‘Aspen for Venezuela’ event at Stranahan’s spotlights humanitarian crisis

Summary by Aspen News Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Jennika Ingram Follow jingram@aspentimes.com, Aspen Times · July 21, 2026 · 3 min read

Aspen is coming together for Venezuela with a free community fundraiser, “Aspen for Venezuela,” from 4 to 10 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at Stranahan’s Whiskey Lodge. Basalt resident and “Aspen for Venezuela” organizer Paul Montiel planned the event to generate support for those affected by the June ...

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The "Aspen for Venezuela" event at Stranahan's Whiskey Lodge demonstrates the community's capacity for compassion and mobilization in response to global crises. As a town that thrives on international tourism and cultural exchange, Aspen's residents are likely to have personal connections to countries around the world, including Venezuela. The fact that a Basalt resident like Paul Montiel, with roots in Venezuela, can quickly rally support from local businesses and individuals speaks to the valley's strong sense of community and social responsibility. The event also highlights the role that local businesses, such as Stranahan's, can play in hosting and supporting community-driven initiatives. As the Roaring Fork Valley continues to grow and diversify, events like "Aspen for Venezuela" showcase the potential for Aspen to be a hub for global awareness and philanthropy, while also reflecting the community's values of empathy and solidarity.

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Category: local · Published: July 21, 2026 · Source: Aspen Times · Reading time: 3 min

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