GUNNISON VALLEY EDUCATION FOUNDATION
Igniting the Power of Innovation
Photo by Greg Anderson
Mission Of The Gunnison Valley Education Foundation:
We ignite the power of innovation in teaching and learning opportunities for students in the
Gunnison Watershed School District.
“GVEF provided funding to connect with other GWSD teachers and educators from around the state at Innovative Education Colorado – which re-fueled my passion to continue to grow as an educator and share with and inspire others in order to empower our students!”
Katie Gallagher – Innovative Learning Specialist, GWSD
Kindergarten Flexible Seating / Lake School
Teachers: Jessica McNary, Katy Dye, Kathleen Mowrey,
Ali Rollins, Angie Allen
Gunnison Valley Education Foundation (GVEF)
Providing extra funding to educate the whole child.
We are a charitable tax-exempt organization.
We act as a change agent in public education throughout the Gunnison Valley by funding innovation. The key to continuing along the path from good to great is the ability to innovate, promote creativity and generate a passion for education throughout the valley. This ongoing teacher, administrator, leader, community and parent collaboration is the key to ensuring that the entire community invests in the future of our students.
The Gunnison Valley Education Foundation (GVEF) is a component fund of the Community Foundation of the Gunnison Valley.
Gunnison Valley Education Foundation Makes an Impact!
Statistics below are from 2015 – 2024
Number of Grants Awarded
Number of Students Benefitting from Innovation Grant Awards
Total Innovation Grant Awards Amount
“Wow – I could say a lot:)))
GVEF grants have enhanced our STEAM program exponentially!!!
The students are thriving and so engaged with the STEAM games, activities and challenges!
We have expanded from 4-6th grade to have STEAM classes for all GCS 1st through 8th graders!!!
Thanks so much for your support-
It is truly appreciated!!!”
Rain Bodine – STEAM teacher and media specialist – GCS
GVEF is a component fund of
Thank you for supporting our kids, teachers and schools!