Outward Bound Gives
Your gift today will spark lifelong growth through challenge—outside.
Outward Bound California
Ten days in the wilderness changes what a young person believes about themselves. Six out of ten of our students can…
Chesapeake Bay Outward Bound School
With a gift to Chesapeake Bay Outward Bound School in recognition of our 40th anniversary, you’re making it possible…
Leadville Basecamp Wildfire Recovery at...
The Willow Fire burned the upper portion of the COBS Leadville basecamp this July, destroying ropes courses, campsites…
Veterans Expeditions at Hurricane Island...
Help a veteran find strength, connection, and purpose in the wilderness. Your support ensures that [Hurricane Island…
NYC Outward Bound Schools
Too few young New Yorkers are getting meaningful exposure to nature. Help us make outdoor adventure accessible to more…
Voyageur Outward Bound School
Help bridge the gap between tuition and delivery costs, providing scholarships, gear, and mentorship for all students…
Campaign ends Saturday, September 26th, 2026, 1:59 am MDT
Active challenges
OBUSA Monthly Donor Giveaway!
All current monthly donors and those that make a recurring gift to OBUSA (must be done through the OBUSA website to make a recurring gift) before September 26 will be entered to win a custom, co-branded hoodie in partnership with our friends at Marmot! Become a recurring donor to for a chance to be one of the lucky winners. Names will be randomly selected after Outward Bound Gives ends.
Caregiver Challenge
Chris B., NCOBS ‘88 and OBUSA Board Member, will give $25,000 when 100 parents/caregivers of alumni make a gift to OBUSA’s The Summit Fund.
Make a gift to OBUSA of any amount and select ‘Parent’ for at least one of your Outward Bound affiliations when submitting the Supporter Info page.
First Time Donors to OBUSA
Make your first ever gift to OBUSA’s The Summit Fund and be entered to win an item of your choosing from The Outward Bound Shop.
