The ACT Foundation was awarded a $3,000 competitive grant to help purchase a new trailer for storage and transportation purposes. With the space it provides, props and costumes are now stored in a central location and can be taken to various venues for performances and programs. It is organized and used frequently. You are doing such amazing work. I truly appreciate what you have created …
Mountain Bike the Tetons: Professional Development Success Story
Mountain Bike the Tetons was awarded a $1,000 Competitive Grant for Professional Development focused on fundraising and financial leadership to increase sustainability. On December 14, 2023, the MBT Board of Directors and Executive Director gathered in the Community Foundation's Nonprofit Conference Room with some cold beverages, delicious food, and Kari Anderson of Incite Consulting for an …
Competitive Grants to Open
The Community Foundation of Teton Valley is pleased to announce that Competitive Grant Applications will open at 9 a.m. on Monday, January 29, 2024, with applications due by 5 p.m. on Friday, February 16, 2024. The Foundation encourages local nonprofits seeking grant funding for programs or services benefiting Teton Valley to apply. Eligible organizations include 501c3 public charities, schools, …
Pierre’s Peddle Project Success Stories
Pierre’s Pedal Project (PPP) was awarded a $3,200 Competitive Grant to provide professional bike mechanic training to volunteers and local students. This skills-based training improves their ability to refurbish and maintain bikes and increases their potential volunteer pool, with the end goal being to keep bikes out of the landfill. By multiple measures, they were highly successful in meeting …
Blake Chapman Scholarship Success Story: Ethan Marcum
To all those who make the Blake Chapman scholarship possible, hello!In case you don't know me, my name is Ethan Marcum. I was the Blake Chapman scholarship recipient in 2016. I wanted to update you on where I am at with my aviation journey. Since being awarded the Blake Chapman Scholarship and finishing my private license in October 2016, after returning home from a two-year LDS mission to …
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 …