The 5 Best Nonprofit Organizations Around Grand County

Behind the festivals, fundraisers, and acts of service that hold a community together, there are nonprofits doing the heavy lifting. In Grand County, these groups strengthen the social fabric, offering everything from basic needs to wellness to public safety. These Best of Grand winners' work may not always make headlines, but their impact is felt every single day.

Grand County Pet Pals

Grand County Pet Pals has earned a reputation as both advocate and ally for animals in the region. By supporting the county’s animal shelter, funding medical care, and promoting adoptions, the nonprofit has changed the lives of countless pets — and their owners. Volunteers and donors alike rally behind its mission, ensuring that no stray or surrendered animal is without hope.

Mountain Family Center

At Mountain Family Center, the focus is on people helping people. The nonprofit provides food security, housing assistance, and family support services to those in need throughout the county. Its programs are as practical as they are compassionate, designed to meet families where they are and offer a hand up. For many locals, it’s the first call when times get tough — and a reliable partner when it comes to building stability.

Tame Wellness

Tame Wellness approaches nonprofit work through the lens of community care. With programs centered on mindfulness, mental health, and holistic well-being, the organization creates safe, supportive spaces for growth and connection. Its events — from yoga to group sessions — highlight the belief that wellness is more than an individual pursuit; it’s a community commitment.

Grand County Search and Rescue

When emergencies strike in the backcountry, Grand County Search and Rescue answers the call. Operated entirely by volunteers, the organization provides life-saving services across rugged terrain, often in harsh conditions. Their work embodies the best of mountain communities: selflessness, preparedness, and teamwork. While residents hope never to need them, there’s deep comfort in knowing they’re always ready.

KFFR Community Radio

As a nonprofit, KFFR Community Radio amplifies local voices, providing a platform for news, music, and culture rooted in the county itself. Run largely by volunteers, the station reflects Grand County back to its residents, one broadcast at a time. Its grassroots approach has built loyalty among listeners who know that what they hear on KFFR is truly their own community speaking.

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