Editor:

On behalf of the board of directors and staff of The Buddy Program, I would like to thank Fendi and Vogue for hosting a fun, energetic, standing-room only party and runway show on Saturday, and to thank Richard Edwards and the Baldwin Gallery for opening up their space for this great event. Thank you also to all of our supporters who attended — we could not accomplish what we do without your support.

The Buddy Program is proud to have Fendi as our corporate sponsor again for the fourth year in 2013, which will mark the 40th anniversary of the Buddy Program. Because of Fendi’s generosity, we are able to support over 150 youth in our programs each year — nearly 25 percent of the youth enrolled in our mentoring programs. The Buddy Program receives 20 percent of all Fendi Aspen sales from Dec. 21-30. They are a critical partner in our success.

David Houggy
Executive director, The Buddy Program
Aspen