donating to far...but how?

In many ways, non-profits are like small businesses: we have many of the same overhead costs, our board is composed of local individuals, and we also value being a part of our community. Fremont Adventure Recreation is unique in that our mission - providing fun recreation events - is also a mechanism for generating revenue. Creating events is part of our mission, our ethos, and our purpose. As costs rise, however, we are doing our best to commit to low-cost events that benefit our community. Donations of all kinds help us to keep "the lights on" at FAR while also doing our best to keep kids, adults, families, and students involved in outdoor recreation activities. 

We also assist with trail development and maintenance. FAR partners with local City and federal land managers to help where we can: with planning, construction, maintenance, and signage. At about $3-5 per linear foot, trails can be costly. 

There are many ways to give to FAR - whether you're an individual who would like to give a buck or two, or a business that has the ability to set up a more substantial contribution. All contributions are gratefully accepted. 
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individual donations

As a registered non-profit organization, we are ready and happy to accept monetary donations of all sizes! These donation help fuel our operating costs, which include insurance, advertising, event rental fees, our timing system, equipment, tools, contractor fees, promotional materials, giveaways, signs and sponsor swag, administrative fees, event costs, web hosting, and all of the other costs that many small businesses incur. 

We know that "non-profit" doesn't mean "no profit", so we use the funds generated from our events, from runBlossom to Royal 50, to help fuel our organizations everyday costs. Private donations, however, greatly help increase this revenue stream. 

Individual donations can be given at any time in any amount and are greatly appreciated! You can give through these platforms and know that your payment is secure. Donations can even be set up to repeat monthly or annually. 

Colorado Gives
www.coloradogives.org/organization/FremontAdventureRecreation

Our Donation Platform

Check to:
Fremont Adventure Recreation
c/o Ashlee Sack
1727 Sherman Avenue
Canon City, CO 81212
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membership

In 2022, we were excited to welcome members to FAR! Members who donate $60 or more are welcome to attend exclusive social events throughout the year, receive a "thank you" t-shirt, and can also provide additional input at our annual social / meeting. Our next membership drive will be in the spring. 

Sponsorship

At the beginning of each year, we ask local businesses if they'd like to contribute to FAR's mission: to promote health and wellness in our community through human-powered outdoor recreation. Small businesses owners who value recreational events, trail construction, and community can donate to FAR to help offset our annual program costs. These donations are invaluable! Some of our sponsors have been with us since 2010, and we are incredibly grateful for their support and generosity. If you're a business owner and would like to receive our 2023 sponsorship packet in January, please contact [email protected]. 
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1% for trails

Purchasing trail tools, paying trailbuilder / contractor fees, and buying signage specific to trails can be expensive. In 2015, we devised a mechanism for local businesses to help us offset these costs. Through a program called '1% for Trails', local businesses add a 1% donation to their customer's purchases. Over time, a few cents per purchase adds up, and businesses then remit a check to FAR. Those funds are used specifically for trail-related costs. This program emphasizes the fact that if everyone gives just a little, it can add up to a LOT. 

'Driftwood & Clay' is one of our newest 1% for Trails sponsors. When you shop, you're also able to donate to trail construction and maintenance!