2025, the SAMHSA SOAR TA Center has closed due to changes in Federal priorities and funding.

HIC will pass along any information we hear regarding SOAR, SSI, or SSDI in Idaho.

The SOAR model remains recognized by the Social Security Administration (SSA) and Disability Determination Services (DDS). Idaho is committed to continuing SOAR work and is navigating next steps for a new training and data systems, expected to launch in 2026. Thank you for your patience during this transition. For questions, please contact SOARInquiries@dhw.idaho.gov.

Find out more here.

3. Mainstream Resources: Food Stamps/SNAP/WIC

• Module 1 Video | Slides
• Module 2 Video | Slides
• Module 3 Video | Slides
• Module 4 Video | Slides

HIC Required Training Forms
After you are finished with the trainings above, please fill out the applicable form below:

• Case Managers Form
• Access Points Form 

FY 26-27 First Quarter (July – September)

1. Mainstream Resources: 2-1-1 and TAFI 

• View the PowerPoint here.

2. Mainstream Resources: Substance Use Disorder Programs

• Register here.
• Review IDHW’s Substance Use Disorder Treatment Site.
• IDHW Substance Use Resources. 
• Contact your local 2-1-1 representative

3. Mainstream Resources: Employment Assistance Programs

• Watch the video here.
• Additional Resources
  • IDOL Employment Transition Services English | Spanish
  • Employment Services Website.
  • Idaho’s Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Dislocated Worker program.
  • How to file a claim for Unemployment Insurance (UI) Benefits.
  • Job search resources.

HIC Required Training Forms
After you are finished with the trainings above, please fill out the applicable form below:

• Case Managers Form
• Access Points Form

FY 26-27 Fourth Quarter (October – December)

1. Fair Housing

• Fair Housing for Public Providers – Part 1
• Fair Housing for Public Providers – Part 2
• Fair Housing for Public Providers – Part 3
• Fair Housing for Public Providers – Part 4

2. Coordinated Entry

• Coordinated Entry Overview

FY 25-26 Third Quarter (January – March 2026)

1. Equal Access Rules & Not Separating Families

• Watch the video here
• Access the presentation here

2. Understanding Racism & Homelessness

• Access the presentation here

3. Trauma Informed Care (TIC) and Survivor-Centered work

• Access the presentation here
• Access another presentation here (slides only; video is unavailable at this time).

HIC Required Training Forms
After you are finished with the trainings above, please fill out the applicable form below:

• Case Managers Form
• Access Points Form

3. HIC Overview

If you have never done HIC Onboarding before, please watch ALL overviews below. Otherwise, watch the overview(s) for which you need a refresher. 

• HIC Overview – HUD & CoC
• HIC Overview – HIC Committees 
• HIC Overview – Administrative Agency
• HIC Overview – Benefits, Membership, Goals & Tools 

HIC Required Training Forms
After you are finished with the trainings above, please fill out the applicable form below:

• Case Managers Form
• Access Points Form

SPRING 2026 MATERIALS

• Meeting Book
• Meeting Minutes 
• PowerPoint
• Meeting Handouts – Coming Soon!
• Meeting Recording  Passcode: Sr+q5&yW 

Fall 2025 MATERIALS

• Meeting Book
• Meeting Minutes 
• PowerPoint 
• CE System Report
• Meeting Recording

Action Items:

• HIC members to submit nominations by February 1^st to HEIDIS@IHFA.ORG
• HIC members to provide feedback on housing first language and approach to their Guiding Idaho representatives.
• HIC members to submit stories of people becoming homeless due to increased rent or loss of work to Jamies@ihfa.org for the State of Homelessness in Idaho report.
• HIC members to send Anna Johnson-White from Boise VA information about homeless veterans for their by-name list. Anna.Johnson-Whitehead@va.gov
• HIC members to send any suggestions on Gem State Housing Alliance to ali@gemstatehousing.org . You can sign up for their newsletter at www.gemstatehousing.org.
• HIC members to take Workforce Housing 101 course before January if interested: http://www.leaphousing.org/housing-101
• Regional Coalitions to continue reporting successes, challenges, opportunities, and changes to HEIDIS@IHFA.ORG.
• Region 2, 4, and 6 to nominate new HIC Committee representatives in April.
• Guiding Idaho representatives to discuss governance charter changes with regional coalitions in November for December vote.
• Engaging ID to discuss suggested missing Board voices.
• Access Points to implement the new coordinated entry scoring model.
• Mandy to send Amanda application materials and flyers for the Corps housing units in Nampa.
• IHFA SNAP Team to apply for UFA Status for the HIC in January
• Heidi and Rosanna to discuss eligibility of 6 PSH rental units toward 100-unit goal

Guiding Idaho is the executive board of HIC providing guidance and facilitating the vision, mission, goals, strategies, priorities, and outcomes of the Continuum of Care (CoC). The current executive board members are listed below.

Meets quarterly in March, June, September and December | 9 – 11 a.m.
Secretary: Heidi Sellick-Diaz, heidis@ihfa.org

Board Members

Chair: Jamie Simpson

Vice Chair: Betsy Bowling

Region 1: Chris Green

Region 2: Autumn Schafer

Region 3: Betsy Bowling

Region 3 (Alternate): John Stennett

Region 4: Rosanna Campbell

Region 5: Jared Mangum

Region 6: Dena Skinner

Boise CoC: Casey Mattoon

Domestic Violence Rep: Patty Wheeler

Dept. of Commerce: Tony Tenne

Dept. of Corrections: Daina Drake

Dept. of Education: Emily Kesler

Dept. of Health and Welfare: Miren Unsworth

Dept. of Labor: Rico Barrera

US Dept. of Veterans Affairs: Anna Johnson-Whitehead

Lived Experience Rep: Mandy White

HIV/AIDS Rep, Family Medicine Health Center: Zena Ebed

Housing Developer and Landlord Rep, The Housing Company: Erin Anderson

Advisory Members: None at this time.

