We are a leader in philanthropic efforts ranging from corporate donations to environmental initiatives to supporting veterans and our community. Employees drive a huge part of this collective effort and are encouraged to get involved. In fact, we may be one of the few companies that allows employees to sit on philanthropic boards. Typically, board positions come available in January. Keep an eye out in the employee newsletter for announcements. Read on for more information:
- The Environmental Foundation is a collaboration with Aspen Community Foundation and the Aspen Skiing Company Family Fund, with added support from Lavazza. This nonprofit employee organization is dedicated to protecting and preserving the regional environment. It funds projects that fight climate change, foster environmental stewardship, and promote clean energy development at a local and national policy level. The foundation is most interested in making grants to organizations that identify and work on the root causes of problems with a commitment to long-term change. Historically, 40% of employees donate and we’re pushing to move the needle to 50%. Learn More or go to these links to donate now in English and Spanish.
- The Caring for Community Fund is funded by employees and supported by a 2 for 1 match from the Aspen Skiing Company Family Fund. The fund is dedicated to serving the Roaring Fork Valley’s neediest individuals and families. It provides grants that support food access, mental health care, emergency services, affordable housing, education and skill-building programs. Ultimately, its goal is to give people the tools they need to succeed. Donors to the fund rose from 7% in its second year to 14% last year. Learn More or go to these links to donate now in English and Spanish.
- The Limelight Ketchum has a community fund modeled after those in Aspen Snowmass. The Community Fund is a vehicle to engage the hotel’s workforce and is financed by contributions from the Limelight Hotel Ketchum’s operations, by employees through an optional paycheck deduction, and by guests through a $1-per-night donation that can be opted out of at any time. A minimum of $20,000 is contributed each fiscal year. The fund is governed by a board of the Limelight Hotel Ketchum employees, and grant recipients include specific areas of need, such as early childhood education, environment, youth development, etc. Learn more and check out their blog here. Go to these links to donate now in English and Spanish.
If you would like to change or halt your payroll deduction, please email [email protected]. You can also submit the form above to this email with the new change as well.
Ways to make a difference:
With your wallet
- Payroll deduction program or One-time Donation. You are welcome to pause, cancel, or change your payroll deduction donation as needed at any time. Simply email [email protected]. See details above on this program.
With your outdoor adventures
- The ASC Family Fund has set aside $5,000 to support employees participating in events that get you outside pushing your limits for a good cause, such as Bike MS: Colorado, Komen’s Race for the Cure, Aspen Town n’ Trail 10K, and the Courage Classic Bike Race or Boogie’s Buddy Race. Through this Wellness Matching Program, each employee is eligible to receive up to $125 in matching donated funds. ASC employees just register for the event and submit a copy of their registration and proof of funds raised to Hannah Berman, and a contribution will be donated in their name.
With your shopping
- Put some extra $ in your shopping cart for the environment: City Market or Kroger Card: Register your City Market or Kroger Card online, and you can now designate the ASC Environment Foundation to get a donation from your groceries. You DO have to register your card, choose your donor, and then swipe your card or give your ID# when you shop. Details on how to register your card to donate to the environment foundation are here.
Roll up your sleeves & volunteer
- All eligible full-time year-round staff are given 16 hours of paid volunteer time annually to volunteer for a cause of their own choice. Learn More
- Looking for ways to volunteer? Check the portal calendar and employee newsletters. We’re always sending out community volunteer needs and suggestions.
