Phil Qualman first came to Eagle County the way a lot of people do: chasing the outdoors. A Kansas City kid who grew up taking ski trips to Colorado, he knew early on that this was where he was meant to be. What he didn’t know yet was that educating the valley’s youth would become his life’s … Read More
Brand-new pavilion seats have been officially installed at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater, and this weekend, guests at Après at The Amp will be the first to see them. After more than 40 years of faithful service, the original orange seats have earned their retirement. The new myrtle green seats — fabricated and sourced 100% … Read More
We’re excited to introduce Youth Power: the new name and fresh identity for what was formerly YouthPower365. This rebrand represents our evolution into a cleaner, simplified name that’s easier to say, spell, and comprehend, while maintaining the same amazing programs that have served our community for years. Our transformation to Youth Power comes with a … Read More
For Susan and Jeff Campbell, supporting the Vail Valley Foundation represents the intersection of lifelong passions for dance and music, community connection, and transformative philanthropy. As longtime donors to the VVF, with a particular focus on the Vail Dance Festival and Vilar Performing Arts Center, the Campbells believe that giving back means far more than … Read More
As another year draws to a close, we are taking a look back on 2025 at the Vail Valley Foundation and celebrating all we accomplished together. Through our four pillars of arts, athletics, education, and community supports, the VVF delivered measurable results across our valley. We were able to enrich thousands of lives through a wide variety of programming, positioning … Read More
As the snow begins to dust the peaks and winter approaches, there’s an electric anticipation building in the Vail Valley for the 2025 Stifel Birds of Prey happening December 4-7. This isn’t just another ski race: it’s the latest chapter in the Vail Valley Foundation’s world-class ski racing legacy that began in the 1960s when … Read More
Caroline Fisher believes that every organization embodies a story. “It begins with an idea,” she says. “And if those holding the idea come together and do enough things right, the idea is born, and the story begins.” The Vail Valley Foundation (VVF), founded in 1981, is preparing to enter its 45th chapter. Caroline and her … Read More
As summer winds down and we start dreaming of golden aspens and the first snow, the Vail Valley Foundation is gearing up for an incredible fall and winter season filled with opportunities to connect, discover, and celebrate right here in our mountain community. Whether you’re a longtime local or new to the valley, we’ve got … Read More
National Nonprofit Day is August 17th National Nonprofit Day, August 17th is the perfect time to celebrate what makes our community special. Like the wildflowers that bloom across our mountains each summer, the Vail Valley Foundation brings together diverse elements: art, education, athletics, and community supports to create something beautiful that elevates life in our … Read More
When Kristy and Bill Woolfolk approach philanthropy, they do so with a guiding principle inherited from Kristy’s parents, Pat and Pete Frechette: “Keep it simple, and ask, ‘what do you need?’” This straightforward philosophy, combined with their deep trust in community nonprofit organizations, has led to transformational giving that continues to shape the Vail Valley … Read More
