The Tin Cup Challenge provides crucial support to Seniors West of the Tetons to enrich the lives of aging adults in Teton Valley. The unrestricted funds collected through the Community Foundation of Teton Valley enable SWOT to provide health, nutrition, and fitness programs as well as fun social activities at the Senior Center, around the community, and beyond. These programs combat isolation and …
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Community Counts: B on 33
B on 33: Beautifying Our Byways was founded in the summer of 2023 by a passionate group of locals who were inspired by wildflower medians in other communities and wanted to bring that beauty to the Highway 33 bike path in Teton Valley. What does the “B” stand for? A lot of important things including Blossoms, Butterflies, and Bees. By planting native …
Community Counts: Teton Regional Land Trust
Tin Cup holds a special place in our hearts. It signifies the unwavering support and confidence, extended to Teton Regional Land Trust’s efforts, by our community here in Teton Valley. It is because of you that we can work with multi-generational farming and ranching families to protect the unique natural resources that support both the people and the variety of species that rely on our valley’s …
Community Counts: American Legion Post 95
Donations made through the 2023 Tin Cup Challenge were critically important for continuing the restoration of the historic American Legion building in Driggs. These funds were used to replace the building’s ancient wiring, to install efficient electric heating and insulation, and to refinish or replace the flooring. Without generous community support, mobilized by the Tin Cup Challenge, this would …
Community Counts: Teton Rock Gym
In its 10th year of operation, Teton Rock Gym continues to evolve its youth programs, classes, and events to serve more people in Teton Valley.Between our 460 gym members, school groups, youth programs, and visitors, the rock gym saw 11,500 visits this past year. Over 70 adults took advantage of climbing and aerial silks classes, 85 local school children climbed through Winter Sports, and 39 kids …
Teton Pass Closure Connections
The unexpected closure of Teton Pass has significant and multifaceted impacts for the Teton Valley community. With a large percentage of local residents commuting daily over Teton Pass for work, education, and critical services, the closure increases travel, fuel, and daycare costs while affecting an already tenuous work-life balance. For those who wish to support nonprofit services focused …
17th Annual Tin Cup Challenge Giving Opens June 14th
The Community Foundation of Teton Valley, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to elevating lives through the power of generosity, is thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of our 6-week community-wide fundraiser, the Tin Cup Challenge. Beginning Friday, June 14, through Friday, July 26, at 5 pm, the Community Foundation of Teton Valley will accept - and partially match - …
Tin Cup Kick-Off Meeting 2024
On Tuesday, March 12th, the Community Foundation of Teton Valley’s 17th Annual Tin Cup Challenge Application Period opens with the Tin Cup Kick-Off Meeting! The first half-hour is a mandatory meeting for organizations that have never participated in the Tin Cup Challenge or have been absent from participating for more than two years. The meeting will be held from 9 AM – 10 AM at the …
Grant Success: A Place to Gather
The Teton County Fair Board was thrilled to be awarded a 2023 Competitive Grant for $2,000 to help purchase ten new picnic tables for public seating.They are proud and grateful to provide safe and attractive seating for up to sixty people! The new pine picnic tables are beautiful, sturdy, portable, and inviting. These picnic tables are for public use year-round, serving several user groups, from …
The Success of a Regional Resource Mental Health Guide
The Mental Health Coalition of Teton Valley was awarded a $2,500 Competitive Grant to create a Regional Resource Guide Project. Working with clients and community stakeholders, they:They are now in the process of updating a website to host this information. A beta site is currently up and running. Identifying local gaps in mental health services from many perspectives helped the Mental Health …