ABC - Above and Beyond the Classroom was awarded a $5,000 Competitive Grant to support the mental health of their students. Their project accomplished its objectives by teaching students about emotional identification and regulation skills, as well as equipping them with a handful of coping skills. Students engaged in communication enhancement and empathy-building skills to build healthy and …
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 empowered:My …
The Success of a Caring Community
The Education Foundation of Teton Valley was awarded a $5,000 Competitive Grant to help fund Teton Valley Cares, a community-wide event in August that provides resources and combines efforts with community partners that address basic needs. This goal was satisfied by delivering services in three main categories for attendees: Health Services, Community Connections, and Take-Home Resources. The …
New Board Members & Appointed Officers
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 …
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 here for …
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 Peru, I …
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 …
