GRAND JUNCTION Colo. (KREX)- The Grand Valley Gives campaign kicked off Monday with a group photo at the Old Courthouse in downtown Grand Junction. The photo marked the beginning of this year's effort to raise funds for local nonprofits in Mesa County.

Grand Valley Gives is a collaboration of 57 nonprofits that participate in Colorado Gives Day, a statewide event that encourages residents to give to organizations in their own communities.

"Grand Valley Gives really is a community of nonprofits that came together to raise awareness for giving where you live in Mesa County," said Joy Thompson, founder of Grand Valley Gives.

The participating nonprofits represent a variety of causes, including animal rescue, environmental groups, and organizations that serve children and families.

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