Programs

  • Program 1 [2020]

    Outdoor Afro Leadership Program -Outdoor Afro is now the nation's leading, cutting edge network connecting more than 55,000 people to outdoor recreation opportunities in 56 cities across the nation. We do this by training a cohort of national leaders from diverse backgrounds who help redefine what outdoor leadership is. Outdoor Afro programs lead families in camping, hiking, and paddling experience - many for the first time. Our programs help participants embrace conservation ethics and motivate people to take better care of themselves, our community, and the planet for all living species. This year, we have:Trained over 100 leaders to help connect over 55,000 people to outdoor experiences nationally.Led thousands of joyous events in nature and virtually, all safely during a worldwide pandemic.Sponsor ongoing monthly outdoor recreation and conservation activities for youth and their families in 30 US states.Outdoor Afro Swimmership Program -In partnership with the YMCA and KEEN, Outdoor Afro awarded 150 swim scholarships to children and their families this year, with plans to expand further next year.
    Geographies
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    Dates
    Jan 1, 2020 – Dec 31, 2020
    Source
    990
    No causes provided
    No populations provided
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    $405.7K

  • Outdoor Afro Leadership Initiative

    Outdoor Afro has become the nations leading, cutting-edge organization that celebrates and inspires Black connections and leadership in nature. We are a national not-for-profit organization with leadership networks in 32 states, including Washington, D.C. With more than 100 volunteer leaders in nearly 60 cities around the country, our organization connects roughly 60,000 people annually to our network activities and campaign projects. Each of these local leaders and Outdoor Afro networks are helping us to change the face of the possibilities in the outdoors. Our U.S. communities have an open invitation to join us outdoors as part of our year-round network activities or become a partner to help us continue to grow our multigenerational nature and community work.
    Geographies
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    Dates
    Jan 1, 2022 – Dec 31, 2022
    Source
    990
    No causes provided
    No populations provided
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    $650.2K