2025 Annual Report: Foundation

Sacramento, California

LETTER FROM FOUNDATION LEADERSHIP

It is with great pride and heartfelt gratitude that we present the Destinations International Foundation Annual Report – our second annual report and a powerful reflection of what our global community can accomplish together. 2025 was another truly successful year for the foundation. With the generous support of our members and partners, we achieved our annual investment goals and directed nearly $700,000 toward 21 funded initiatives, including 97 scholarships supporting small destinations and global members. These investments are making a meaningful difference, strengthening organizations and supporting professionals at every stage of their careers and advancing the long-term vitality of the destination sector. Throughout the year, the foundation continued to advance the industry’s most important priorities: social impact, destination stewardship, global accessibility, professional development and advocacy. Through thoughtful investments and collaborative partnerships, we delivered tools, research, education and resources that help destination organizations navigate today’s challenges while preparing for what’s ahead.

This year’s report reflects not only the scope of that impact, but the collective generosity and commitment behind it. Every initiative funded and every scholarship awarded is the direct result of members and partners who believe deeply in the role destinations play in driving economic opportunity, community pride and global connection. We are incredibly grateful to our investors, board trustees, volunteer leaders and the Destinations International team for their continued engagement, guidance and belief in the foundation’s mission. Your support fuels our ability to respond, innovate and invest with purpose.

As we look ahead, we remain inspired by what this community continues to make possible. Thank you for your trust, your partnership and your continued investment in the future of our industry.

With sincere appreciation,

DON WELSH Executive Director Destinations International Foundation

CHELSEA DUNLOP WELTER Managing Director Destinations International Foundation

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2025 was another truly successful year for the foundation. With the generous support of our members and partners, we achieved our annual investment goals and directed nearly $700,000 toward 21 funded initiatives, including 97 scholarships supporting small destinations and global members.”