ETC Hotels Cares

The ETC Hotels team is committed to crafting unforgettable guest experiences while cultivating a culture of mutual respect and support. Operating two iconic hotels requires specialized skills, with kindness, authenticity, and a genuine spirit of care at the core. Rooted in Santa Monica and deeply connected to sustainability, ETC Hotels defines the art of hospitality and commitment to community.

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The Ellison Institute

Shutters on the Beach and Hotel Casa del Mar hosted a virtual Q&A with Dr. David Agus of The Ellison Institute, launching the partnership between ETC Hotels and the Institute. The discussion covered cancer research, post-pandemic travel trends, and more.

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“Community is the foundation to success.” – Edward Slatkin

White and blue ship in the ocean during daylight.

Schmidt Ocean Institute

With the opening of The Conservatory at Hotel Casa del Mar in 2023, ETC Hotels established an ongoing collaboration with Schmidt Ocean Institute. SOI works to advance the frontiers of global marine research by providing state-of-the-art operational, technological, and informational support to the pioneering ocean science and technology development projects at sea.

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Chrysalis

ETC Hotels partners with Chrysalis, a nonprofit empowering homeless and low-income individuals through job training and support. For over 30 years, ETC has sponsored forums and offered employment opportunities to Chrysalis workers, fostering meaningful change in the community while supporting local causes through our hotels and programs.

Exterior of Providence Saint John's Health Center

Providence St. John’s

Coastal charm takes on a pink hue for Breast Cancer Awareness Month as Shutters and Casa add special moments around the properties to support Providence Saint John’s Breast Cancer Programs. Proceeds from these offerings, along with donations from Shutters on the Beach and its partners, support this vital research.

Couple watching the Pacific Park ferris wheel.

Santa Monica Cares

Santa MoniCARES engages employees of hotels, restaurants, attractions, retailers and more to provide volunteer hours, funding and In-kind support to the incredible organizations that are tackling important issues in the community; such as homelessness, environmental protection, hunger, workforce development, cultural programming, at-risk youth and elderly assistance to name a few.

Helping Our Community

Heal The Bay

Heal the Bay is dedicated to protecting the pristine rivers, beaches, and oceanfront of the Santa Monica area. The incredible natural resources are not only special spiritual sanctuaries, but a major source of economic power for Southern California. Founded in 1985, Heal the Bay has fought against everything from dumping of untreated wastewater to combating plastic pollution and urban storm water contamination.

The Boys & Girls Club of Santa Monica

The Boys and Girls Club inspires and enables all young people, especially those in the most need, to reach their full potential as caring, responsible people and citizens. Founded in 1944, the Boys and Girls Club of Santa Monica has provided a safe and secure environment for kids and teens. They currently serve over 9,000 youngsters in the greater Los Angeles area, from 6 to 18 years old.

Santa Monica High School Orchestras

Santa Monica High School Orchestras are a collection of ensembles that include more than 300 hundred young Santa Monicans. The first Santa Monica High Orchestra was founded in 1913 and has been winning national accolades ever since.

UCLA-Santa Monica Rape Treatment Center

The UCLA-Santa Monica Rape Treatment Center is a nationally recognized safe and anonymous prevention, education and treatment program to combat sexual assault. The center provides comprehensive free treatment, including 24 hour emergency care and forensic and DNA evidence in sexual assault cases.

St. Monica’s Church

St. Monica’s Church is a diverse and vibrant community of faith that professes and lives the tradition of the Catholic Church. St. Monica’s seeks to shape loving disciples who will transform the world.

Canyon Charter School

Canyon Charter School began in 1894 as a one room school house that became an important gathering place for the rural Santa Monica Canyon community. The school has evolved into a child-centered and nurturing campus focused on educating the whole person.

Mt. Olive Lutheran Preschool

Mt. Olive Lutheran Preschool operates by the philosophy that early childhood should be a time of fun, warmth, security, and exploration. The children learn though hands-on play and structured activities organized into “learning environments” that reinforce the self-image and meet the varying needs of the kids.