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One of the most meaningful reflections shared following graduation came from Elevar Advisor Rick Sudekum, who, although unable to attend the ceremony in person, offered remarks that captured the spirit of the program and the significance of the moment. “The ...
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Raised in Eagle County and shaped by the experiences of growing up in a resilient immigrant community, Herry Fuentes is using storytelling to preserve history, amplify underrepresented voices, and explore the systems and experiences that shape mountain communities. As a ...
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As Eagle Valley Community Foundation continues to grow the impact of Elevar, we are excited to welcome Marco Varela as the program’s new Program Manager. Elevar was created to support emerging entrepreneurs and community leaders with the capital, curriculum, mentorship, ...
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On April 29, we gathered at Capitol Theatre to celebrate the graduation of our second Elevar cohort and recognize the businesses participants have launched and grown over the past year. It was a meaningful milestone – and one that was ...
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 Eagle Valley Community Foundation (EVCF) is proud to recognize Vail Mountain School (VMS) as its 2025 Volunteer Group of the Year, honoring the school’s outstanding commitment to service, experiential learning, and building meaningful connections across the community. This recognition celebrates ...
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At Eagle Valley Community Foundation, we often say that community is built when neighbors show up for one another. This year, that spirit of connection, compassion, and collective action was recognized in an extraordinary way. We are deeply honored to ...
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