Vail Valley Foundation - Fall 202 IMPACT Newsletter

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IMPACT IMPACT

News on how supporters like you are elevating arts, athletics, education, and community in the Vail Valley FA L L 202 3

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“CORPS” of our Community

YouthPower365’s AmeriCorps program is making an impact throughout the valley

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Spectacular seasons! With more to come at our venues...

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Legendary: The Vail Dance Festival season was a crowd pleaser.

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VIP EXPERIENCES: A look at what’s available for Xfinity Birds of Prey.

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Photo by Jon Resnick.

PEAK PATHFINDERS

When Alison Dalmasso graduated from the University of Illinois with a degree in biology, she knew she wanted to pursue a meaningful career. Like many college grads, however, she wasn’t exactly sure where that would lead her.

On a suggestion from family, she explored options through AmeriCorps, and saw an intriguing opening to be a member of YouthPower365’s AmeriCorps Peak Pathfinders program. Soon after, she found herself fully engaged in a brand-new place, and active in a brand-new world of making powerful contributions to youth and the community for the Vail Valley Foundation’s YouthPower365 right here in Eagle County.

Ali now provides support in academics and social and emotional learning to middle schoolers at Homestake Peak School – and the experience has been life-changing for her and the youth she serves.

“I check in with the kids I work with daily to see how they are doing,” she says. “It’s important to keep open communication, provide them with someone who listens to them, and who trusts them, and they can trust as well.

Peak Pathfinder Alison Dalmasso, at right, with a student, center, and Peak Pathfinder Olivia Beltran.

Peak Pathfinder Tia Keatting reads to students.

For Ali, the experience has given her a clear professional path. Now in her second year of service as a Peak Pathfinder, she has joined the new Teacher Residency program, a partnership between YouthPower365, Serve Colorado, and Colorado Mountain College, to help AmeriCorps members pursue teaching as a career. At the end of this year, Ali will secure an alternative teacher license.

“When we started the AmeriCorps program three years ago, we didn’t know where it would take us,” says YouthPower365 Executive Director Sara Amberg. “Every day I am amazed at the positive impact it is having on kids, and families, and school … and me too! I love AmeriCorps.”

Amberg says the Vail Valley Foundation's YouthPower365, with help from supporters like YOU, and strong partnerships with Eagle County Schools and Colorado Mountain College, is building the program to help inspire many more young people to join the teaching profession.

ONE OF MANY WAYS

Ali is one of 14 AmeriCorps Peak Pathfinder members in 2023-24 who bring youth, energy, excitement, and expertise to classrooms and athletic fields throughout the valley. Not all are on track to be teachers, but all are contributing immensely across all YouthPower365’s many programs, providing the type of individual attention that helps teachers, students, and families find success.

THANK YOU!

Supporting YouthPower365 is a powerful way to have a lasting, positive impact on our community. From early childhood to college and career, YouthPower365 provides programs to help youth reach their full potential. We support youth and families every step of the way.

• Less than 2% of YouthPower365 revenue comes from student participation fees

• 98% of revenue comes from donor, grant, and corporate support

Supporting a growing team!

• 17 full-time staff

• 8 year round part-time staff

• 14 AmeriCorps members

• 200+ teachers and coaches

• 70+ volunteers

We operate programs in every public school in the valley, 16 schools in total.

SAVE THE DATES!

February 16, 2024

BLACK DIAMOND BALL NEW LOCATION! Grand Hyatt Vail

July 16, 2024

STAR DANCING GALA

Photos by Jon Resnick & Chris Kendig.

“Being in schools showed me just how much these kids need their teachers.”

—Ali Dalmasso, AmeriCorps Peak Pathfinder member

Peak Pathfinder Jonathan Pimentel, second from right, with high school student interns.

VPAC 25TH ANNIVERSARY � �mashin� �uccess

In the late 90s, only a very few believed in the bold vision of building a world-class performing arts venue in the heart of Beaver Creek Village.

Throughout the 25th anniversary season in 2022-2023, the Vilar Performing Arts Center community showed that the belief in the value of the venue, and the performing arts, is stronger than ever. We are grateful for the incredible support we’ve received from YOU, our amazing supporters, volunteers, and patrons, to continue the great legacy of this cherished epicenter of community and the arts.

BEST SEASON YET at Ge�ald R. Fo�d Amphitheater 2023

The Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater hosted its firstever “Après at the Amp” event the weekend of April 7—its earliest opening ever, and programming continues through October with Bert Kreischer on October 5. It was a summer full of sold-out shows including a legendary “Chicago” performance as part of the “Amp Summer Concert” series, the highly-popular Patriotic Concert co-hosted with Bravo! Vail, and the highest ticket-revenue ever for the Vail Dance Festival.

