Teton Valley Food Pantry leads the movement to end hunger in Teton Valley. In good and challenging times, many of your friends and neighbors live without a secure source of food on a daily and weekly basis. In 2019, children, adults, and seniors used the Pantry 2,457 times. Already in just the first five months of 2020, that number has topped 2,713. Your …
Foundation News
Tin Cup Spirit Photo Challenge – a photo contest
Participate in the Tin Cup Spirit Photo Challenge! The Community Foundation of Teton Valley launches the inaugural Tin Cup photo contest on Wednesday, July 1st at 9 AM. As part of the Tin Cup Giving Period, the Tin Cup Spirit Photo Challenge is an initiative designed to capture the impact of local nonprofits and their work through photographs. From July 1st through July 17th, community …
Community Counts: Teton Valley Foundation
Teton Valley Foundation works year-round to make the good life in Teton Valley even better! Our goal is to help make positive connections through a shared love and appreciation for all that makes this valley so special, our community. Did you know that we host approximately 26,000 skaters at the Kotler Ice Arena each winter? We provide safe, affordable recreation options to teenagers and …
Community Counts: Teton Valley Youth Lacrosse
Teton Valley Youth Lacrosse is working to build a full lacrosse program here in Teton Valley and currently has programs for kindergarten through 8th grade. We are excited about expanding into high school as soon as next spring. Current spring options at Teton Valley High are only track, golf, and baseball/softball so there are a lot of kids left out. We are eager to expand the program to the …
Community Counts: Teton Valley Mental Health Coalition
Mental health makes a difference in Teton Valley! The mission of the Teton Valley Mental Health Coalition is to promote mental wellness in Teton Valley through education, community action, and the coordination of resources. A decade ago, the residents of Teton Valley were severely impacted by the housing crisis and economic recession, resulting in a significant increase in …
Community Counts: Teton Valley Museum
Knowing our past When the pioneers settled Teton Valley in 1882 they did so with conviction and courage, facing challenges and dangers. They not only survived, but they also thrived and built a community that is a beautiful legacy to their determination. Among their challenges was Spanish Influenza in 1918, that kept people in their homes in quarantine and reduced most activities to only …
Community Counts: Teton Valley Trails & Pathways
Teton Valley Trails and Pathways works to improve your self-powered pursuits. Your contribution is used secure grants, build/maintain year-round trails, purchase vital equipment, and advocate for a better quality of life in Teton Valley. How We Make a Difference — To Communities: Trails and Pathways is a reliable partner, bringing in expertise and funding to help local government and …
Community Counts: Valley of the Tetons Library
Over 50 years ago a group of forward-thinking women in Teton Valley proposed a library to the county commissioners. They were told to go home and do their dishes. Undeterred, they gathered signatures and volunteers to create a library in Victor. Today, Valley of the Tetons Library has grown to be a cornerstone of Teton County, a vital resource to the community, with 8,755 patrons and yearly stats …
Teton Valley Health
Concussion Screenings to Prevent Lasting Injuries – $3,500 The Community Foundation of Teton Valley was honored to award this grant to Teton Valley Health. The Community Foundation recognizes the value in continuing concussion screening and increasing the number of people that can receive it. Further partnering with Teton Valley Health ensures that quality staff and training are provided …
Teton Valley Foundation
Kotler Ice Arena Accessibility Upgrades - $3,000 The Community Foundation of Teton Valley was honored to award this grant to the Teton Valley Foundation in support of more accessible facilities at the Kotler Ice Area which will expand the reach of this valuable community asset. The partnership of programming with Valley Adaptive Sports will also provide expertise in working with a variety of …