New Executive Director for the Community Foundation of Teton Valley

The Community Foundation of Teton Valley is pleased to announce that Bonnie Self has been selected as the organization’s new Executive Director. Bonnie brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the Foundation after a career spent in service to nonprofit organizations on both sides of the Tetons. “I am honored to join the Community Foundation of Teton Valley as Executive Director. I have a deep appreciation for local nonprofit organizations and the critical services they provide. For 15 years,…

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Thriving through a Strategic Planning Cohort

In collaboration with Mission Met, the Community Foundation of Teton Valley is excited to announce a cohort of seven local nonprofits that will work together over the next two years to manifest and implement their strategic plans. Participating organizations include the Community Resource Center, Mental Health Coalition, Ski Education Foundation, Teton Arts, Teton Valley Community Recycling, Teton Valley Food Pantry, and Trails & Pathways. Executive Directors and accompanying Board members attended an all-day, in-person workshop with Mission Met leaders, Eric Ryan &…

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Youth Philanthropy Applications to Open

The application period for the Community Foundation of Teton Valley’s Youth Philanthropy Program, in partnership with Dual Enrollment Government classes at Teton High School, opens on Monday, September 26, 2022, at 9:00 AM. Applications are due on Friday, October 14th at 5 PM. Now in its 12th year, the Youth Philanthropy Program is an excellent opportunity to introduce the concept of philanthropy to the next generation while helping them to understand better the significant and impactful roles that nonprofits play in our own…

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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 success of both the Tin Cup Challenge Giving Period and Event Day annually, the Community Foundation’s Executive Director, Tim Adams, announced results to an anticipatory crowd,…

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Executive Director Position – Apply Today!

Join the talented team at the Community Foundation of Teton Valley as Executive Director. We are seeking an experienced nonprofit leader to guide and direct the organization in delivering strategic and programmatic initiatives, donor services, and nonprofit support.  The Executive Director will oversee day-to-day administration, provide board and organizational leadership, raise funding and steward donors, manage all aspects of finances and donor investment services, foster nonprofit and community relations, and manage staff. This is a full-time position offering a competitive salary…

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Executive Director Plans to Leave the Valley

Tim Adams, Executive Director of the Community Foundation of Teton Valley, announced that he will be stepping down and moving to warmer climes in Boise at the end of November. The Community Foundation of Teton Valley is grateful for Tim’s four years of unwavering leadership across the nonprofit community and for keeping nonprofits’ well-being at the heart of every decision, program, and workshop proposed. “Both staff and Board are saddened by Tim’s resignation but so appreciative of his incredible guidance…

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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 St. Francis offer their time, labor, and financial support to provide direct assistance to those experiencing hardship within our community.  We collaborate with…

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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.

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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 incentivizes donations across all sectors during this 8-week Giving Period. Additionally, the Challenger Fund covers Event Day costs and credit card fees to ensure that nonprofits receive…

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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 award recognizes a local nonprofit leader who exemplifies excellence in nonprofit best practices. This award is accompanied…

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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 skiing, cross country skiing, freeriding, or snowboarding. TVSEF helps young athletes meet their individual…

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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 lower 48. It’s humbling to think of our community as a part of this vast…

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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 leave the residents of Teton Valley with no resources for lost or found…

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Community Counts! Teton Valley Foundation

If we have learned one thing over the past couple of years, it is that we are social beings. We thrive on being together and sharing, whether it is singing and dancing at a Music on Main show, volunteering with old friends, making new ones, learning to skate for the first time, or being on a hockey team at the Kotler Ice Arena. We learned that we are lost without these opportunities. Thankfully life is returning to normal and we…

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Show Your Tin Cup Spirit

Donate, Register to Run, & Attend the 15th Annual Tin Cup Challenge! The Community Foundation of Teton Valley’s 15th Annual Tin Cup Challenge Event Day will be held on Saturday, July 16th at the Driggs City Park. Join your friends and neighbors in celebration of our hard-working nonprofits and generous community. Run for nonprofits before enjoying FREE breakfast, learning more about local organizations through over 50 nonprofit booths, and taking in the festivities that include a Diaper Derby, folkloric dancing, soap…

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Downtown Driggs Associaton: Tin Cup Challenge

It’s a warm summer evening in downtown Driggs and you join a crowd of people heading to the City Plaza for an evening of free, outdoor live music. You set up your beach chair next to a friend and head to the food tent to pick up something local and delicious. Just as you settle in and visit with your neighbors, the band begins to rock. People get up to dance with each other.  It’s a crisp winter day, with…

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Seniors West of the Tetons: Tin Cup Challenge

Let’s count the ways your support of Seniors West of the Tetons during the Tin Cup Challenge makes Teton Valley great! Your contributions enable SWOT to assist seniors by:  Filling tummies.  Prompting movement.  Focusing minds.  Advice for smartphones and computers.  Exploring nature.  Screening for health issues.  Support in their homes.  Combating loneliness.  Tapping their creativity. Getting outside.  Exposure to live entertainment.  Touring local businesses.  Trying new activities.  Holding movie and pizza nights.  Tuning bicycles.  Visiting local attractions.  Supplying medical equipment. …

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Teton Valley Museum: Tin Cup Challenge

Over the years the Tin Cup Challenge has helped tremendously with the ongoing expenses incurred by the beautiful Teton Valley Museum. The museum is an important resource for local people and people traveling through the valley, to learn and grow with the valuable information found there.  Maintaining the building is important and the funding received from the Tin Cup Challenge is extremely important. An important part of the everyday activities of the museum is receiving and preserving valuable information pertaining…

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Teton Valley Aquatics: Tin Cup Challenge

Teton Valley Aquatics was founded in 2016 to partner with the City of Driggs to build a year-round aquatics facility in Teton Valley. The Community Foundation of Teton Valley has been integral in supporting our efforts for these past 6 years. Their competitive grant program has provided us with funding for our programming including Winter Sports, Learn to Swim programs, and our current Summer Pool Program. We have also been a part of the Community Foundation’s Tin Cup Challenge since…

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Teton County Idaho Search & Rescue

Teton County Idaho Search and Rescue (TCISAR) is a group of volunteers dedicated to providing the public prompt, professional emergency services for people who are lost, injured, stranded, or in need of rescue primarily within Teton County Idaho. Our team and foundation are made up of 100% volunteers and we owe much of our success to the Community Foundation of Teton Valley, specifically the Tin Cup Challenge and generous Community and Business Challengers. The Tin Cup Challenge has helped us…

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