Local nonprofits gather to celebrate Grand Valley Gives

By SENTINEL STAFF

More than 40 Western Slope nonprofit organizations were represented on the Mesa County Old Courthouse steps at 544 Rood Ave. on Monday, as the Grand Valley Gives season was kicked off to celebrate the start of early giving for Colorado Gives.

Grand Valley Gives is a collaboration of Mesa County nonprofit organizations that participate in Colorado Gives Day, which will take place this year on Tuesday, Dec. 5. Colorado Gives Day is an annual statewide celebration of philanthropy through online giving. Donations are accepted through coloradogives. org.

There are 48 nonprofit organizations that are part of Grand Valley Gives. Visit grandvalleygives. org/ participating- non-profits for more information on participating non-profits.

“Grand Valley Gives is driven by the energy and collaboration of over 40 nonprofits who serve the people of Mesa County. It’s important to remember that giving where you live is what makes it possible for these vital agencies to help the people in our community,” Grand Valley Gives President and Founder Joy Thompson said. “Colorado Gives Day on Dec. 5 is an easy way to show you support our community and the nonprofits who work so hard to help those who live here.”

Representatives of more than 40 Mesa County nonprofit organizations, all part of Grand Valley Gives, pose for a picture on the Mesa County Old Courthouse steps at 544 Rood Av. on Monday to celebrate the start of early giving season for Colorado Gives Day, which is Tuesday, Dec. 5.

PHOTO COURTESY OF ANGELA CHRISTENSEN