Altitude™ Giving
Investing in What Matters Most
At CSB, giving back is part of who we are. Through Altitude™ Giving we invest in the communities we serve—supporting local organizations, fostering philanthropy, and creating opportunities for growth and connection across the Western Slope.
Altitude™ Giving honors community as a cornerstone of our mission. In addition to dedicated our team through leadership involvement, we focus on two primary forms of giving: Cash Donations – Direct contributions to organizations making a measurable difference. Sponsorships – Funding, time, and commitment to initiatives that strengthen community and inspire philanthropy.
Cash Donations: Partnering for Elevated Impact
Each year, we proudly support the Western Colorado Community Foundation (WCCF), providing most of the funding for the Ouray County Community Fund and the San Juan County Community Fund. On the West-End we partner with the West End Pay It Forward Trust (WEPIFT). These contributions help drive grant-making and funding initiatives across the Western Slope and especially in our local communities where the need is great.
Why WCCF & WEPIFT?
• Trusted partnerships in regional philanthropy
• Amplifies local impact through strategic grant-making
• Ensures resources reach those who need them most
Please check these sites for specific details and deadlines.
The San Juan County Community Fund award in grants to nonprofit organizations and community projects serving the citizens of San Juan County. It is also a permanent charitable endowment that distributes its earnings each year into the community. Grant requests should range from $500 to $1,000 per organization. Learn more at https://wc-cf.org/sjccf/
The Ouray County Community Fund (OCCF) is a charitable investment account to benefit the people of Ouray County. Donations are used to support local nonprofit organizations and community improvement projects. Grant requests range from $500 to $5,000 per organization. Learn more at https://wc-cf.org/occf/
The West End Pay it Forward Trust (WEPIFT) Community Grants are available to any nonprofit organization, local taxing entity, or organization working under a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that strives to benefit the community and its residents. Grants are awarded to organizations for projects that focus on the West End communities of Nucla, Naturita, Bedrock and Paradox.
Sponsorships: More Than a Logo
Beyond donations, we actively sponsor community organizations, events and initiatives that foster connection, growth, and giving. Our sponsorships combine financial support with hands-on involvement, reinforcing our commitment to building strong, vibrant communities.
Want to learn more or explore sponsorship opportunities? Visit your local CSB branch to meet with our team about your event and alignment with CSB’s Altitude™ Giving focus.
Leadership Through Service
Altitude™ Giving isn’t just about writing checks—it’s about leading with purpose. Our commitment to community extends beyond donations and sponsorships. We actively serve on boards and committees that advance our mission of giving and strengthen the communities we call home. Through these roles, we contribute expertise, time, and passion to organizations that share our vision for local impact.
Organizations we support through leadership involvements:
- Ouray Advocacy for Kids
supporting early childhood through micro-grants in Ouray County - Buell Foundation
supporting early childhood through grant-making. https://buellfoundation.org/ - El Pomar Foundation
grant-making to enhance, encourage, and promote the current and future well-being of the people of Colorado. https://www.elpomar.org/ - Rocky Mountain Health Foundation
grant-making to enhance the health and well-being of people living on the Western Slope https://rmhealth.org/
- Fort Lewis College Katz School of Business Advisory Council
- Telluride Association of Realtors https://tellurideassociationrealtors.com/
- Telluride R-1 School District Accountability Committee
- Ah Haa School for the Arts https://ahhaa.org/
- Sherbino Theatre https://sherbino.org/
- Montrose 4-H + Montrose County Fair & Rodeo Superintendent
- Uncompahgre Cattlemens Association Board
- Voyager Youth Program https://www.voyageryouth.org/
- Nucla-Naturita Chamber of Commerce https://nucla-naturita.com/
- Nucla-Naturita Fire Protection District
- West End Pay it Forward Trust https://www.westendpayitforward.org/
- West End Economic Development Corp https://choosewestend.org/
Our Commitment to Community
Community banking is built on relationships, trust, and local impact. Altitude™ Giving reflects that commitment by reinvesting in the places where we live and work. Through donations, sponsorships, and leadership, we strengthen the fabric of our communities—because when our neighbors thrive, we all thrive.
Giving isn’t separate from banking; it’s an extension of our promise to serve with purpose.
