GVR Foundation
Help Us Enrich Lives and Strengthen Our Community
A thriving community is built by people who care for one another. The GVR Foundation is dedicated to enhancing, enriching, and supporting our community by investing in programs and initiatives that improve the quality of life for residents today and for generations to come.
As an independent 501(c)(3) charitable organization, the Foundation relies entirely on the generosity of individual donors, businesses, and volunteers. Every tax-deductible gift helps expand opportunities, strengthen community connections, and fund projects that make a lasting difference.
When you give to the GVR Foundation, you're not simply making a donation—you’re investing in a stronger, more vibrant community where people can connect, thrive, and enjoy a better quality of life. Together, we can create lasting impact for everyone who calls our community home.
Our Mission
Enhancing the quality of life for GVR members and the greater Green Valley community through connecting resources for those in need with those who care.
Our Vision
To be recognized community-wide as the champion of enhancing the quality of life of GVR members and the greater Green Valley Community.
Our Program
The GVR Foundation is an IRC 501(c) (3) tax-exempt, distinct legal entity apart from Green Valley Recreation, Inc., with a sole focus on charitable giving and enhancing, enriching and supporting our community. This is possible only by generous tax-deductible financial support and gifts from individual and corporate donors, friends, and volunteers.
Impact in the Community
In the past eleven years, the Foundation has provided upwards to $30,000 per year or 2/3 of the total MAP program costs. In addition, since 2020, the Foundation has also supported other local nonprofits with micro grants.
Member Assistance Program (MAP) supports financially struggling seniors in paying their annual GVR dues. Green Valley is an economically diverse community with approximately 7% living below the established poverty level. GVR member homes are deed restricted; thus, are required to pay annual dues to have access to recreational facilities and social programs. Activities correlated with healthy emotional, social, physical social engagement and positive aging,
Testimonials
“I have only praise and extreme thanks to the donors of the Member Assistance Program. I have been widowed for two years, and my sole income is from Social Security. I am sure there are other members in my predicament, and MAP is an enormous help and relief” (MAP recipient)
"MAP helped me recover mentally and physically after a very sudden, serious medical emergency. Although I had insurance, many [bills] were not covered, and I faced a mountain of bills. I live on a fixed income and have no family to help me. It took a big burden off my shoulders” (MAP recipient)
Contact Us:
Tax Id: 47-1457323
Mailing: PO Box 1553, Green Valley, AZ 85622
Email: gvrfoundation.info@gvrf.org