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The Gallatin Valley Newcomers Club, a social and charitable organization, annually undertakes a fundraising campaign, with the proceeds benefiting a local non-profit chosen in the July vote of the membership.  This year we will be raising money for the Family Promise of Gallatin Valley for their kitchen/meeting space renovation project in their Emergency Shelter location. […]

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The Gallatin Valley Newcomers Club Photography Interest Group meets once a month to discuss photo techniques and editing, view photos from members of the group, and take photo shoot field trips.  We usually choose a theme, have a tutorial  related to the theme, then go into the field as a group or individually to take

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In July our members will have an opportunity to vote for one of the thirteen nonprofit organizations that applied for a grant from Gallatin Valley Newcomers Club.  Members, look for the June 29 GVNC email and please vote for one non-profit to receive the grant. Money will be raised for this non-profit with a Raffle this

Who Should GVNC Support with our Annual Fundraiser? Read More »

Enjoy lunch with fellow members and guests by the beautiful Bozeman Pond. We’re past the deadline to order a box lunch but you’re welcome to join us and bring your own lunch, beverage and chair. Dessert is provided by GVNC. The owner of Oak Garden Nursery will demonstrate flower pot arranging. Pick a rubber ducky

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GVNC’s 2023 highly successful fall fundraising campaign culminated in a record grant award of $30,300 presented at the December 2023 holiday luncheon to Meals-on-Wheels of Gallatin County. Qualified, local nonprofits submit applications which are then voted on by GVNC members. The winner of the highest vote tally is then awarded the funds raised. Please encourage

June 1 Grant Application Deadline Read More »

Each year the Gallatin Valley Newcomers Board of Directors chooses a member who embodies the heart of the organization. In addition to recognizing this outstanding volunteer at the club’s annual meeting, GVNC also makes a donation to the nonprofit selected by the awardee in her name. On April 4, 2024, the Heart of the Organization

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Reminder to GVNC Members: April 8 is the last date you can vote for our new Executive Committee board members. Check the email sent you on April 1 for the link to vote for this year’s slate of candidates.

GVNC MEMBERS: IT’S TIME TO VOTE! Read More »

Susie Martin has been a member of GVNC for years and during that time she has continually given her time for Newcomers. Over the years she has volunteered for the Auction Fundraiser, been a Hiking Group Co-Chair for 5 years, leads Chinese Mah Jongg, has been a valued member of the Nominating Committee, and Co-Chaired

Susie Martin – An Outstanding Volunteer for GVNC Read More »

Please encourage your favorite 501(c)(3) organization to apply to be the recipient of our annual grant.     The deadline to apply is June 1, 2024  The online, fillable Grant Application process and form may be found on our website on the Philanthropy page. (in the About Us menu item) Later this summer, our membership will vote to

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Every fall GVNC showcases our mission to raise money for a nonprofit of Bozeman. This year it could not have happened without Debbie Feigle, Catharine Hogan Kalmanson, Marci Wattenbarger, Robin Rose and Robin Whitesides.  They have put in numerous volunteer hours to place a $30,300 check in the hands of our local Meals-On-Wheels organization.  Our entire GVNC  Membership

Our Fundraising Committee – You Are the Best! Read More »

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