Aspen VisionXChange: Where Bold Ideas Meet Unstoppable Action

Every two years, Aspen, Colorado, welcomes a gathering of dreamers and doers committed to creating a better future for families. 

Aspen VisionXChange is more than a convening. It’s where we create an unstoppable force for change, united by one North Star: ensuring all children and families thrive.

At a time when our country feels divided and budgets are shrinking, Ascend drives progress by going beyond partisanship.

We welcome diverse perspectives and courageous dialogue, because advancing the well-being of children and families demands bolder thinking. With a long track record navigating complex environments, Ascend is building the connective tissue across sectors and parties to fuel real impact.

For three energizing days from July 27th – 30th, 2025, VisionXChange will gather Ascend Fellows and alumni, philanthropic leaders, artists, and community changemakers to reimagine what’s possible and forge relationships that live up to our theme of “Unstoppable!”

The ideas, solutions, and connections sparked at VisionXChange belong to the entire Ascend community. After the convening, we will invite our Network and partners across the country to build on the insights and inspiration that emerge VisionXChange, so the ripple effects extend far beyond Aspen.

The brilliance of these innovators, leaders, and thinkers will help shape Ascend’s strategic direction, fueling new collaborations and strengthening our movement for years to come.

Convenings like VisionXChange root us in the power of our community – they provide an opportunity to advance meaningful change and remind us that together, we are unstoppable. Connect with Ascend for more insights and inspiration from this gathering as we build momentum over the coming weeks.

Together, we will be unstoppable.