A Dynamic Culture of Giving

A Dynamic Culture of Giving

Better Together   Notes from the Director's Desk     A Dynamic Culture of Giving Seven years ago, I accepted a job with the Foundation largely because of my desire to work closely with as many people and organizations in the Gunnison Valley as possible. That still...
The Perfect Paradise

The Perfect Paradise

Better Together   Notes from the Director's Desk     The Perfect Paradise It feels strange after all these years to know that this is my last Foundation column. You’ll hear from Lauren Kugler next month – I’ve passed the reins of Executive Director into her...
Courage Zone vs Comfort Zone

Courage Zone vs Comfort Zone

Better Together   Notes from the Director's Desk     Courage Zone vs Comfort Zone I read a lot all the time but I’d never heard of the Courage Zone as a “thing” until I read a blog written by my daughter. Julie’s business is supporting women entrepreneurs while they...
Heart, Courage, Discipline and Love

Heart, Courage, Discipline and Love

Better Together   Notes from the Director's Desk     Heart, Courage, Discipline and Love ​Four years of Latin were an integral part of my high school years. I know I learned more about English through those years than in my English classes. I also learned some...
Digging In

Digging In

Better Together   Notes from the Director's Desk     Digging In What does it mean to you to dig in? I remember when digging in meant planting my summer garden.  Suddenly it has a whole new meaning for me. Around the world, digging in has become a way to try to prevent...
Time and Money

Time and Money

Better Together   Notes from the Director's Desk     Time and Money “Not enough time, not enough money” – the most common answers to the question, “What’s the biggest challenge you have as a nonprofit?”  Those are nationwide responses, not just Valley answers. I can’t...
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