IDAHO FALLS, Idaho — The College of Eastern Idaho Foundation is bringing a little fizz to philanthropy with a “Foundation Fizz Break” on Tuesday, May 5, from 2 to 4 p.m. in the CEI Cafeteria, as part of Idaho Gives 2026.

The event features a pay-what-you-can soda bar with signature CEI drinks. Anyone who donates will receive a specialty soda and a free CEI Foundation reusable cup, while supplies last.

Special guest Ellie Daniels will join the event. Daniels, Miss Idaho 2025 and a current CEI nursing student, is set to graduate this December and is passionate about serving her community through health care.

This year, every donation goes even further. For the first time, the CEI Foundation Board will match up to $5,000 in gifts made during Idaho Gives—doubling the impact of community support.

“We are grateful for our Board of Directors, who are motivated to expand our outreach and impact during Idaho Gives 2026,” said Dave Face, Executive Director of the College of Eastern Idaho Foundation. “We have great people leading us, as shown by this tremendous matching gift.”

Donations support programs like the Center for New Directions, which helps remove financial barriers for students, and campus grants that fund hands-on learning across CEI programs. Last year, the Foundation awarded $50,000 in campus grants supporting student success across campus.

Community members can learn more, RSVP, or donate through the CEI Foundation’s Idaho Gives profile or Facebook event page.

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About the College of Eastern Idaho
College of Eastern Idaho offers associate degrees, select bachelor’s degrees, technical certificates, and workforce training programs to help students achieve their educational and career goals. With a focus on affordability, accessibility, and student success, CEI is dedicated to providing high-quality education and training to the residents of eastern Idaho—redefining what comes next. Visit cei.edu for more information.

About the College of Eastern Idaho Foundation
Since 1992, the College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) Foundation’s mission has been to change lives for generations. The CEI Foundation is a separately incorporated 501 (c) (3) organization and the officially designated means of making private contributions to the College. Visit ceigiving.org to learn more and make a donation.