Ascendigo Autism Services

Ascendigo Autism Services Elevating the spectrum by empowering people, inspiring lives and shattering expectations.

✨ Tickets Are On Sale + Special Guest Speakers Announced! ✨Join us for Ascendigo Blue Aspen, our signature gala, on Satu...
01/08/2026

✨ Tickets Are On Sale + Special Guest Speakers Announced! ✨

Join us for Ascendigo Blue Aspen, our signature gala, on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at the iconic Hotel Jerome in Aspen.

This year’s theme—ILLUMINATE: A Night to Shine—celebrates the brilliance and potential within every individual on the autism spectrum. We are honored to welcome Tanner Smith and his mother, Nicci Smith, beloved personalities from the hit Netflix series Love on the Spectrum, as our featured guest speakers for the 2026 gala.

This authentic and engaging mother-son duo will share a lively, heartfelt presentation that captures real stories of growth, connection, self-discovery, and the power of compassion—beautifully illuminating life on the spectrum and the strength of community.

✨ “We are so excited to be the keynote speakers at Ascendigo Blue Aspen in March of 2026,” said Tanner and Nicci Smith. “It will be our first visit to Colorado, and we are thrilled to connect with new friends, raise awareness, and support the mission of Ascendigo Autism Services.”

The evening will feature unforgettable entertainment, gourmet dining, inspiring stories, and opportunities to make a lasting impact as we raise critical funds to expand programs that empower individuals with autism to thrive and shine.

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now!
👉 Learn more & reserve your seat: https://www.ascendigo.org/blue

Thrilled to join the entire CMC staff at their Winter In‑Service for a professional development session on supporting st...
01/08/2026

Thrilled to join the entire CMC staff at their Winter In‑Service for a professional development session on supporting students with disabilities—with approximately 60 faculty in attendance!

We introduced Autism 101 and explored practical ways to best support individuals with autism to ensure an inclusive, engaged learning environment where everyone can thrive. Huge thanks to Colorado Mountain College Spring Valley at Glenwood Springs for the warm welcome and steadfast commitment to inclusion! 💙

Here’s a picture of our team in action!
Left: Kayla Holthouse — Adventures Program Assistant Director
Right: Kelly Hoffman — Life Enrichment/Outreach Program Director

These smiles say it all! 😄 We’re kicking off the new year with a fresh lineup of Adult Afternoon Adventures and After Ho...
01/08/2026

These smiles say it all! 😄
We’re kicking off the new year with a fresh lineup of Adult Afternoon Adventures and After Hours at Ascendigo. While these favorite programs stay true to what participants love most, 2026 brings new themes, new experiences, and new opportunities for connection, growth, and fun. Designed for neurodivergent adults and adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities, these courses offer supportive, sensory-friendly spaces to build skills, explore interests, and strengthen community.

⏰ There’s still time to register—courses begin January 12!
👉 Learn more & sign up: www.ascendigo.org/a-fresh-new-year-a-fresh-lineup-adult-afternoon-adventures-after-hours

Your Generosity Powered a Year of Impact ✨Thanks to YOU, 2025 was extraordinary! Together, we raised $180,338 in our yea...
01/07/2026

Your Generosity Powered a Year of Impact ✨

Thanks to YOU, 2025 was extraordinary! Together, we raised $180,338 in our year-end campaign—including 21 new donors—and saw your generosity amplified through matching gifts from The Paxton Family and The Weitz Family. Because of your support, individuals on the autism spectrum experienced new adventures, learned new skills, formed friendships, and celebrated milestones. Every “GO” this year was made possible by our incredible community.

From all of us at Ascendigo, thank you for helping us GO BIG in 2025! 💛

☀️ Your Summer Dream Job Awaits! We’re hiring for Summer Adventures Camp 2026—and the excitement is already building! 🙌 ...
01/05/2026

☀️ Your Summer Dream Job Awaits!

We’re hiring for Summer Adventures Camp 2026—and the excitement is already building! 🙌 With 17 returning team members already signing letters of intent, it’s clear: this is a summer job people love coming back to.

We’re also hiring for Seasonal Leadership positions, offering a chance to lead, mentor, and make an even bigger impact this summer.

📅 Camp Dates: June 1-July 24 + Water Camp: July 27-31
- Make an impact
- Build lifelong skills
- Be part of a fun, supportive team
- Spend your summer adventuring outdoors

Ready to join a team that changes lives (and has a blast doing it)?
👉 Apply or learn more: https://www.ascendigo.org/summer-camp-staff-info/

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VOTING CLOSES AT NOON TODAY! 🚨Ascendigo Autism Services has been nominated for the 2025 Non-Profit Business of the Year ...
01/02/2026

VOTING CLOSES AT NOON TODAY! 🚨

Ascendigo Autism Services has been nominated for the 2025 Non-Profit Business of the Year by fellow members of the Carbondale Chamber—and we would appreciate your vote!

💙 This nomination reflects the voices of our community who see the impact of empowering individuals, inspiring lives, and shattering expectations every day.

👉 Vote here before it’s too late:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDNoS3z268b7s_N1nf10DXieXtkl0h86W4PtrE7dDkVsrm9g/viewform

🕛 Voting closes at NOON today (Friday, January 2, 2026)
✔️ One vote per Carbondale Chamber member business
✔️ Duplicate votes will not be counted

If Ascendigo’s work has made a difference for you, your family, or our community—please take 30 seconds and vote now ✨

Happy New Year! ✨Wishing you joy, peace, and endless blessings in 2026. We’re excited to continue our mission to elevate...
01/01/2026

Happy New Year! ✨
Wishing you joy, peace, and endless blessings in 2026. We’re excited to continue our mission to elevate the spectrum by empowering people, inspiring lives, and shattering expectations—thank you for being part of our journey!

✨ As 2025 comes to a close, we’re reflecting on a year of growth, connection, and incredible impact at Ascendigo Autism ...
12/31/2025

✨ As 2025 comes to a close, we’re reflecting on a year of growth, connection, and incredible impact at Ascendigo Autism Services. From new programs and expanded opportunities to milestones celebrated and friendships formed, this year was truly extraordinary—and it was all made possible because of our amazing community of participants, families, supporters, and staff.

✍️ In a heartfelt letter, our President & CEO shares gratitude for your support and looks ahead to an inspiring 2026. Together, we continue to create a world where individuals with autism can thrive, explore, and reach their full potential.

💛 Thank you for being part of our journey. Here’s to a new year full of hope, joy, and possibility!

Link to full letter at: www.ascendigo.org/reflecting-on-2025-gratitude-and-growth-at-ascendigo

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