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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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More Than Meetings

Serving on a board of directors requires more than just showing up to meetings. Your skills and experience can be a tremendous gift for Gunnison County nonprofits. Here are some important considerations before you agree to join.

Navigating New Laws

Navigating New Laws

Opportunities for 2025It’s more important than ever to stay informed about how changes in the tax law may affect your charitable giving. The recently-passed One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) creates challenges as well as opportunities for structuring your...

The Fabric We Weave

The Fabric We Weave

“The Fabric We Weave” is a poem that honors the powerful, community-centered work of CFGV’s 2025 Community Grants recipients using only words and phrases from their grant applications. It was read at the annual Here for Good Community Celebration on August 6.

Designated Legacy Funds

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.