Founded by the Aspen Skiing Company in 1980 to promote philanthropy in the community, the Aspen Foundation, as it was originally named, raised funds by distributing Bronze Medallion Ski Passes to donors: a similar tradition that exists to this day. The introduction of Donor Advised Funds in 2000 further guided the Community Foundation towards fiscal and administrative self-reliance.
... "Sorry, can't do it." They'll always say, "Yes, what can we do to help?" Tamara Tormohlen is executive director of the Aspen Community...more
"We are giving the proceeds to the Aspen Community Foundation to help the victims of the fire," Sachson said. "It all makes sense. After we get...more
"The recent outpouring of support for those affected by the Lake Christine Fire is truly inspiring," Aspen Community Foundation executive...more
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