Philanthropy Awards

Join us for the 36th Annual Philanthropy Awards celebration as we honor outstanding individuals, businesses, and nonprofits for their remarkable contributions to Summit County.

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November 28–29, 2026 | Copper Mountain, CO

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Our Impact On The Community

124

Local Nonprofits Received Grants in 2025
147

Student Scholarships Awarded in 2026
$5M

Given Back To The Community in 2025
$65M

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Stories of Impact in the news

News The Summit Foundation Philanthropy Awards Selection Committee Announces 2026 Award Recipients

Nine honorees to be celebrated at the 36th Annual Philanthropy Awards on November 19

November 05, 2026

News Make a Difference Day: Find Your Way to Give Back on SummitCentral.org October 23, 2026

News 4th Annual Wine at the Mine Draws Record Crowd of 435 to Support Summit County

Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate the 4th Annual Wine at the Mine, our largest community turnout yet, with 435 of you joining us underground to support the causes that make Summit County home

September 18, 2026