Support Education

The need to support education programs is clear:

• Colorado is 38th of 51 states in revenue expenditure per pupil and 49th of 51 states in revenue expenditure per pupil v. personal income.
• Eagle County spends $7,400 per student compared to similar communities, such as Essex, Bedford and Greenwich, Connecticut, which spend $14,000- $16,000 per student.
• There is a significant achievement gap on Colorado Student Assessment Program (CSAP) tests between Hispanic and Caucasian students, with a gap of up to 53 points or higher. The Hispanic and at-risk student population is increasing, with fewer resources available to meet their needs.

Recognizing these educational issues in our community, the Vail Valley Foundation is determined to be part of the solution. While we continue to provide leadership in athletic and cultural endeavors, The Foundation’s efforts to raise funds to support innovative educational programs are at the forefront of our initiatives. By supporting qualified non-profits that provide educational programs, we embrace community needs and help make the Vail Valley thrive for all members of our community – especially our children.

The Vail Valley Foundation’s education efforts could not exist without generous gifts from many individuals. Please call  or email the development department at 970.949.1999 to learn more about supporting the Vail Valley Foundation's education initiatives, or make a donation now with PayPal.