Community Foundation of Elko County

06/10/2026

🚀 Ready to strengthen your organization and amplify your impact?

Join nonprofit leaders, board members, staff, funders, and community partners from across rural Nevada at the Elko Nonprofit Summit!

This dynamic day-and-a-half event is packed with inspiring speakers, hands-on workshops, peer learning, and practical strategies focused on leadership, fundraising, sustainability, and community impact.

Connect. Learn. Collaborate. Leave with new ideas, valuable connections, and actionable tools to help your organization thrive.

Space is limited, sign up today! 🌟

https://bit.ly/NPOSummitReg

05/01/2026

04/15/2026

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https://nevadafund.org/elko-county/

01/27/2026

📣 Elko County—We Want to Hear From You!

The Elko County Community Foundation is gathering input on the recurring issues and community needs that matter most to local residents. Your voice helps guide future programs, resources, and funding decisions.

👉 Please share your insights:
Email us at [email protected]

Together, we can build a stronger Elko County.

01/23/2026

✨ A Heartfelt Thank You ✨

We are deeply grateful to Elko Federal Credit Union for their extraordinary surprise year‑end gift of $50,000!

This generous contribution directly supports the Community Foundation of Elko County’s Endowment Fund, strengthening our our efforts to ensure Elko County continues to thrive for generations to come.

Gifts like this make a lasting impact - helping us expand opportunities, support local needs, and invest in the long‑term well‑being of the community we all love.

Thank you, Elko Federal Credit Union, for believing in our work and for your commitment to building a brighter, stronger future for Elko County. Together, we’re creating a legacy of opportunity!🌟

Pictured from left to right: Elko Federal Credit Union President & CEO, Todd Sorensen and Community Foundation of Elko County Fund (CFEC) Advisory Committee Members: Tansy Chandler, Jody Wilson, Teri Gage, Katie Neddenriep, and CFEC Chair, AJ Hull

12/15/2025

🎉 Welcome to our 2025 Builder’s Club Members!

Your generosity strengthens the Community Foundation of Elko County Endowment Fund, ensuring lasting impact for generations.

👏 Thank you to our newest members:
• Bob and Kerry Aguirre
• Jon Wahrenbrock
• Marie Manning
• William and Vivian Wright

Together, we’re building a stronger Elko County! 💙

There’s still time to join—membership closes December 31, 2025.

👉 Learn more: https://nevadafund.org/elko-county/

09/18/2025

🎉 Celebrating Achievement Elko is back 🎉

This annual event recognizes the contributions of women in the area and and celebrates local scholarship recipients!

For more information on how to purchase a ticket, a table, or to help sponsor the event, please visit: https://form.jotform.com/251876572571164

*The sponsorship deadline to be included in the event program is September 22, 2025, so act now!

✨ Meet Our Keynote Speaker! ✨
We are thrilled to welcome Commander Rebecca Calder, USNR (Ret.), as the keynote speaker for Celebrating Achievement - Elko on Thursday, October 9th at the Elko Conference Center.
A decorated Naval Aviator, Commander Calder holds the distinction of being the first female graduate of the U.S. Navy Fighter Weapons School (TOPGUN). Her story of courage, leadership, and breaking barriers is sure to inspire.
Don’t miss this incredible evening celebrating our 2025 scholarship recipients and the remarkable women of rural Nevada.
🎟️ Tickets are on sale now!
Individual Tickets 👉 https://givebutter.com/2025CelebratingAchievementElko
Sponsorship Opportunities 👉 https://form.jotform.com/251876572571164

08/01/2025

The Community Foundation of Elko County is excited to announce the recipients of the 2025 grant awards.

The grant focus for this year was intended to enhance the effectiveness and sustainability of those organizations serving the Elko area through capacity building grants.

$45,200 was awarded to 6 nonprofits serving Elko County:

• Ruby Mountain Resource Center for the completion of their life skills kitchen
• Nevada Classical Academy Elko for faculty and staff training
• Northeastern Nevada SAFE for training and workshops for volunteers and advocates
• Wells Family Resource Center for security cameras
• Nevada Outdoor School toward the purchase of an educational outreach van
• Society for the Preservation of Western Heritage toward the rehabbing of their current building

Congratulations to the 2025 Grantees!!!

For more information about the Community Foundation of Elko County visit https://nevadafund.org/elko-county