It is easier to affect the course of water by making a small shift upstream, rather than trying to move the riverbank with a trowel. We work with children, but the adults those children become are the future of our culture and our world.
The laughter, growth, and learning happening now are meaningful in their own right, but your support for Flying Deer is an investment in something deeper than a great day in the woods. It’s an investment in a new generation of connected, resilient, authentic people.
As we approach our 30th summer, we continue to expand our offerings, reaching more students than ever before—in schools, out of schools, in the sun, in the rain, in the snow. Last year, your generosity allowed us to offer over $100,000 in financial aid and free programming to more than a thousand students. Next year, your donation will:
- Support Black&Wild programs to grow accessible opportunities for BIPOC communities to connect with the natural world
- Increase local outreach by establishing a toddler/caregiver program, with zero-tuition access for those who need it
- Increase program staff compensation and benefits by 9%, to help our dedicated team meet the increasing cost of living
- Deliver nature immersion programming to more than 1,250 students through collaborations with schools and community organizations
- Raise $15,000 for infrastructure improvements, including four new campsites and improved site access
We know we cannot grow for growth’s sake—sustainability and preserving the heart of our work are vital. At the same time, we can see that the world needs more Flying Deer, and your partnership is what allows us to move forward with care.