Unity is strength…when there is teamwork and collaboration, wonderful things can be achieved. – Mattie Stepanek Your unwavering support is reflected across Teton Valley in opportunities for constituents of all walks of life. Most recently the Community Foundation, through our Youth Philanthropy program, distributed $7,000 in funding to nine organizations for critical community projects …
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Strategy in Action
In addition to monthly board meetings, the Board of the Community Foundation of Teton Valley sets aside one day a year to assemble for a Board Retreat. This time gives the Board a forum to review our mission, vision, strategy, priority goals, and key performance indicators. This year, it also meant discussing the final assessment from our Community Feedback Survey that went out this …
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 …
St. Francis of the Tetons: Tin Cup Challenge
Since its beginnings in Teton Valley in 1993, St. Francis of the Tetons made community service a cornerstone of its ministry. Our mission statement puts it well: as followers of Jesus, we strive to “walk humbly, patiently and kindly with our neighbors.” Since its inception, the church reached out through various networks to offer assistance to community members in need. Members of …
2022 Tin Cup Challenge
Many thanks to the volunteers, nonprofits, runners, walkers, donors, and Business & Community Challengers whose participation make this event the success it is annually. Hers's to 15 years! Many thanks to our photographers for capturing the day and so many smiles! Donations can be made until 5 PM, Friday, July 22, 2022. …
Accept the Challenge!
Friday, July 22 marks the final day of giving for the 15th Annual Tin Cup Challenge. One in four households traditionally contributes to this amazing community-wide fundraiser that supplements operating budgets and programs for 54 participating nonprofits. Business & Community Challengers, giving $1,000+ to the Challenger Fund, generously provide a partial Matching Grant that …
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 …
Community Counts! Teton Valley Ski Education Foundation
Teton Valley is a paradise for recreation enthusiasts of all kinds. Here at the Teton Valley Ski Education Foundation (TVSEF) our specific brand is skiing and snowboarding…of all kinds! There is such a rich culture within our community centered around these activities, and TVSEF wants to ensure that all children in the area are able to participate fully if they want to. Whether it be alpine …
Comunity Counts! Teton Regional Land Trust
At Teton Regional Land Trust, we work to conserve fish and wildlife habitats, farms and ranches, and scenic open spaces of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, one of the largest, nearly intact temperate-zone ecosystems on Earth. Teton Valley, and other areas of eastern Idaho, are part of the 22 million acres that make up this ecosystem, a sanctuary for the largest concentration of wildlife in the …
PAWS of Teton Valley: Tin Cup Challenge
We believe that with your support, the success of PAWS of Teton Valley will contribute to the success of all the animal welfare organizations in our region. We are thrilled to have the opportunity to expand our reach and ensure the sustainability of animal services in Teton Valley and beyond. The PAWS of TV staff will continue to deliver the best possible care for shelter pets. We never want to …