Let's Get Outside
We believe in the power of outdoor recreation and the value of a strong connection with nature.
On the Road to Healthy Lifestyles
We support programs that seek to increase physical activity with the goal of fostering and modeling healthy lifestyles.
Experience Challenge
Self-confidence grows from learning new skills, gaining new knowledge and successfully completing new endeavors.
Our Focus is Youth
We strongly believe that rewarding recreational experiences can improve the lives of young people in need.
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Recent News
YouthTruth Report Emphasizes Gaps in Youth Civic Engagement
Young people are faced with a multitude of complex social and environmental problems that have profound effects on their communities. One important avenue for addressing these kinds of issues head on is civic
Storytelling For Impact
Small non-profits have a lot of balls in the air. It can be easy for communications and storytelling to slip through the cracks when other issues feel more pressing. Sharing the story of your work, however, is a key
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Grantees Foster a Connection to Nature and Latinx Identity
As of 2023, almost 20% of the U.S. population identifies as Hispanic, which equates to over 65 million people. September 15 to October 15 is National Hispanic Heritage Month. The month celebrates the range of
Year At A Glance
34.5K+
youth served
$2.41M
invested in youth recreation programs
96
grants made
$19.4M
to 270+ organizations across the U.S. in the past decade