Welcome to the Telluride Foundation

Philanthropy isn’t what it used to be. It is constantly evolving and becoming increasingly more complex. This is why the Telluride Foundation is committed to pursuing endeavors that push the envelope in the world of philanthropy. For 22 years, we have focused our efforts on creative, entrepreneurial solutions to help solve our communities most pressing challenges.

We provide year-round support to local organizations involved in the environment, arts, education, athletics, health, human services and other community-based efforts. We make cash grants to regional nonprofits and community groups, as well as provide capacity building support to help strengthen their effectiveness.

Through our Impact Initiatives we also tackle critical issues with a laser focus on where we can have a direct and significant impact to bolster our region’s economic ecosystem, protect our natural resources and Make More Possible for everyone living and working in the region. If you share our passion for this place we all call home, you’re in good company. We’d love to talk.

Click HERE to view a snapshot of our IMPACT!

Thinking Outside
The Box Canyon.

It takes the entire region to make Telluride the magnificent place that it is. Our community includes a diverse group of individuals, from ranchers in the west end town of Paradox, to die-hard ski enthusiasts in Telluride; from visitors and 2nd home owners in the Mountain Village to retired miners in Ouray, and everyone in-between. We think beyond our three canyon walls to help the entire region thrive. By coming together as a community, we can make more possible.

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San Miguel County homeowner

DOWN PAYMENT ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE IN COUNTY

Main street in Telluride at sunset

INSPIRE CHANGE TRANSFORMATIONAL WORKSHOP

Ranchers meeting

RANCHER'S WATER SOLUTIONS PANEL ENGAGEMENT

Board room meeting

GRANT WRITING WEBINAR: AUGUST 24, 2023

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The Telluride Foundation exists to promote philanthropy and create a stronger Telluride community. We support all charitable organizations, offer donors easy and effective ways to give, and build resources to meet future charitable needs in the regio

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Pretty awesome program. Check it out!Interested in installing solar on your Mountain Village property? The 2024 Solar Energy Incentive Program is now open to residents, offering direct rebates to residents once a solar array is installed on your home. Free-market homes are eligible for rebates up to $2,500, and deed-restricted homes up to $5,000. These rebates are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. townofmountainvillage.com/solar. ... See MoreSee Less
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Celebrate the September grant writing push coming to a close with your fellow nonprofit colleagues. All nonprofit and community organization staff, board and grant writers welcome! #telluridefoundation #MakeMorePossible #tellurideaidsbenefit #community ... See MoreSee Less
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All ticket sale proceeds of this amazing event go towards local programs connecting Indigenous youth with education and resources around land access and traditional harvesting knowledge. See you there! ... See MoreSee Less
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Telluride Venture Network offers free business coaching to startups and businesses in our region. This is a glimpse into a mentor meeting with The Flying Bear Pizzeria at Naturita Bicycle Company Flying Bear Pizzeria at Naturita Bike Shop. Owners Virginia and Nick have been im the program since May. If you are looking to grow your business check out the mentorship program. Link in bio! TVN has a loan program to help businesses grow. We are the local resource helping entrepreneurs in Southwest Colorado! #MakeMorePossible #telluridecolorado #telluridefoundation #tellurideventurenetwork #mentorship #entrepreneurship ... See MoreSee Less
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