Ways to Give
As Routt County’s only public swimming and recreation facility operating without city or county tax support, Old Town Hot Springs depends on generous donors like you. For over 130 years, we’ve been a place where our community comes to soak, swim, sweat, and connect. Your support ensures we can continue to provide vital programs, maintain our historic facility, and serve our community for generations to come. Donate now!
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Eight Easy Ways to Give at OTHS
1. Donate
Simply use the form on this webpage to submit your gift online. If you’d rather pay by mail, please send it to our address below.
Old Town Hot Springs
Attn: Kate Warnke
PO Box 771211
Steamboat Springs, CO 80477
Please give our Philanthropy Director, Kate Warnke, a call at 970-457-1198 if you have any questions.
2. Planned Giving
We are so pleased to recognize the people who are planning for gifts today that will provide significant benefits to our community in the future by investing in our mission. Learn more about our Legacy Society.
3. Buy a Paver
See your name “go down in history” at our historic community hot springs. Buy a paver today! The pavers sell for $1,000 each. The 12” X 12” size allows plenty of room for individual or business names, messages, graphics, business logos, ranch brands, and commemorative messages… such as honoring a friend or family member, memorializing someone special, or commemorating a special event in someone’s life.
4. Colorado Gives Day
Colorado Gives Day is an annual statewide movement to celebrate and increase philanthropy in Colorado through online giving. Donations are accepted through ColoradoGives.org.
ColoradoGives Day is December 9th, but you can make a donation at any time throughout the year.
5. Shop at the Right Places
It’s easy to support Old Town Hot Springs through your everyday purchases.
- City Market Community Rewards
Search Old Town Hot Springs or HQ398 then enroll. - Kings Soopers Community Rewards
Search Old Town Hot Springs or HQ398 then enroll.
6. ReFUND CO
A new tax refund donation program is available for you to directly support the nonprofit of your choice. You can donate a portion of or all of your Colorado state income tax refund to support Old Town Hot Springs.
ReFUND #20093007122
EIN # 84-0328030
*Consult your tax professional for details.
7. Employer Matching Program
Many employers have a matching program in place which can maximize your donation. Please check with your company human resources department to find out if it provides a matching program to multiply your generosity.
8. Endowment Fund
OTHS has held an endowment fund at the Yampa Valley Community Foundation since 2021. Ensure the future health and wellness of the Yampa Valley community with a perpetual investment. Please contact Philanthropy Director, Kate Warnke for more information.
GIVE AND GET BACK
Old Town Hot Springs is a designated Enterprise Zone (EZ) project. All donations qualify for both an EZ Tax Credit and the charitable donation deduction for federal and state taxes. Donors who contribute $250 or more may claim a Colorado income tax credit of up to 25 percent of the amount of their donation through the EZ program.
Swim Lesson & Swim Team Scholarship Opportunities
We are proud to be the only public swimming facility in Routt County, and in a community surrounded by rushing rivers and alpine lakes, access to water safety and swimming instruction is essential. Our Swim Scholarship ensures that all children, regardless of income or life circumstances, have the opportunity to learn to swim and participate in the Steamboat Springs Swim Team.
When making a donation, please specify if you would like your gift to support the SSST or Swim Lesson Scholarship Fund.