Corporate citizenship critical to The Olympic's mission
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Corporate citizenship critical to The Olympic's mission

Dennis Clark, general manager of The Fairmont Olympic Hotel, said philanthropy is "a critical part of our responsibility to the city of Seattle."

The Fairmont Olympic Hotel, with its classic Italian renaissance architecture and elegant interior, is one of Seattle's most recognizable landmarks. Celebrating its 80th anniversary this year, The Olympic has been considered "Seattle's hotel" since citizens raised funds to build the property in 1924. Created to be a luxury hotel for the growing city, The Olympic has reciprocated the support of its community through philanthropic endeavors since its inception.

"The Olympic Hotel has a long and distinguished history of corporate citizenship and Fairmont Hotels & Resorts sees this as a critical part of our responsibility to the city of Seattle," said Dennis Clark, the hotel's general manager.

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center has been a longtime beneficiary of that corporate citizenship. The Olympic hosts one of the Center's key fund-raising events — Happy Hour for the Hutch — and has sponsored others, including the Shore Run/Walk.

The Center is but one of The Fairmont Olympic's many philanthropic endeavors. Its generosity stretches across Alaska, Montana, Idaho and Washington in support of the Make-A-Wish Foundation, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts' national philanthropic project. In addition, the hotel donates gift certificates each year for various fund-raising auctions throughout Puget Sound. The list of The Olympic's beneficiaries includes nearly 100 of the region's nonprofits, such as Children's Hospital, YWCA, American Red Cross, Big Brothers Big Sisters, The Hope Heart Institute, and Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.

"Civic pride is about more than managing a AAA Five Diamond property and creating unforgettable memories for our guests," Dennis said. "It's about giving back in meaningful ways to Seattle, its citizens and the many committed philanthropic organizations in this region."

It's hard to imagine more people having a better time in support of a worthier cause than the several hundred people who flock each June to The Olympic for Happy Hour for the Hutch. The annual auction party has raised $735,000 for the Hutchinson Center over the last five years, providing scientists with vital funds to conduct cutting-edge, lifesaving research.

As Happy Hour hosts, The Olympic and its staff not only provide an unparalleled venue and impeccable service, they procure auction items, select the decor and supply the food and beverages for the event, held in the hotel's Spanish Ballroom.

Billed as a casual after-work gathering as opposed to a formal sit-down affair, Happy Hour for the Hutch has become a tradition at The Fairmont Olympic, which continues to creatively pull out all the stops to ensure guests have a great time and come back year after year, said Beverly Magee, director of sales and marketing. "It's a 'wow!'experience in the sense that guests can expect a unique event each year," she said. "It's also our opportunity to partner with such a great organization and to inspire more people to spread the word about the Hutchinson Center and the research it leads."

The live and silent auctions at the Happy Hour feature unique travel packages involving Fairmont Hotels & Resorts properties around the world. Last year, one of those packages included a five-night stay at the Fairmont Monte Carlo. To set the stage for the bidding, the hotel commissioned an ice sculptor to carve a Monte Carlo facade through which guests entered the Spanish Ballroom.

"We're honored to have Happy Hour for the Hutch as one of the hotel's signature events," Dennis said. "And through this event, we are able to contribute to the tremendous work and research taking place at this important Seattle institution."

For information on attending or volunteering for the 2006 Happy Hour for the Hutch, contact Rachel Kaber at (206) 947-5523 or rkaber@fhcrc.org.

The Hutchinson Society

We proudly thank the following individuals and family foundations that joined or renewed their membership in The Hutchinson Society between July 1 and Oct. 15, 2005. These generous donors are essential members of the core community of people who invest in the Hutchinson Center's mission to eliminate cancer as a cause of human suffering and death.

Nobel Laureates Circle
$1 million or more
Bob and Pat Herbold

Visionary Circle
$25,000 — $999,999
Dr. Frederick and Janet Appelbaum
J. Orin and Charlene A. Edson
Mr. Hugh S. Ferguson
Edward and Karen Fritzky
Dr. Mark Groudine and Ms. Cynthia Putnam
Laura A. Landro and Richard E. Salomon
Listwin Family Foundation
Ruth B. and Milton R. Shindell

Leadership Circle
$10,000 — $24,999
Harry W. Morrison Foundation, Inc.
John B. Piacentini Trust
John R. and Paula Blood Family Trust
Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Kullman
Mr. and Mrs. Donald P. Nielsen
Kevin and Cynthia Swett

Did you know you may leave a bequest in memory of a loved one?

Creating a memorial bequest in your will leaves a legacy in your name and the name of a loved one that will make a big difference in the fight against cancer. Contact our Planned Giving Department at (206) 667-3396, toll-free at (800) 279-1618 or e-mail plannedgiving@fhcrc.org today to learn more.

The perfect holiday gift for your business associates

Looking for a meaningful way to honor your business associates and customers for the holidays? Spirit of Giving cards are a perfect solution. For a donation of $350, you receive 100 cards and matching envelopes. Additional sets of 50 cards and envelopes are $75 each. Spirit of Giving cards are scored and delivered flat for convenient imprinting on the inside. Cards include the message: "In the spirit of giving this holiday season, a contribution has been made in your honor to Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center." Proceeds from the colorful holiday cards support innovative cancer-research programs at the Hutchinson Center. For more information, go to www.fhcrc.org/donating/corp/givingcards or contact Shelley Kikuchi at (206) 667-2895 or skikuchi@fhcrc.org.

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