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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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Introducing Community-Directed Stories
Are you curious about something in the nonprofit sector? Join CFGV in a new experiment: community-directed storytelling. Submit your question, vote on your favorite question, and then we’ll go find some answers.
Deepening Your Impact in Times of Need
CFGV is your local philanthropic partner. When times are uncertain, talking through your charitable goals can help you set your priorities and maximize your impact. CFGV’s team can help you come up with a custom, hybrid approach to your giving that will support current community needs while setting aside funds for future giving.
Endowments and Trust
Endowments can provide steady support through distributions, build long-term stability, and help an organization weather unpredictable fundraising cycles, but there is another dimension of endowments that can matter just as much to donors.
Why 2026 is Different
This year offers opportunities for tax-wise giving. Read for four things to discuss with your account or planner.
What exactly is self-sufficiency?
Our two State of the Community Reports indicate that Self-Sufficiency is the important number for measuring the economic health of our community. Here’s why and what leaders are doing to address our challenges.
Women and Philanthropy: Impact Across Generations
To celebrate Women’s History Month, explore the different ways women in the Gunnison Valley participate in, and lead, philanthropy.