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We need YOU to help High Country News thrive for another 40 years!

Host a fundraising party and help us grow the community of informed and dedicated Westerners. We have made it easy for you to plan and host a fundraising party -- a powerful way to give back to HCN and celebrate 40 stellar years of independent journalism about the West.

Learn more about host resources and perks!

Host a High Country News 40th Anniversary Party!

Sign-up to host one of our parties in your neighborhood.

Thank you for joining this extraordinary community effort in helping us raise money to support the independent journalism of High Country News! As a nonprofit organization, we depend on YOU to keep our magazine and Web site a vital resource for those who love the West!

Before you complete this form, you should have the following planned...

  • Decide on a date, time and place for your FUNdraising party. We encourage you to hold your event the week of April 17 – 25, 2010 (Earth Day is April 22). Your party should take place before April 30th at the latest, to be a part of the 40x40 FUNdraising initiative (and to qualify to win one of two special prizes).
  • You will need at least 4-6 weeks to prepare for the party and for media outreach.
  • Your party should be registered with us here by completing the registration form, below.
  • Be sure to read our Party host expectations page.

Still not sure about being a host? Check out our Party FAQ and Party host resources to see how easy it is to connect with your fellow readers and celebrate 40 years of High Country News.

When you're ready, use the form below to register your party!

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