Inspiring Collaboration | Promoting Philanthropy | Building Community
Sustaining Nonprofits
We are the trusted resource for local nonprofit organizations in Routt and Moffat Counties, providing tools and training to increase their effectiveness and sustainability and helping them amplify their impact.
Impactful Grantmaking
Our trusted partnerships with donors and nonprofits and our expertise in effective philanthropy enable us to grant year-round, to pivot during a crisis or a unique opportunity, and to direct funds where needed most.
Meaningful Philanthropy
We are passionate about connecting donors with giving opportunities aligned with their unique passions and vision. We help create personalized plans for philanthropy with the goal of building a culture of engaged giving.
Building Community
Making an impact is only possible when you intimately understand the community. We engage with organizations across the region, listen to community concerns, and provide resources and expertise.
OUR MISSION
Leading transformational change throughout the Yampa Valley by engaging donors in purposeful philanthropy, empowering local nonprofit organizations, inspiring impactful grantmaking, and collaborating to build vibrant communities.
OUR VISION
A thriving and connected Yampa Valley where there are opportunities and resources for all.
OUR VALUES
Leadership
We are trusted leaders tackling challenging community issues.
Collaboration
We work with diverse partners to leverage resources and achieve common goals.
Stewardship
We transparently and efficiently manage the resources with which we are entrusted.
Innovation
We embrace innovative thinking that sparks solutions leading to lasting change.
Accountability
We hold ourselves to the highest standards and honor our commitments.
Heritage
We recognize and celebrate the history of the Yampa Valley.
Every day we meet with partners, new and longstanding, to pass on our passion to build a better Yampa Valley. If you have a passion, we can help you find the best way to pass it on.
Latest News
New staff joins the Yampa Valley Community Foundation
The Yampa Valley Community Foundation (YVCF) is pleased to announce the addition of two new staff members to our team. Camille Sachs joins us as Grantmaking Manager, supporting Greg Hamilton with the work of sustaining nonprofits with training and granting. Camille...
Milner Mobile Home Park Under Contract
November 27, 2024: An offer of $7.75 million has been accepted by investor-owner MHS Parks for the purchase of Milner Mobile Home Park by the Milner Park Community Co-op. When the sale is complete, the Co-op will manage the property with the oversight of bylaws, five...
TSG’s Double your Donation Drive to Benefit LiftUp
It's the people that make Steamboat Special right? The problem is that 2,999 locals have to rely on LiftUp Food Bank & they need our help. If you are open to helping, The Steamboat Group will DOUBLE your tax deductible donation made into our fund up to the goal of...