Aspen, Colo – June 8, 2016 – First Western Trust, Aspen, is launching its #Wealthisabout Grants Contest in support of area nonprofits. The grants contest will award $7,000 to a local nonprofit that supports one of First Western Trust’s three pillars of philanthropy:
- Economic Development
- The Arts
- Women and Girls
The contest will run in two parts. The first part is a call for nominations. Any area nonprofit that supports one or more of First Western Trust’s three pillars of philanthropy is invited to submit their organization for consideration.
Nominations are open until June 22nd. On June 23rd, voting will be open to the public. The Aspen community will have two weeks to vote for a winner.
“We are thrilled to launch our #Wealthisabout grants contest,” said Charles Bantis, president of First Western Trust, Aspen. “At First Western Trust, we believe that wealth is about much more than money. It’s about investing in your community and leaving a legacy of positive impact. We are thrilled to be able to host this contest and look forward to awarding $7,000 to one of our many incredible nonprofit organizations.”
About First Western Trust
First Western Trust’s mission is to be the best private bank for the Western wealth management client. The integrated wealth management firm delivers a complete package of goals-oriented wealth advisory services to clients that have a uniquely Western spirit from its 14 offices in Colorado, Arizona, California, and Wyoming.
Through its proprietary ConnectView service model, First Western delivers tailored solutions, spanning personal, business, mortgage and philanthropic needs.