2 Après at the Amp performances

3 nights of concerts at GoPro Mountains of Music

13 Amp Summer Concerts

9 Vail Dance Festival Performances*

8 Hot Summer Nights free concerts *Other performances hosted

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LEGENDS A Fe�tival o�

Thanks to your generous support, the 35th season of the Vail Dance Festival brought 12 nights of artistry with dance legends and a slate of up-and-coming stars. We enjoyed evenings with the Martha Graham Dance Company, BalletX, DanceAspen, Music From The Sole, and L.A. Dance Project; and we were graced with brilliant new works from Justin Peck, Caili Quan, Adji Cissoko, Kyle Abraham, Larry Keigwin, Melissa Toogood, Jamar Roberts, Lil Buck, Matthew Neenan, and Tiler Peck. We were also fortunate to give a platform for development to our incredible Artist-In-Residence, Adji Cissoko, who we saw shine through a variety of performances, new works, and collaborative efforts.   Renew your support today at VailDance.org/Support to ensure you won't miss out on the exciting donor benefits we'll be offering at the 2024 Festival, opening on July 26!

Photo by Christopher Duggan.

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VIP EXPERIENCE

DEC 1–3, 2023 | BCWORLDCUP.COM/VIP

BIRDS EYE VIEW VIP PACKAGES

1-DAY EXPERIENCE // $5,000 (per package)

• VIP shuttle service to and from the finish area for two (2) people

• Inclusive of complimentary valet parking in Beaver Creek

• Access to the private, elevated viewing deck within existing VIP area for one designated race days

The Xfinity Birds of Prey Audio FIS World Cup Ski Racing event is a free event hosted by the nonprofit Vail Valley Foundation. Every VIP ticket purchased goes directly to supporting Birds of Prey event operations and ensuring ski racing has a long and vibrant future in the Vail Valley.

BOOK TODAY

For more questions or to purchase your package, please contact events@vvf.org.

VIP HOSPITALITY PACKAGES

3-DAY VIP PACKAGE // $2,500 (per package)

• Two (2) Event VIP Tickets per day

• VIP Tickets provide access to the main Event VIP Hospitality tent and outdoor viewing area on race days within designated hours.

• Inclusive of F&B service for two (2) people

• Elevated outdoor viewing deck with lounge seating, dedicated bar service and a burger bar

• Two (2) VIP Gift Bags

• Two (2) tickets to Beers of Prey Tasting event on December 2

3-DAY EXPERIENCE // $12,000 (per package)

• VIP shuttle service to and from the finish area for two (2) people

• Inclusive of complimentary valet parking in Beaver Creek

• Access to the private, elevated viewing deck within existing VIP area for all three race days

• Inclusive of F&B service for two (2) people

• Elevated outdoor viewing deck with lounge seating, dedicated bar service and a burger bar

• Two (2) VIP Gift Bags

• Two (2) tickets to Beers of Prey Tasting event on December 2

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AMANDA PRECOURT 2023 CITIZEN

OF THE YEAR

There are an endless string of adjectives that are applied to life as an adolescent girl: tumultuous, ever-changing, challenging, or uncomfortable. For many, these words stir up memories of a worrying time— one filled with confusion and difficulty.

Thanks to the vision and leadership of Amanda Precourt, the words in the Eagle River Valley now take a different tone: empowering, exciting, wonderful and memorable.

In 2011, Precourt founded Girl PowHER. The unique

and a significant benefactor of the Vail Valley Foundation’s mission. Along with all of the above, she also currently serves on the Board of Directors for Eagle Valley Behavioral Health, Vail Health Foundation, and the Denver Art Museum.

In recognition of an exceptional level of leadership and contribution across a wide range of causes and initiatives in the community, the Vail Valley Foundation has honored Amanda Precourt throughout this calendar year as the 2023 Vail Valley Citizen of the Year

program, operated by the Vail Valley Foundation’s YouthPower365, has connected with hundreds of young women to help build lasting bonds of support.

Along with creating and spearheading the Girl PowHER program, Precourt has been a strong supporter of Vail Health, Vail Health Foundation, Eagle Valley Behavioral Health, Habitat for Humanity Vail Valley, Bravo! Vail Music Festival, Walking Mountains, First Descents, the Denver Art Museum, the Museum of Contemporary Art, Denver (MCA Denver),

“Amanda Precourt is an exceptional contributor to our community’s well-being, helping create pillars of support throughout the community that provide help where it’s needed most,” said Mike Imhof, President of the Vail Valley Foundation. “She is energetic, highly motivated, and she brings true problem-solving abilities to the table. We have been extremely pleased honor her all year long as the Vail Valley Citizen of the Year.”

“Amanda Precourt is an exceptional contributor to our community’s well-being, helping create pillars of support throughout the community that provide help where it’s needed most.”

—Mike Imhof, President of the Vail Valley Foundation

YOU can leave a legacy!

With just a few words, you can make a huge difference.

It’s true! Your support of the Vail Valley Foundation can last far beyond your lifetime. Here are two popular ways to make your dedication continue for generations:

1. Include us in your will or living trust.

How do I set it up? Add as little as one sentence (often referred to as “bequest language”) saying you want to support us. With the help of your estate planning attorney or your willplanning website, you can give a meaningful gift.

2. Name the Vail Valley Foundation as a beneficiary of a retirement account, life insurance policy or commercial annuity.

How do I set it up? Contact your retirement plan administrator for a change-of-beneficiary form. On the form, list the percentage you would like us to receive.

Photo by Chris Kendig.