In this issue, we highlight how nonprofits are the secret sauce that powers summer recreation and why that matters. The variety and quality of outdoor experiences we enjoy rely on the often-unseen work of many local organizations. From Silver Creek to the SNRA, dedicated professionals and volunteers work every day to protect and care for our natural and recreational resources.

Also in this issue: Donor Services, Board Leadership Program, and the Volunteer Hub

As people across the country rally around protecting and preserving public lands, we at Spur are aware of the essential but often overlooked work that many local organizations do in service of that mission. We are proud to support their efforts to promote outdoor access, preserve natural habitats, and make recreation possible in this wondrous place where we live and play.

Private philanthropy plays a significant role in this work, and we are pleased to highlight several organizations that have all received funding from Spur’s Community Impact Fund in recent years, and whose efforts enable us all to be better stewards of the land and responsible recreationists.

Spur Awards $178,000 in Grants

to 19 Valley Nonprofits

Spur Community Foundation, an organization dedicated to inspiring effective philanthropy in the Wood River Valley, awarded $178,218 in Community Grants to 19 nonprofit organizations in its second grant cycle of 2024. 

Impact Report 2024

Spur Funds Pilot Program to Support Teacher Wellbeing

A novel mindfulness program, designed specifically for Blaine County educators, was launched in 2024 with the support of a $15,000 grant from Spur. The Rest, Renewal, and Attunement Program was developed by the foundation’s executive director, Ryan Redman, and Erin Kesselman, one of Flourish’s Mindful Awareness Program facilitators to support teachers in the areas of mental and emotional health.  

Spur Awards $178,000 in Grants

to 19 Valley Nonprofits

Spur Community Foundation, an organization dedicated to inspiring effective philanthropy in the Wood River Valley, awarded $178,218 in Community Grants to 19 nonprofit organizations in its second grant cycle of 2024. 

Donor Spotlight - Christine Kraatz

“I like being involved in directing my money through the community fund, but I also like the idea of being spontaneous when something urgent arises,” Christine says.

Spur's October News includes “it’s in our nature” being the cover story in SVPN, and information about the upcoming ‘Giving Thought’ Learning Series event: Hidden Crisis - Early Childhood Learning and Local Childcare.

Spur's September News includes addressing the immediate funding need for infant care and recent successes of Girls on the Run.

You are invited to the Uncharitable film and discussion panel, September 10, at 4 p.m. at the Argyros.

You are invited to the Uncharitable film and discussion panel, September 10, at 4 p.m. at the Argyros.

Spur Awards Impact Grants

Impact Report 2023

The Gift of Giving

Thanks Eye on Sun Valley!

Giving of Yourself

Spur Community Foundation - Executive Director Leadership Coaching Program

Spur Community Foundation - Executive Director Leadership Coaching Program