Wine in the Pines Moves To Online Auction

October 22, 6pm to October 26, 6pm

For over 40 years, Wine in the Pines has been one of Colorado’s premier food and wine traditions, raising critical funds to support Ability Connection Colorado (ACCO) and the Kelly Smith Employment Center. This beloved event has helped thousands of Coloradans with disabilities gain meaningful employment, independence, and purpose.

This year, with the economy challenging families and businesses alike, we’re reimagining Wine in the Pines 2025 as an online auction experience—and we need your support to make it a success.

$.90 of every dollar raised will go towards changing the unacceptable 88% rate of unemployment for youth and adults with disabilities in Colorado. As a result of this event, today, through Ability Connection Colorado’s (ACCO) the Kelly Smith Statewide Employment Center annually supports over 3600 individuals with differing disabilities and challenges through several innovative programs: Employment Works! Ready to Achieve Mentoring Program (RAMP) for youth, Ticket to Work, and Social Security Benefits Counseling.

Thank you for helping us celebrate 41 remarkable years of Wine in the Pines memories!

From Auction to Impact: Supporting Employment for All

By participating in the Wine in the Pines Online Auction, you’re doing so much more than bidding on incredible items—you’re helping create life-changing opportunities for youth and adults with disabilities across Colorado. Every dollar raised supports the Kelly Smith Employment Center and its innovative programs like Employment Works!, RAMP, Ticket to Work, and Social Security Benefits Counseling. These services give individuals the tools, training, and confidence they need to overcome the staggering 88% unemployment rate faced by people with disabilities in our state. Your bids directly fuel career mentorship, job placement, and financial independence for those who are ready and eager to contribute their talents in the workplace. When you take part in the auction, you’re not only getting the chance to win unique trips, fine wines, art, dining experiences, and more—you’re investing in a stronger, more inclusive community where everyone has the right to meaningful employment and a sense of purpose.

Here’s a fun look at some of our past themes!