Minutes

• • June 2025 
  • March 2025
  • December  2024
  • September 2024

Housing Idaho works with Guiding Idaho to find funding opportunities and introduce creative solutions to increase the supply of affordable housing and supportive services throughout Idaho. Committee members provide education, technical assistance, and support ensuring that efforts and strategies meet federal and local goals for ending homelessness.

Meets 4th Wednesday of the month, 9:30 – 11 a.m. MST | Zoom

To contact any of the members below or view meeting minutes email the secretary.
Secretary: Itzel Chavez ItzelC@ihfa.org

Chair(s): Margie Potter, Bud Compher

Committee members:

• • Region 1, Annie Parker
  • Region 2, Casey Bolt
  • Region 3, Margie Potter
  • Region 3 (alternate), Bud Compher
  • Region 4, vacant
  • Region 5, Sarah O’Banion
  • Region 6, Robert Swiston
  • LEP Rep, Charles Hale
  • IHFA: Itzel Chavez

As the data collection, analysis, and reporting body, Informing Idaho coordinates with other agencies and data sources to provide a comprehensive picture of clients, services, and unmet housing needs. Committee members work in conjunction with the HMIS Lead (IHFA) on projects to fulfill requirements outlined by HUD including the annual Point-in-Time (PIT) count.

Meets 3rd Wednesday of the month, 2 – 3 p.m. MST | Zoom

To contact any of the members below or view meeting minutes email the secretary.
Secretary: Sonali Thombare, sonalit@ihfa.org

Chair(s): Tami Moore

Committee members:

• Region 1, Donna Brundage
• Region 2, Autumn Shafer
• Region 3, Matt Jamison
• Region 4, vacant
• Region 5, Tami Moore
• Region 6, Kymm Swiston
• LEP Rep, Jennifer Lopez
• HMIS Lead, John Gibbons, johng@ihfa.org
• OPH (BCACHA), Casey Mattoon

Engaging Idaho is responsible for HIC’s communication, engagement, and participation. In partnership with the Regional Coalitions, committee members create and perform outreach efforts to non-HUD projects and community partners. Additionally, they solicit feedback on system improvements and coordinate with local resources to promote available programs that increase housing opportunities for Idahoans in need. Engaging Idaho also oversees two self-governing boards: Youth Action Board (YAB) and Lived Experience Panel (LEP). These boards gather information and solicit feedback from youth and those that have experienced homelessness to provide insight on programs, initiatives, and strategies.

Meets 3rd Wednesday of the month, 12 – 1 p.m. MST | Zoom

To contact any of the members below or view meeting minutes email the secretary.
Secretary: Heidi Sellick-Diaz, heidis@ihfa.org

Chair(s): Brenna Frantti

Committee members:

• Region 1, Lisa Donaldson
• Region 2, Brenna Frantti
• Region 3, John Stennett
• Region 4, Kim Lickley
• Region 5, Leslie Foltz
• Region 6, Joe Earnest
• LEP Rep, Lisa Donaldson
• 2-1-1 Rep, Heidi Smith
• Find Help Idaho Rep, Sarah Kelly
• PHA Rep, Sarah Heaton
• CE Lead Agency Rep, Erika Switzer

Advisory Members

• Tribal Rep, vacant
• YAB Reps, Raymond Rivera and Charlotte Hill
• Access Point Rep, vacant
• OPH Rep, Saidee Jones

The Lived Experience Panel (LEP) is made up of individuals that have experienced homelessness. Members provide their unique perspective to identify gaps, gather information, and solicit feedback to help end homelessness in Idaho.

Meets: 2nd Friday of the month from 12-1 p.m. MT | Zoom & in-person (locations vary by region)

LEP Hosts:

• Region 1, Patty Wheeler & Becca Stinson
• Region 2, Casey Bolt
• Region 3, Jennifer Valazquez
• Region 4, Vacant
• Region 5, Nikki Nelson
• Region 6, Charles Hale

The Youth Action Board (YAB) is made up of young adults ages 18-24 who have experienced homelessness. Members work together to identify gaps, plan, and execute projects to help end youth homelessness in Idaho.

Meets: 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month from 5-6:30 p.m. MT | Zoom & in-person (locations vary by region) 

YAB will return to its normal meeting time (once a month for one hour) in October 2025

Interested in Joining?

• Fill out the form here

The Point in Time Count (PIT) subcommittee is a temporary committee required by HUD that plans and executes the annual PIT Count. Members work together with IHFA to recruit and develop a training for volunteers, and organize the count of unsheltered homeless across Idaho.

To contact any of the members below or view meeting minutes email the secretary.

Secretary: John Gibbons, johng@ihfa.org
Meets: As needed October through February | MS Teams Meeting

Committee members:

• Region 1, Donna Brundage
• Region 2, Michelle King
• Region 3, Betsy Bowling
• Region 4, Randy Wastradowski
• Region 5, Amber Taysom
• Region 6, Dena Skinner

The House Idaho Collaborative (HIC) has set SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) for 2024 – 2025. All HIC Committees and Regional Coalitions are expected to self-select ways to work towards these four main goals: improving data quality, improving storytelling through data analysis, maximize existing funding, and tap into new funding opportunities.

View the detailed goals and action plan here. 

The goals for 2025 – 2026 are currently being developed and will be posted upon completion.