The Lake Fork Community Foundation, established in 1994, is dedicated to promoting and supporting the citizens of a specific region in Hinsdale County along the valley of the Lake Fork of the Gunnison River. As a Colorado Nonprofit Corporation and a qualified Private Foundation by the IRS, its mission encompasses youth support (including educational assistance and recreational facilities), assistance to various institutions and public schools, promoting scientific research, care for the sick, aged, and helpless, support for needy individuals, beautification projects, and care and protection of animals. All its activities aim at enhancing community well-being and are supported by tax-deductible donations.