$1,000 - Subs for Santa Youth Philanthropists fully funded Subs for Santa's proposal for student volunteers to help their program by purchasing Christmas gifts for teens that are age and gender-appropriate, which will be distributed to pre-selected teens in need over the holidays. Teens have, traditionally, been the most difficult age group to satisfy - who would know better than a teen …
Grants
Bike Helmets for Kids
$500 - Teton Valley Community Recycling With a partially funded grant from Youth Philanthropy, Pierre's Pedal Project, sponsored by Teton Valley Community Recycling, will provide new helmets with every refurbished bike provided to children and adults in Teton Valley. This program's mission is to ensure that everyone, regardless of age or income, has access to a bike and knows how to …
Provide Holiday Meats for Families
$1,000 - Teton Valley Food Pantry Youth Philanthropists from Teton High School were pleased to fully fund the Teton Valley Food Pantry's proposal to offer a variety of meats to community families whose resources are stressed during the holidays. They usually serve approximately 100 households per week and would offer the during a one-week period prior to Thanksgiving. Due to Asian bird flu …
2022 Youth Philanthropy Grant Awards
The Community Foundation of Teton Valley’s Youth Philanthropy Program, in partnership with two Dual Enrollment Government classes at Teton High School, announced this year’s Youth Philanthropy grant winners at an Awards Assembly at Teton High School. Now in its 12th season, this year's awards mark a total of $58,000 in granting and 460 students engaged via this multifaceted program. Youth …
Community Raises $20.8 Million in 15 Years!
On Wednesday evening, the Community Foundation of Teton Valley hosted the 15th Annual Tin Cup Challenge Awards Ceremony. This beloved community event brought nonprofit leaders, donors, and volunteers together to celebrate the results of the 2022 Tin Cup Challenge. After recognizing the significant contributions of the Foundation’s Board, staff, donors, and volunteers who support the …
Greg Meyers Receives the 2022 Dawn Banks Award
The Community Foundation of Teton Valley is pleased to announce that Greg Meyers, Executive Director of Teton Arts, is the 2022 recipient of the Dawn Banks Nonprofit Leadership Award. Dawn Banks was an incredibly passionate advocate for the nonprofit community and worked tirelessly to support their efforts to elevate life in Teton Valley and fulfill their missions. Now in its sixth year, this …
Teton Creek Land and Water Trails Project
$2,500 - Teton Valley Trails and Pathways The Community Foundation of Teton Valley was honored to award this $2,500 grant to Teton Valley Trails and Pathways to fund the first stages of planning, layout, and design of future trail connections on land recently acquired by The Nature Conservancy in Teton Valley north and west of the Driggs Airport. The Foundation strongly supports Trails and …
Community Mental Health and Wellness
$5,000 - Teton Valley Mental Health Coalition The Community Foundation of Teton Valley was honored to award a $5,000 grant to the Teton Valley Mental Health Coalition in support of its inaugural Community Mental Health & Wellness Program which is designed to strengthen existing mental wellness work; educate community partners, and raise public awareness. The Community …
Certified Lacrosse Safety Equipment
$3,000 - Teton Valley Youth Lacrosse Association The Community Foundation of Teton Valley was honored to award this $3,000 grant to the Teton Valley Youth Lacrosse Association for the purchase of National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment (NOCSAE) certified chest protectors. The Foundation strongly supports the purchase of safety-certified lacrosse equipment to further …
Pantry Remodel for Installation of Food Safety Sink and Prep Area
$4,600 - Teton Valley Food Pantry The Community Foundation of Teton Valley was honored to award a $4,600 grant to the Teton Valley Food Pantry to remodel its space to accommodate as a stainless-steel sink with a stainless-steel food prep area. The Community Foundation strongly supports Teton Valley Food Pantry's efforts to improve its efficiency and safety and in repackaging food for …