❄️ Annual WOW Donor Kickoff Party – Winter 2027

About this event

🎿 Event Overview

Join us as we kick off the 2027 winter season with an evening of connection, purpose, and mountain spirit.

This annual gathering brings together current and future donors who believe in empowering women and girls in winter sports. During the evening, guests will:

✔ Renew or make their annual donation to support Women of Winter programs and scholarships

✔ Enjoy a community dinner and winter-season celebration

✔ Participate in our raffle fundraiser — tickets just $5 each

✔ Hear updates on:

• upcoming ski and non-ski events

• clinics

• meet our ski instructors

• learn about the ski bum teams, the alpine ski-togethers

• our scholarship program and

• leadership opportunities

• Men of the Mountain (that's right, men are welcome!)

🎁 Raffle Prizes Include:

• Overnight Stay at The Sun & Ski Inn

• Neon Wave Tuning Card

• + More prizes announced soon!

Guests may purchase raffle entries individually during registration or on-site.

💙 Who Can Attend?

This event is open to:

• Current and past donors

• New supporters interested in getting involved

• Friends, spouses, partners — yes, men are welcome too!

• Individuals who want to support the mission, even if they don’t ski

To be considered an Active WoW Donor for Winter 2027 individuals should make their annual donation.

WoW's can participate in any scheduled events on or off the hill and are encouraged to volunteer to organize

other activities or gatherings for WoW's and MoM's (Men Of the Mountain)

💵 Ticket / Donation* Options (Early Bird Available Until November 30 - Then Its Pay At the Door for More NO CASH ) :

Annual Donor Renewal Early Bird - Includes donation + dinner + program access New Donor Dinner Ticket Early Bird - First-time donor contribution + dinner Dinner Only Early Bird (Supporter Guest) - Dinner without donation commitment Raffle Ticket – $5 Each - Available online or at event

Make a Donation Only - For supporters unable to attend in person

Tickets will be available the day of the event, however at a higher price, therefore purchases ahead are encouraged, day of exact money no change!

🌨 Why This Event Matters

Your donation helps:

• Fund scholarships for girls at Mt. Mansfield Ski Academy

• Support winter skills clinics, community events & leadership development

• Build a multi-generational, inclusive winter sports community

🎟 Ready to Join Us?

Spots are limited due to venue capacity.

Register early to save moolah (It will cost most at the door) , secure your dinner seat, and help us make this season unforgettable.

*Making the suggested tax deductible donation of $40 or more per person, most of which will go to the scholarship fund while a small portion will support WoW administrative expenses. The donation will include access to our private group and app, the WoW monthly newsletter, ski clinics (usually at a reduced cost) , ski bum teams, invitations to events and discounts at certain establishments around town. Donor Membership payments taken throughout the year (January 1 - Dec 1) will expire December 31 of the same year.