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Welcome to Community Foundation of the Gunnison Valley’s blog, where local news, community stories, nonprofit information, and charitable vision come together to inspire and inform. Dive into our latest posts to stay connected with the heart of our community. Join us, as we work together to make a lasting impact throughout our mountain community. Together, we are CFGV – here for good.

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Designated Legacy Funds

Designated Funds offer a creative, and strategic, tool for maximizing the charitable impact of a bequest. See how one local couple structured their designated funds to benefit three local organizations.

Building Community Beyond Traditional Boundaries

Building Community Beyond Traditional Boundaries

While many Community Grants flow to established 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, CFGV recognizes that community building happens in many forms and through diverse partnerships.

Meet Bill Burke

Meet Bill Burke

Bill Burke splits his time between Houston and Crested Butte and is deeply engaged with community-building efforts in both of his homes. Learn more about his service on the CFGV board and his ties to CB.

Support for Central Texas

Support for Central Texas

There’s no question that the ties between Gunnison County and Texas are generations deep. We are grieving for everyone in our local community who has been touched by the tragedy that took place in the Texas Hill Country last week. Our hearts go out to everyone affected.

Investing In Our Valley’s Youth

Investing In Our Valley’s Youth

Every year, Community Grants recipients submit reports that demonstrate the profound impact of donor investments in the Gunnison Valley. These reports provide valuable insights into how organizations are serving our community. Today, we share three stories from 2024 Community Grants recipients that highlight the incredible impact these organizations are having.

How to be a Catalyst

How to be a Catalyst

Sometimes a gift is more than a one-time donation. Sometimes it’s a catalyst that sets off a chain reaction. Because CFGV offers unique tools for giving, like a variety of charitable giving funds, the chain reaction can often go further than we, or even the orginal donors, anticipate.