Aspen Youth Center

Best Known For: AYC is the only free youth drop-in center located in Aspen.

Aspen Youth Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that provides a free, safe, and welcoming place for youth in grades 4–12 to connect, learn, and grow. Through academic support, enrichment activities, recreation, and partnerships with local organizations, AYC helps young people build confidence, relationships, and life skills. For more than 35 years, AYC has served as an important community resource for youth and families throughout the Roaring Fork Valley.