Thanks to the generosity of Tin Cup Challengers, the Community Foundation was able to award 15 Competitive Grants to Teton Valley nonprofits through this year’s Competitive Grant Program. In total, $56,645 was awarded to directly support programs and projects that will elevate lives in Teton Valley. Twenty-four organizations submitted applications for a total ask of $91,427. …
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NEW BOARD MEMBERS & OFFICERS
The Community Foundation of Teton Valley announced today that it has welcomed two new Board members and designated a new Board Emeritus, as well as established new Board and committee roles. Scott Pierson and Shawn Meisl join the Foundation Board, Nancy Siverd will continue her leadership role as a Board Emeritus, and several Board members have accepted new governance and committee …
Competitive Grants to Open
The Community Foundation of Teton Valley is pleased to announce that our annual Competitive Grant Applications will open at 9am on Monday, February 1, 2021 with grant applications due by 5pm on Friday, February 19, 2021. Local nonprofit organizations seeking grant funding for programs or services benefitting Teton Valley are welcome to apply. Eligible nonprofit organizations …
Pocket Talk: Mental Health in the Age of COVID-19
Join Kari Anderson, from Incite! Consulting Group, for a discussion about Covid-19 and its potential effect on your nonprofit’s mental health. The discussion will include tips for organizational self-care and additional professional support ideas. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87105859339Meeting ID: 871 0585 9339 One tap mobile+16699006833,,87105859339# US (San Jose) Dial …
Youth Philanthropy Celebrates 10 Years
Now in its 10th year, the Youth Philanthropy Program is an excellent opportunity for introducing the concept of philanthropy to the next generation while helping them to better understand the significant and impactful roles that nonprofits play in our own community. Students gain a keen understanding of the granting process as they thoughtfully review grant applications, meet with nonprofit …
2020 Tin Cup Challenge Awards Ceremony Revised
It is with heavy hearts that the Community Foundation of Teton Valley has revised this year’s annual Tin Cup Challenge Awards Ceremony. In light of local COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions, the Community Foundation of Teton Valley has resolved to modify our Tin Cup Awards Ceremony to ensure the health and safety of nonprofit staff and community members. At the same time, …
Community Counts! Community Resource Center
The number of Teton Valley residents that the Community Resource Center of Teton Valley (CRCTV) serves has risen every year since we opened our doors in 2016. With many families constantly living on the precipice of financial disaster, a quick change in circumstance can send an unstable situation into a downward spiral of events. This is why the CRCTV exists. Unlike many social service …
Community Counts! Driggs Head Start
Head Start programs promote school readiness of children ages birth to five from low-income families by supporting the development of the whole child. Head Start and Early Head Start programs offer a variety of service models, depending on the needs of the local community. Head Start programs support children’s growth and development in a positive learning environment through a variety of …
Community Counts! Earthfire Institute Wildlife Sanctuary & Rehabilitation Center
Earthfire is at the forefront of the movement to bring people, animals and nature together to inspire joy and wonder, reawaken our deep connections to all living beings, moving us to save habitat for wildlife. Earthfire has created the Reconnection Ecology model which gives people the opportunity to form a deep connection with individual rescued animals and their unique stories, leading …
Community Counts! Full Circle Education
Full Circle Education champions holistic living practices through education for all people surrounding the Teton Mountains. Starting from the ground up, we provide children and adults with hands-on educational experiences on farms, in gardens, and throughout the wild landscapes surrounding us. All of our workshops and school programs are taught by local masters and enthusiasts because we believe …