Found 8 blog entries tagged as Grand Foundation.

Grand County Pet Pals Partners with the Community to Make Future Animal Shelter a Reality 

In a major win for our community, we recently celebrated the groundbreaking of the future Grand County Animal Shelter -an event years in the making and a true testament to how Grand County comes together in times of need. Faced with the possibility of losing a shelter, Grand County Pet Pals stepped up, asked boldly, and - thanks to their hard work and the incredible generosity of our community - we’re now seeing that vision become a reality.

HISTORY OF THE ANIMAL SHELTER

Since 1993, the Grand County Animal Shelter has provided a safe haven for dogs and cats that are temporarily lost or in need of a new home. The volunteer-run Grand County Pet Pals has…

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Powder Days, Sunshine, Live Music, and Themed Events Make April at Winter Park Resort a Month-Long Party! 

April showers and May flowers might signal spring in most places, but here in Winter Park, spring brings powder days, bluebird skies, snow "beaches," sunny patios, and a calendar full of events to celebrate the ski season and warmer weather. We shed the layers and embrace the climbing temperatures every spring - early morning skins up the Jane might have us in a t-shirt by the time we reach The Olympia, and the sun is still shining on that last chair that drops us off for a final run down a soft line to our favorite après deck. 

With spring break winding down and town a little quieter, we get to experience the the best of spring each April…

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Considering a Donation? Get to Know Local Nonprofits this Colorado Gives Day!

We believe in adopting a spirit of generosity all year long, but we love that Colorado Gives Day (second Tuesday of December) falls right in the heart of the holiday season! In the midst of all the busyness (and beauty!) this time of year can bring, we love celebrating a day that encourages people to slow down, do good, and think outwardly. Whether it’s making someone smile, helping a neighbor or stranger out, showing up for an issue or people we care about, or giving some of what we have to those who need our help, we're on board with the philosophy that every act of generosity counts and everyone has something to contribute toward building the better world we all want…

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Giving Big to Our Community's Future: Funding Opportunities for Grand County Youth Activities, Programs, and Sports

We know our community's youth are the future of Grand County, and access to high quality primary and secondary education as well as early childhood education and care is paramount in developing the future leaders of our beautiful mountain community. And opportunities to develop outside of a formal childcare or education setting give kids unparalleled experiences as part of a team, working toward an individual goal, exploring the arts, and taking advantage of the abundant outdoor experiences here in Grand County.

For a small, rural community, Grand County offers some amazing opportunities for our kids: from summer theater, circus…

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Shining Stars Foundation Provides Outdoor Social + Recreational Experiences to Children Battling Life Threatening Illnesses 

Our community has an inspirational history of banding together to love and care for those in need. From the overwhelming response providing for and supporting victims of the East Troublesome Fire to events to raise funds for those who've lost someone too soon to the grassroots Grand County Outbreak of Kindness movement, Grand County truly is "Grand County Strong." And the Grand County-based Shining Stars Foundation is yet another example of how our community is committed to building people up and breathing life into the most challenging circumstances. 

The Shining Stars Foundation got its start in 2001 with an intentional,…

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The H.O.P.E Fund is Dedicated to Supporting Mental Health here in Grand County 


The need for mental health awareness, resources, and access in Grand County has long been evident. While our community and its number of full-time residents has grown in the past few years, we still face challenges that come with living in a rural community, including limited resources and funding to support mental health and substance abuse. 

The H.O.P.E. Fund, managed by the Grand Foundation, is committed to addressing those challenges and giving Grand County's residents the level of access and care they need. The fund had its inception in 2021 with donations made in memory of those we've lost to suicide or drug overdose. H.O.P.E. - Healing Opportunities through…

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Grand Huts Association is Committed to Creating an Eco-Friendly Hut System in Grand County

If you've ever hiked up from the Second Creek Trailhead to the Continental Divide, you know the gem that is the Broome Hut. A few switchbacks up the pass from Winter Park and the first of a master-planned, trail-connected hut system spanning from Berthoud to Grand Lake, the "hut" moniker doesn't fully do the Broome Hut justice. At 1,800 square feet, the structure can accommodate up to 16 people overnight and offers a separate daytime pit stop for hikers. Created with sustainability in mind, it's solar panels, compost toilets, and pellet stove make the Broome Hut a mountain haven that can last for years to come with minimal impact on the natural beauty that…

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The Grand Foundation Truly Makes Life 'Grand'

When we think about the effect the Grand Foundation has had on the quality of life in Grand County since its inception in 1996, there's no question that they have and continue to enrich our community in powerful ways. From Winter Park to Grand Lake to Kremmling, the work the Grand Foundation does tangibly touches lives. Their quick response and ability to centralize giving, raise awareness, and disperse funds after the devastating East Troublesome Fire is a testament to the foundation's commitment to our community. 

The scope of their partnerships and support is far-reaching. As the glue that binds the nonprofit sector in the county together, the Grand Foundation partners with organizations…

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