GO BIG!
Together, we can GO Higher. GO Farther. GO Beyond.
Make a BIG Difference!
When you GO BIG with your gift this year, you help us:
- Empower children and adults through adventure, therapy, and skill-building programs.
- Expand access to vital early childhood, vocational and residential services.
- Create inclusive communities where neurodiverse individuals can thrive.
AscendiGO BIG!
Every step forward at Ascendigo Autism Services is powered by you — our community of supporters, adventurers, and believers who know that growth happens when we GO BIG.
At Ascendigo, “GO” is more than a word — it’s a movement.
We help individuals on the autism spectrum GO Higher in confidence, GO Farther in independence, and GO Anywhere their dreams take them. Each “GO” celebrates progress, connection, and possibility — fueled by compassion, innovation, and your generosity.
GO Inspire
YOUR Generosity Has Inspired A New Donor So We Can GO EVEN BIGGER!
With the support of ALL our generous donors, YOU helped us GO BIG and unlock our first $20K match on Colorado Gives Day—now a new donor has stepped up so we can GO EVEN BIGGER before the end of the year!
The Paxton Family was so inspired by this momentum that they’ve stepped up with an additional $20,000 match through December 31st to help us reach our END OF YEAR GOAL of $125,000. The Paxton family’s connection to Ascendigo began with Joey’s first two-week Summer Adventure Camp—an experience that showed them just how much he was capable of with the right support.
GO with Gratitude
Thank you to the Weitz Family for a generous $20,000 matching gift. This gift, combined with the generosity of our supporters, unlocked the match and YOUR generosity BLEW US AWAY with $56,212 raised on Colorado Gives Day!
The Weitz Family — a long-time summer camp family and dedicated supporters of Ascendigo through philanthropy, volunteerism, and participation in our year-round programming — made this gift to inspire our community to GO BIG for the people we serve.
“Thanks to Ascendigo, our son has grown into a confident skier, an eager rock climber, and someone who now glides down the river with pure joy. Ascendigo has inspired him to GO BIG in every adventure — and we’re deeply grateful for the world of possibilities it has opened for our whole family.”
— Kate and Roger Weitz
2025: A BIG Year of Growth & Impact
Your support made 2025 a year of transformation.
🌟A New Home for Growth
We opened our thoughtfully designed new facility — a space built for accessibility, comfort, and independence. Every room, light, and layout was created with the sensory and functional needs of individuals with autism in mind.
🌄 Adventures that Change Lives
This summer, our Adventures team served 104 participants — including 22 new families from across the U.S. and abroad. Last winter, we delivered 237 Private Ski Lessons across 47 clients & trained ski buddies to support 13 local kids enrolled in AVSC ski lessons. Through outdoor recreation, skill development, and connection, every climb and paddle represented courage and growth.
🌻 Programs for Every Life Stage
Our new adult programs — After Hours and Adult Afternoon Adventures — welcomed 16 new participants into enriching courses that build skills, confidence, and friendships.
💼 Inclusive Employment Opportunities
Our Vocational program expanded to 10 new DVR clients and partnered with local employers like Lift Up, the Element Hotel, and Garfield County Libraries to open doors to paid and volunteer work for adults on the spectrum. Through partnerships with five local high schools, over 25 students received pre-employment training — from job readiness to college exploration.
🏡 Living with Purpose
Your gift helps individuals GO Live with purpose—building confidence, independence, and joy in every milestone. Our Residential Program provides a supportive, empowering environment where adults with autism can thrive, gain self-reliance, and feel a true sense of belonging. Every day is an opportunity to grow skills, form friendships, and embrace independence in a vibrant community designed just for them.
💙 Building Community Awareness
Through our Inclusion Advocate campaign, businesses across the Roaring Fork Valley & beyond proudly displayed their commitment to neurodiversity, creating a more inclusive region for all.
