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Extracurricular Programs are a Core Component of Youth Development
June 16, 2025
While school-based learning is an essential part of children’s development, out-of-school-time is equally important for kids’ growth. Out-of-school-time includes everything from summer camps to after school

CREATE Cyclists Gain More Than Bike Skills
May 29, 2025
In outdoor education, the recreation activities often look like the most exciting part. Whether it’s canoeing, cycling, or hiking, it’s easy to get caught up in counting miles, comparing gear, or assessing

Justice-Based Climate Action is Essential
May 22, 2025
Climate change is complex. This is true in terms of its drivers, its impacts, and our responses to it. The State of Global Air, a report that was published in 2024 in partnership with UNICEF, notes that air pollution is
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