And now... we wait.
Thank you, Vail Valley, for voting for us this August. Now, we wait as the votes are being tallied, to see who the 2026-2027 winners are. They will be announced in early November!
Education Foundation of Eagle County
Nominated Best Nonprofit: Education & Youth Development
EFEC’s nonprofit services champion public education as the cornerstone of a thriving community. We empower educators with Classroom Grants, Educator Scholarships, Apple Awards, and more, while funding student enrichment in STEM, arts, athletics, and mental health programs. By bridging gaps in funding and opportunity, EFEC ensures every student can thrive and every educator feels valued and supported.
Education Foundation of Eagle County
Nominated Best Community Advocacy
EFEC’s advocacy plays a critical role in making education funding challenges visible, engaging the community honestly, and supporting long-term solutions that strengthen our schools, educators, and students. Since 2011, EFEC’s advocacy and campaign work have brought over $350 million in local dollars to our Eagle County School District. Learn more about our advocacy here.
EFEC’S Project Funway
Nominated Best Event
Project Funway is EFEC’s signature FUNdraising event! This anything-but-fabric fashion show astounds and delights audiences of all ages! Imaginative, brilliant, one-of-a-kind fashion designs parade the runway in this unique fundraising event. The show celebrates and supports creativity, art, and design.
This event raises money to support the Education Foundation of Eagle County across all areas of its mission, helping Eagle County students, teachers, and schools.
Save the date! Project Funway returns on Saturday, March 20th, 2027!
EFEC’s Music & Arts Camp
Nominated Best Summer Camps
EFEC’s Music & Art Camp is a joyful weeklong adventure where creativity takes center stage for campers aged 8 to 12 years old. Campers dive into daily music instruction, ukulele strumming, and hands-on art projects, from mixed media masterpieces to vibrant crafts, alongside yoga and mindful meditation. The week wraps up with a show-stopping concert, celebrating new skills, friendships, and the magic of self-expression.
Thank You, Vail Valley!
