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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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Gunnison County Gives– Generously!

Thank you so much to everyone who donated to Gunnison County nonprofits for Colorado Gives Day! While the giving season is relatively short, your impact is felt throughout the year. You keep the Gunnison Valley ticking, whether you contribute to organizations providing basic needs, recreation, the environment, animal welfare, the arts, or more.

CFGV New Vision

CFGV New Vision

With all the upheaval we’ve experienced, it is fitting that we were due for a new strategic plan at CFGV this year. We’re extremely proud of the effort our board put into developing a plan that recognizes our current realities and sets a new bar for success. Our new 2022-2024 Strategic Plan is grounded in our vision.

Recent Survey Results

Recent Survey Results

We found some of the responses to a recent survey surprising and others expected, but they were all interesting. Learn more!

Celebrating 15 Years!

Celebrating 15 Years!

15 Years of Service History and Vision On November 1, 2007, the Gunnison Area Community Foundation (founded in 1997) and the Crested Butte Community Foundation (founded in 2002 and also known as Friends of Paradise) officially merged to create the Community Foundation...

Mobile Mental Health Support

Mobile Mental Health Support

At a time when it seems like things aren’t working in our society, Gunnison Valley Health’s Mobile Crisis Team is working, in a major way.

2021 Highlights

2021 Highlights

CFGV accomplished so much in 2021! Learn more about all the wonderful work we did in the Gunnison Valley community.

A Community For All

A Community For All

Ricardo Esqueda has been among those leading the valley’s effort to realize a more welcoming, connected, and inclusive community for all.