Why It Works
Why the Tin Cup Challenge Works
One gift. Greater impact for the nonprofits you love.
Giving through Tin Cup is Easy
Choose the Nonprofits You Love
Browse participating nonprofits and choose one or more to support!
Give One Gift Through Tin Cup
Give online, by check, wire, or stock. Your nonprofit(s) receives 100% of your donation. The Community Foundation stewards your gift and provides one tax receipt.
Your Gift is Partially Matched
Challengers provide matching funds so your gift goes further.
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- Community Foundation of Teton Valley
Why Tin Cup Matters
Tin Cup brings our community together to support local nonprofits in a powerful way. By giving together during a short window, we unlock matching funds and create momentum that nonprofits rely on all year.
Qualifying nonprofit organizations in Teton Valley are invited to participate in the Tin Cup Challenge program and on Event Day. Through a unique match powered by Challengers, every gift, no matter the size, is amplified — turning shared participation into lasting impact for the valley we love.
Browse NonprofitsFrequently Asked Questions
Can I give to multiple nonprofits?
Yes! You can support as many participating nonprofits as you'd like with a single donation through Tin Cup.
Is my gift tax deductible?
Yes, all donations made through the Tin Cup Challenge are tax-deductible. You'll receive one consolidated tax receipt from the Community Foundation of Teton Valley.
What if I want to give by check?
You can mail a check made payable to "Community Foundation of Teton Valley" with the nonprofits you'd like to support noted in the memo line.
How does the match work?
Challengers contribute to a matching fund that is distributed proportionally to all participating nonprofits based on the donations they receive during the Tin Cup Challenge period.
When do nonprofits receive funds?
Nonprofits receive their donations and matching funds shortly after the Tin Cup Challenge period ends, typically within a few weeks.
