Washington DC Eco-Friendly & Socially Responsible Kimpton Hotel

Kimpton EarthCare
Parks for People
Dress for Success

Hotel Helix is dedicated to social responsibility and environmental protection at every level of our hospitality. As part of the Kimpton Hotels family, our commitment to local, national and global communities permeates every aspect of our hotel - from the people who work at our hotel to our fight against HIV. Our mission is to make a positive social and environmental impact on our world, while creating unforgettable hotel experiences.

Recognized for its matchless collection of lifestyle boutique hotels, the San Francisco-based company is an expert at the art of providing travelers with stylish, eco-friendly accommodations, excellent service, distinctive environments and fantastic cuisine - all with personalized touch. Over the past 23 years, our company has generated a innovative social responsibility initiatives designed to extend Kimpton's ability to effect positive change in local communities and around the world. Niki Leondakis, chief operating officer of Kimpton Hotel & Restaurant Group, LLC, offers a thoughtful perspective into what makes Kimpton the company that cares for people and places - on every level.

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Kimpton EarthCare.

Hotel Helix and Kimpton Hotels recognize our social responsibility to minimize our ecological footprint as we go about our business of hospitality. Kimpton Hotels' EarthCare program supports this philosophy to help sustain and preserve our planet. In addition to the environmentally friendly practices we implement at our hotel, this program includes a powerful combination of environmental standards, eco-friendly products, an Eco-Champions organization made up of employees throughout the company, and corporate partnerships with organizations like Trust for Public Land.

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Red Ribbon Campaign.

Kimpton Hotels is a pioneer in the battle against HIV. As part of this ongoing fight, Kimpton initiated its Red Ribbon Campaign, which supoorts HIV service organizations across North America at the local level, through employee volunteerism, HIV educational campaigns, corporate donations and raising funds through special events.

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Parks for People - Trust for Public Land.

In support of a sustainable planet, Kimpton Hotels' partners with The Trust for Public Land (TPL), a non-profit organization that conserves land, parks, gardens and natural sanctuaries for people to enjoy throughout the country. Founded in 1972, TPL has helped protect over two million acres of land in 46 states. TPL offers each Kimpton Hotel guest a free subscription to its national magazine, Land & People, through www.tpl.org/kimpton. TPL depends on the support of individuals, foundations and corporations, so please learn more about this hard-working organization at www.tpl.org.

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Kimpton EarthCare.

The Hotel Rouge and Kimpton Hotels recognize our social duty to minimize our ecological footprint as we go about our business of hospitality. Kimpton Hotels' EarthCare is our company-wide program that supports this philosophy. In addition to all the environmentally friendly practices we implement at our hotel, this program also includes a powerful combination of environmental standards, an Eco-Champions organization made up of employees throughout the company, and corporate partnerships, such as the one with Trust for Public Land.

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Dress for Success.

Behind every successful woman, there's a power suit. Kimpton Hotels and the Hotel Helix of Washington, DC invite you to support one of our corporate partners - Dress for Success. This non-profit organization provides professional attire, career development guidance and a network of support for disadvantaged women entering the work force. Please get involved by visiting www.dressforsuccess.org.

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Shop The Kimpton Hotels Style Catalog.

Shop for cool, eco-friendly products inspired by our EarthCare program. Help sustain our community and our world by shopping for stylish apparel, lifestyle, accessories, bath and spa products that help our parks, people and planet stay greener. Look good while supporting the environment!

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