Community Foundation of Teton Valley
189 N. Main St., Ste. 112
Driggs, ID 83422
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P.O. Box 1523
Driggs, ID 83422
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Teton Valley Food Pantry – Reporting and Client Data Management
Food Pantry Reporting and Client Data Management – $1,000 The Community Foundation of Teton Valley was honored to award this grant to the Teton Valley Food Pantry. The application was particularly valuable because it addressed two important areas; client information security and staff/volunteer capacity. The Community Foundation recognized, with the addition of this software, that client information would be safe and secure and that Teton Valley Food Pantry staff and volunteers would spend less time entering and sorting data on antiquated spreadsheets and…
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 adaptive participants and further its success. The Teton Valley Foundation strives to make the good life in Teton…
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 for those that will administer the tests and follow up after a potential concussion has occurred. A concussion is a traumatic brain injury caused by…
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 of 42,000 visits, 18,000 computer sessions, over 1,000 participants in children’s programming,…
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 non-profits integrate pathways into their planning and infrastructure. Your support allows us to maintain and expand these relationships on your behalf. …
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 members and organizations can post nonprofit-inspired photos of themselves or aspects of their favorite nonprofits in action. In other…
2 Ways to Give
With less than a month left in the Giving Period, it’s important to note that there are two ways to give during the Tin Cup Challenge. Both ways of giving are integral to the success of this model. Giving designated gifts to nonprofits is the most direct way to support the organizations you love. In these dire times, your gift, of any amount, helps illustrate how much each organization and their mission mean to our community. The other option is to support Teton Valley’s collective of nonprofits through a…
Community Counts: Teton Valley Community Recycling
Since helping successfully establish the County’s Recycling Center in 2011, Teton Valley Community Recycling’s role has grown to being the community collaborator, educator, and advocate for overall waste reduction including improved recycling opportunities. As Teton County’s Solid Waste budget monies go primarily to processing and managing all materials including recyclables brought to our Transfer Station, there is precious little left over to support community outreach and education. Teton Valley Community Recycling fills that role. In addition, we work with the County and…
Community Counts! Teton Valley Aquatics
Help Keep Us Afloat during the 13th Annual Tin Cup Challenge! Teton Valley Aquatics’ mission is to partner with the City of Driggs and the Community of Teton Valley to optimize resources for designing, building, and operating a successful aquatics facility. Why does Teton Valley need an aquatics facility and why does Teton Valley Aquatics exist? Because our community lacks access to year-round public water. Access to water that can provide opportunities to learn and practice water safety and for increased health…
Community Counts! Teton County Idaho Search & Rescue
It’s a beautiful evening for a late summer full moon hike. Two well-equipped hikers head up a trail near Victor to enjoy the view. The hikers reach the top but lose the trail on the way down. They can see the highway, but they just can’t figure out a safe way down. Luckily, they have enough cell phone reception to call 9-1-1. It is about 3 a.m. when dispatch issues a call out to Teton County Idaho Search & Rescue.…
Community Counts! Teton Arts
Teton Arts celebrates the positive power of the creative experience. Our ability to offer art outreach is directly supported through Tin Cup contributions. Research has shown that kids who are able to participate in art activities regularly are more engaged in school, extra-curricular activities, and their communities. The positive benefits of making art are apparent for creators of all ages. Our programs focus on engaging children from a young age while also offering continued growth through the arts for participants of every age. We…
Community Counts! Seniors West of the Tetons
IN THIS TIME OF CRISIS, seniors need help more than ever. Issues senior citizens face such as staying active, proper nutrition, and isolation are more pronounced during this pandemic. Seniors West of the Tetons normally addresses those needs for seniors in Teton Valley. However, due to the novel coronavirus known as COVID-19, the Senior Center had to halt public operations, losing multiple revenue streams. Classes stopped. Events were canceled. Despite that, our work continued. Seniors West of the Tetons, commonly referred…
A Resource to Support Nonprofits
Support the Community Foundation of Teton Valley with a designated gift during the 13th Annual Tin Cup Challenge: Community Response This March marked a turning point in our lived history. From stay-at-home orders to masks, the pandemic has had a personal effect on all of us. While some have lost long-planned vacations and visiting loved ones, others have faced a reduction of work hours or complete job loss. The ramifications, both short-term and long were completely unknown in March. Given that our rural county relies heavily…
Community Counts! Rotary Club of Teton Valley
The biggest winner in the scholarship competition this year was our schools! Each year the Rotary Club of Teton Valley raises money to grant scholarships to deserving high school seniors. A testament to our student’s capacity for success in this time of Covid-19 was the record turnout of applicants, the high grade averages among our applicants, and some of the closest decisions since our scholarship competition began! It is also a testament to the teachers who worked with the students to help them…
Community Counts! Subs for Santa
Why does Subs for Santa matter? Many living in our community would be quick to say that Subs for Santa brings our Valley together as one to help one another in our times of need. In 1989, Subs for Santa was born because of a need to help a family in our community. A group of volunteers put together a Christmas for this family. The single mother of three wanted to give back to the generous community that made Christmas possible for her children. Once she got back on her…
Community Counts! Teton County Fair Board
Teton County Fair Board strives to produce an exceptional County Fair, administer year-round use of the Fairgrounds, and bring the community together to preserve and promote our Western heritage. The Fairgrounds is an incredible place with top-notch views for the community to celebrate life. Whether it is a small family picnic at the park, a volleyball game after work, a horse clinic, watching the rodeo, experiencing the Balloon Rally, entering a homemade favorite in open class during Fair, or buying…
Community Counts! Teton Regional Land Trust
This summer, the Teton Regional Land Trust is celebrating its 30 Year Anniversary. We are so grateful for the dedicated community members that were compelled to give back to nature and founded the Land Trust to serve our community three decades ago! The impact of their vision, and of all those that supported them is evident in the protection of over 11,000 acres of habitat, working farms and ranches, and open space in Teton Valley. Here are just a few reasons that continuing…
Competitive Grants Support Our Community
Consider supporting the Community Foundation of Teton Valley with a designated gift during the 13th Annual Tin Cup Challenge: Competitive Grants & Youth Philanthropy Local nonprofits rely on the Community Foundation of Teton Valley’s cyclical Competitive Grant programs to address current issues in real-time. In addition to funding necessary projects, our Youth Philanthropy program adds layers of philanthropic insight into nonprofits and the granting process for graduating high school seniors. Together these granting programs allow nonprofits to tackle problems in our rural community as they…
Community Counts! Mountain Bike the Tetons
Your Trails: Our Purpose. Trails bring us comfort, solace, and freedom. They are a means of celebration, a venue for mourning, and a quiet pathway for contemplation. Sometimes, they’re a welcome friend, sometimes a lingering nemesis. Often times, they’re a classroom. On our best days, we choose to ride. On our worst, we do the same. Through it all, they’re here for us. And through it all, we’re here for them: to keep them rolling and to keep them clear;…
Community Counts! Teton Valley Health
Teton Valley Health provides a 7×24 emergency room; inpatient and outpatient lab, radiology, and hospital; and 3 clinics to support Teton Valley. We offer a range of care, from family practice and pediatrics to orthopedics and specialized care such as dermatology and cardiology. Our mission is to encourage and support a healthier community. We focus on preventive care and wellness, as well as acute and chronic conditions. As a community resource since 1939, we continue to grow and evolve to…
