Hitting the Slopes For All - Sugarbush Embraces Inclusion
Sugarbush Resort in Warren, VT has shared an update on inclusion initiatives in hopes of getting everyone out on the mountain! Representative Corrine Chiarchiaro writes, “We understand the importance of community. That’s why we partner with local academic institutions as well as other organizational partners, like the Vermont Women’s Fund, the Mad River Valley Rotary and so many more. To help others get out and enjoy everything that Vermont and the ski and ride industry as a whole have to offer.” She goes on to feature eleven of their philanthropic partners, of which there are more every season!
Their partners span a variety of specialties, like education, sustainability, and physical accessibility. Nationally recognized organization Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports offers specialized equipment and a wide variety of program options out of facilities at Sugarbush’s Mt. Ellen. Their goal is to “empower people of all abilities through inclusive sports and recreational programming regardless of the ability to pay” according to their homepage, VermontAdaptive.org. Another partner, Mad River Valley Arts, is dedicated to creating connections with our environment and building community through art. “We operate with the understanding that art supports the agency to create story, a sense of belonging, and is a means to synchronize ourselves with the natural world.” They are supported by Sugarbush through philanthropic donations from their Be Better Here Fund.
Donation to Mad River Valley Arts - photo from Sugarbush's SugarBlog
Winter sports can sometimes feel like a far-off dream for many, so it’s great to see resorts like Sugarbush reaching out to folks who may not have otherwise had an opportunity. Read more about their partnerships here: Community Partners.
