2006 Events

Aspen Community Foundation hosted several events last year, including:

• A convening to discuss immigration and its relation to affected populations, employers, the law philanthropic assistance and the local community;
• A presentation with the Aspen Skiing Company Environmental Foundation on The Colorado Climate Project: coming together to reduce our state’s contribution and vulnerability to climate change.
• convening with The Manaus Fund of Aspen Community Foundation directors to discuss local social entrepreneurship
• A reception for Spiritual Paths, a nonprofit that explores and celebrates the spiritual in the human quest to integrate mind, body and spirit.
• A reception at Restaurant Six89 in Carbondale in August to reach out to nearby residents who have philanthropic interests.
• A gathering at the home of Donor Advisor Jackie Merrill and Jay Hughes to discuss “What drives your philanthropy?” Philanthropy and Charity: Their Value and Their Differences.
• A convening for Roaring Fork Valley educators and school administrators from local public and private schools to share ideas and discuss issues of educational importance.