Community Foundation of Teton Valley
189 N. Main St., Ste. 112
Driggs, ID 83422
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 1523
Driggs, ID 83422
Community Counts: Mountain Roots Education
Founded in 2006, Mountain Roots Education has strived to educate and excite Teton Valley residents about gardening, farming, and sustainable living. In order to establish its own identity and convey a sense of what makes this location special, the nonprofit chose to change its name from Full Circle Education in April 2021. Mountain Roots is focused on inspiring kids in the garden through it’s school garden programs. With well established programs at both Tetonia Elementary and Alta Elementary, Mountain Roots…
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 services, which include early learning, health, and family well-being. Driggs Head Start is a duration preschool program that holds class…
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 that it takes a village to support one another. Subjects vary season to season but are always focused around health, self-sufficiency, and…
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. …
Teton Valley Community Recycling: Education Programs
$500 – Recycling Education Programs for Elementary Students After calling Iris Saxer, Executive Director for Teton Valley Community Recycling, in for additional questions, participating Youth Philanthropy students understood the value in Teton Valley Community Recycling’s proposal to provide waste reduction/recycling education programs for all valley 4th and 5th graders. Teton Valley Community Recycling plans to develop and implement a curriculum specific to our region, teach two 1.5 hour sessions in every classroom, and offer field trips to the County Recycling Center…
Why It Matters: The Learning Academy of Teton Valley
Children offer such a sense of hope for the future. Through the eyes of a child, we can see the world around us in a brighter light. Our students are why our organization matters. The financial assistance The Learning Academy of Teton Valley is offered through the generosity of donors through The Community Foundation’s Tin Cup Challenge matter to us for so many reasons… The Opportunity… Educating the whole child means focusing on each piece of what makes our students unique individuals. Their interests,…
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