The Community Foundation of Teton Valley recently welcomed Jeannette Chiari, Thad Nosal, Dean Scofield, and Ben Turner as new board members. New governance and committee roles for existing members were also established. “Community impact is achieved through the collective and selfless efforts of individuals dedicated to a common goal and purpose,” says Bonnie Self, Executive Director of the …
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2025 Competitive Grant Program Opens
The Community Foundation of Teton Valley is excited to announce that Competitive Grant applications will open at 9 AM on Monday, January 27, 2025. Proposals must be submitted by 5 PM on Friday, February 14, 2025. The Foundation encourages nonprofits seeking grant funding for programs or services that benefit Teton Valley to apply. Eligible organizations include 501(c)(3) public …
Communications & Development Roundtable
Join fellow nonprofit communications and development staff and executive directors for a roundtable discussion from noon to 1 PM. This 1-hour exchange features an opportunity for staff to connect, question, learn, collaborate, share, support, and celebrate with each other. This is a networking and learning opportunity with peers to discuss relevant topics in today’s fast-changing …
Creating a Powerful Leadership Partnership Between the Executive Director & Board
The partnership between the Executive Director and the Board is essential to the success of any nonprofit organization. In this workshop, we will go beyond the basic understanding of roles and responsibilities. At the end of the workshop participants will have created a model for a powerful, supportive, and sustainable working relationship.The relationship between the Board and the Executive …
Youth Philanthropy Program Expands Impact
The Community Foundation of Teton Valley is excited to announce that this year’s upcoming Youth Philanthropy program will distribute $10,000 in awards with maximum proposals of $1,500.Application Period: Opens at 9 AM on Monday, September 30, 2024. Deadline: Submit applications by 5 PM on Friday, October 18, 2024.Now in its 14th year, the Youth Philanthropy Program …
Miles of Smiles
Teton Valley nonprofits were wowed by the generosity of donors and Challengers alike at the recent 17th Annual Tin Cup Challenge Awards Celebration. Thank you to everyone who participated to this year's Tin Cup - these smiles are for YOU! …
E.D. Exchange – Board Orientation
Join fellow Directors from Noon to 1 PM on the second Wednesday of every month for the E.D. Exchange. This 1-hour exchange features an opportunity for Executive Directors to connect, question, learn, collaborate, share, support, and celebrate with each other. This monthly networking opportunity with peers allows executive directors to discuss relevant topics of the day in today’s fast-changing …
Community Breaks Records: Raising $3.37 million during 2024 Tin Cup Challenge!
On Wednesday evening, the Community Foundation of Teton Valley hosted the much-anticipated 17th Annual Tin Cup Challenge Awards Ceremony. This beloved community event brought nonprofit leaders, donors, and volunteers together to celebrate the successful results of the 2024 Tin Cup Challenge. After heartfelt acknowledgments of the significant contributions of the Foundation’s Board, …
Show your Tin Cup Spirit – Register to Run and Donate!
The Community Foundation of Teton Valley is thrilled to invite you to the 17th Annual Tin Cup Challenge Event Day, on Saturday, July 20th at the Driggs City Park. Prepare yourself for a day filled with joy and camaraderie as we come together to honor our hard-working nonprofits, the incredible generosity of our community, and the spirit of philanthropy. Jumpstart your day by running in support of …
Community Counts: Valley of the Tetons Library
Ignite the Child in Us All: How do you Play, Connect, and Grow at the library?Valley of the Tetons Library (VTL) is for everyone. Here’s what patrons are saying about the library.“When I was young and I had a question (or a million)…my mother would always answer, ‘I’ll write it down and we will look it up at the library’...My love of reading and learning is largely due to all the time I spent in …
