North Carolina Youth Outdoor Engagement Commission

ENGAGING YOUTH WITH THE OUTDOORS.

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FUNDING FOR
OUTDOOR EDUCATION

We fund adventurous activities and life changing learning experiences for kids and teenagers across North Carolina.

278,300+

students impacted

1,515

grants awarded

98%

of North Carolina counties impacted

$9,100,000+

awarded to schools and nonprofits

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FIELD TRIPS

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STRUCTURES

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HIGH SCHOOL CLUBS

EXPLORE TRAILBLAZERS CLUBS

YOUTH SPORTS GRANTS
Up to $25,000 available to host sports events and up to $5,000 in travel funding to compete in events.
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INCREASED STRUCTURE FUNDING CAP
Up to $20,000 available for Archery, Agricultural, Aquatic, and Nature Trail projects.
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EXTENDED FIELD TRIP FUNDING
Up to $5,000 for multi-day overnight field trips.
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TRAILBLAZERS CLUBS
See what adventures the NC Trailblazers have been on!
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OUTDOOR PATCHES

North Carolina youth aged 18 and under can earn a free patch for completing activities like archery, hiking, camping, hunting and fishing.

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SUPPORT NC YOUTH

Learn more about how you can support outdoor learning experiences for North Carolina's youth.

SPONSOR A TRAILBLAZERS CLUB

Our high school clubs are pursuing adventure and learning incredible outdoor skills - if you'd like to support their journey, consider directly sponsorship a club.

DONATE TO FUND OUTDOOR LEARNING

Donations to the North Carolina Youth Outdoor Engagement Fund go straight back to providing grants for outdoor field trips and the construction of outdoor learning facilities.

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