Social Endeavors

Chapman Partnership for the Homeless in Miami, Florida is a model for meeting the needs of the homeless. It coordinates community services making access easy for those in need. Education, healthcare, job training are all part of the effort to move the homeless back into society as productive members. Sash Spencer was a member of the Board for many years. “Our Mission: We offer dignity and hope to all so that no persons sleep on the streets of our community.” www.chapmanpartnership.org

Adaptive Sports Center – The ASC was founded in 1987 when President and Mrs. Carter joined a group of engaged individuals to form the Physically Challenged Ski Program of Crested Butte. Since then, the ASC has thrived and grown from providing 33 alpine ski lessons during its first winter to becoming one of the premiere outdoor adaptive recreation programs in the world, offering more than 4,000 activities annually. The Adaptive Sports Center improves the quality of life of people with disabilities through outdoor adventure activities. The programs offered are inclusive to families and friends, empower its participants in their daily lives and have an enduring impact on their health, self-confidence and well-being. www.adaptivesports.org
Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences, East Boothbay, Maine. This leading undersea research organization travels the global waters in its research efforts. The Spencer Entrepreneurial Fund provides funds for commercialization of qualifying discoveries. www.bigelow.org