Western Welcome Week is an annual celebration organized by Western Welcome Week, Inc. There are more than 40 events during the 11-day celebration each August, benefitting dozens of local non-profit organizations.

One of the main purposes of WWW is to create an opportunity for fundraising and support for local service clubs and charities. An estimated $250,000 is earned each year by non-profit organizations. Also, Western Welcome Week, Inc. is able to award several special grants to deserving non-profit organizations serving the Littleton area each year.

Besides planning the August events, the WWW board sets policy for WWW, Inc. Board members elect directors and four officers (president, vice president, treasurer and secretary). The board also appoints a chairperson to coordinate the celebration and events.

Future WWW dates:

• 2008 — August 7-17
• 2009 — August 6-16
• 2010 — August 12-22
• 2011 — August 11-21
• 2012 — August 9-19
• 2013 — August 8-18
• 2014 — August 7-17
• 2015 — August 6-16