
On Tuesday, March 12th, the Community Foundation of Teton Valley’s 17th Annual Tin Cup Challenge Application Period opens with the Tin Cup Kick-Off Meeting! The first half-hour is a mandatory meeting for organizations that have never participated in the Tin Cup Challenge or have been absent from participating for more than two years. The meeting will be held from 9 AM – 10 AM at the Community Foundation office, 189 North Main Street, Suite 112 in Driggs. It is highly suggested that new Executive Directors or new staff responsible for overseeing Tin Cup participation also attend. The second half of the meeting, beginning at 9:30 AM, will include personalized help with Tin Cup logins and applications.
This informational meeting reviews the application process, guidelines, and important dates. According to Brian Thysell, Community Foundation Program Manager, “This is a great opportunity for participating nonprofits to gather necessary information and have all their questions answered. Attending this meeting in March allows nonprofits to plan and organize their strategy before heading into the busy summer months.”
Serving as a six-week giving period and a one-day celebration of the community’s spirit of generosity, the Tin Cup Challenge has raised over $23.6 million in just 16 years for Teton Valley nonprofits. Bonnie Self, Foundation Executive Director, says, “The Tin Cup Challenge inspires those who care about Teton Valley to act on behalf of their community. Whether donors give time, talent, or monetary donations, it all significantly impacts local nonprofits.”
This mandatory meeting for new staff and organizations is key to successful participation in the Tin Cup Challenge. Any organization looking for a refresher can attend all or part of the meeting. Attending organizations should RSVP on our website or by contacting Brian Thysell at bthysell@cftetonvalley.org by 5 PM on Friday, March 8th.
Save the date for the 17th Annual Tin Cup Challenge Event Day to be held on July 20, 2024 – always the third Saturday in July. Enjoy the competitive 5K, 10K, or Fun Run/Walk, free breakfast, nonprofit booths, activities, events, and information from 9 AM to Noon in the Driggs City Park. For more information and to apply to the Tin Cup Challenge, please visit www.TinCupChallenge.org.