The Community Foundation of Teton Valley recently welcomed Muffy Mead and Marie Zolezzi as new board members. New governance and committee roles for existing members were also established. “Community impact is made through the collective and selfless work of individuals committed to a common goal and purpose,” says Bonnie Self, Executive Director of the Community Foundation. “By …
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Have Trailer, Will Travel!
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, …
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 …
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 …
2023 Youth Philanthropy Awards
The Community Foundation of Teton Valley’s Youth Philanthropy Program, in partnership with Advanced Placement Dual Enrollment Government classes at Teton High School, announced this year’s Youth Philanthropy grant winners at an Awards Assembly on Wednesday, November 15. In its thirteenth season, this year marks a total of over 500 students engaged and $65,000 in grant awards via this multifaceted …
Thriving in Strategic Planning
Thrive Strategic Planning Training Celebrates Project Completion Local nonprofit organizations gathered on October 10th to celebrate a year-long commitment to strategic planning. The cohort-based training, started in the fall of 2022 with eight groups, offered strategic planning guidance in a multi-month format. Over the year, organizations gained skills and tools to build and execute an …
We’re Hiring: Operations Manager
Operations Manager Are you ready to join the dynamic team at the Community Foundation of Teton Valley? We are in search of a proactive, relationship focused, detail-oriented, and skilled Operations Manager to help steer our organization’s excellence. In this role, you will be at the helm of managing important relationships and overseeing efficient day-to-day operations. Your collaborative …