20 Years of Community First

Life’s Kitchen provides at-risk youth with culinary training, mentoring, and opportunity — turning passion into profession. With their “Serving Second Chances” approach, they empower participants to build skills, confidence, and a better future.

Stella’s Shelter Fund supports underfunded shelters, rescues, and sanctuaries across Idaho by stepping in for last-chance, “we need help right now” cases. All staff volunteer their time, and Stella’s provides funding for medical care, spay/neuter services, special needs support, and more. They’re devoted to saving animals—and supporting the people who care for them.

Lee Pesky Learning Center supports students with learning and attention challenges by providing evaluations, tailored academic interventions, coaching, and counseling. Their mission is to uncover each learner’s strengths and create a path to success, helping students who face these challenges thrive.

AWeSOMe! empowers individuals of all abilities through high-quality outdoor experiences—from hiking and kayaking to cycling and team building. Their mission is to unlock joy, independence, and community in nature for people with physical or cognitive disabilities. Based in McCall, they operate thanks to passionate volunteers, donors, and supporters who help make the outdoors accessible to everyone.

Eagle Community Foodbank fights food insecurity by providing compassion, dignity, and nourishment to neighbors in Eagle, Star, and nearby ZIP codes. For over 20 years, they’ve been distributing essential resources and support to individuals and families in need. Their mission is to ensure that no one in their community has to face their next meal alone.

Thrive Central Oregon connects people across Central Oregon to essential services like housing, food, employment, health care, and more — using a holistic, person-centered approach. Thrive’s mission is to remove barriers so communities can access help with dignity and direction.

New Meadows’ Parks & Recreation Committee guides and supports community parks, programming, and outdoor amenities. The committee meets monthly and welcomes all residents to join in shaping recreation for the valley. Their goal is to enrich local quality of life through accessible green spaces and shared outdoor experiences.

Sun Valley Realtors Give (SVRG) works to improve life in the Wood River Valley by funding key community programs such as holiday baskets, veteran housing assistance, scholarships, and more. With full backing from the Sun Valley Board of Realtors, 100% of their fundraising goes directly back into the community. SVRG believes in building stronger neighborhoods—one act of service at a time.