How To Host Your Own Wine in the Pines Fundraiser

Wine in the Pines has always been about great food, fine wine and fabulous friends. Why not gather a few of your closest friends and family and host your own Wine in the Pines fundraiser?

Here’s how to do it

1. Send out an invitation to your guests with all the particulars of When, What, Where and Why.
2. Let your guests know why Ability Connection Colorado is important to you and why you want their help.
3. Suggest a minimum donation amount to be collected at your event.
4. Upon request, we’ll send you our logo and/or flyers to help your guests better understand the work we do.
5. Once you have held the event, send us the money you raised along with an email list of your invitees so that we can thank them personally. We would also like to tag you on Facebook with a special posting of thanks for holding your event.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can host their own fundraiser?
Anyone can host their own fundraiser to benefit Ability Connection Colorado.

I own my own business; how can I help?
Yes, business owners can let their customers know they are fundraising for Ability Connection Colorado by donating a percentage of their profits on a particular day or period of time.

 How is the money from my fundraiser being used?
The funds raised at your event will support our mission of providing critical early childhood education, innovative pathways to employment, and parent-driven family support services for people with special needs and other life challenges.

Are donations tax-deductible?
Yes, Ability Connection Colorado is a 501(c)(3) organization so all gifts are tax-deductible as permitted by law. Upon request, we can send you a tax deduction certificate recognizing the value of your contribution. Additionally, if you identify that you want your donation to go to one of ACCO’s children’s programs, your donation will qualify for the Colorado Childcare Tax Credit. Consult your tax adviser for more information.