On Tuesday, March 12th, the Community Foundation of Teton Valley’s 17th Annual Tin Cup Challenge Application Period opens with the Tin Cup Kick-Off Meeting! The first half-hour is a mandatory meeting for organizations that have never participated in the Tin Cup Challenge or have been absent from participating for more than two years. The meeting will be held from 9 AM – 10 AM at the …
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Grant Success: A Place to Gather
The Teton County Fair Board was thrilled to be awarded a 2023 Competitive Grant for $2,000 to help purchase ten new picnic tables for public seating. They are proud and grateful to provide safe and attractive seating for up to sixty people! The new pine picnic tables are beautiful, sturdy, portable, and inviting. These picnic tables are for public use year-round, serving several user groups, …
The Success of a Regional Resource Mental Health Guide
The Mental Health Coalition of Teton Valley was awarded a $2,500 Competitive Grant to create a Regional Resource Guide Project. Working with clients and community stakeholders, they: They are now in the process of updating a website to host this information. A beta site is currently up and running. Identifying local gaps in mental health services from many perspectives helped the Mental …
Grant Success for Valley Adaptive Sports
Valley Adaptive Sports collaborated with Teton Valley Aquatics and Teton Valley Foundation to scholarship instructor-led swimming lessons and inclusive Ice & sled hockey. They provided 24 swimming lesson dates with 3-4 instructors per session. They also offered 12 inclusive ice and sled hockey sessions. The Teton Springs Foundation matched a $2,000 Competitive Grant from the Community …
Volunteer Spotlight: Gini Van Siclen
Gini Van Siclen has generously partnered with our Executive Director, Bonnie Self, to co-lead our tri-annual Board Briefs. These free, 45-minute presentations are offered after work and via Zoom to provide direction and best practice for new and existing board members. Gini shares a wealth of experience, expertise, and enthusiasm in these meetings. Attendees leave encouraged and …
Flight Scholarship Opens
The Blake Chapman Young Eagles Flight Scholarship was created by a group of individuals who wanted to give students in Teton County, ID the opportunity to learn how to fly. This scholarship provides up to $10,000 towards the cost of a Private Pilot Certificate – including instruction, flight time and books. Recipients will incur some fees, as the total cost of obtaining a license is approximately …
Your Circle of Impact
Your direct support of the Community Foundation of Teton Valley has wide-ranging ripple effects throughout our community. When you give to the Foundation, you bolster nonprofits by funding access to various resources, including grants, fund management, collaborative philanthropy, and trainings. You help nonprofits fulfill critical missions and provide invaluable service to the community. Thank …
Elevating Nonprofits through Tin Cup
The Tin Cup Challenge is the Community Foundation of Teton Valley’s cornerstone program. Thanks to you and your participation, this unique fundraiser and event has grown year after year to become a mainstay of Teton Valley. Whether you engage as a donor, Challenger, board member, nonprofit staff, volunteer, competitor, or Fun Run entrant, your support unites the community. The Tin Cup Challenge …
Elevating Nonprofits with Resources
With your support over the last year, the Community Foundation of Teton Valley continues to provide leadership to nonprofit organizations through outreach, networking opportunities, workshops, and resources. From one-on-one time to monthly meetings for Executive Directors, Foundation staff is always available to help guide best practices, collaborate, and navigate the ever-changing landscape of …
Community Foundation of Teton Valley Welcomes New Staff
The Community Foundation of Teton Valley is excited to expand our dedicated team to include Suzanne Rees as our year-round Development and Operations Manager in the new year. This position will bolster capacity, enhance stewardship, and elevate impact for the communities and nonprofits the Foundation serves. After almost three years as Old Bill’s and Special Projects Coordinator for the …