2024 IMPACT REPORT Outward Bound USA powers a national network of Schools united by a shared commitment to access, safety, and transformational impact. From course enrollment strategy to program innovation and partnership development, our work strengthens the entire Outward Bound ecosystem—so more young people can experience life-changing outdoor education.
MISSION To change lives through challenge and discovery.
With your support, we’re expanding access where it’s needed most—partnering with local schools, communities, and youth organizations to meet students where they are. Whether it’s a one-day challenge or a multi-week expedition, every program helps unlock resilience, compassion, and possibility. That’s the Outward Bound difference that our donors make possible.
VALUES Compassion, Courage, Integrity, Inclusion, and Service.
VISION More resilient and compassionate individuals. A more resilient and compassionate world.
518
30,620 STUDENTS
EDUCATIONAL PARTNERS
DISCOVERED THEIR STRENGTH AND RESILIENCE THROUGH OUTWARD BOUND EXPERIENCES IN THE US IN 2024.
From public schools to nonprofits, a wide range of partners made these programs possible.
2024 REVENUE
9%
CONTRIBUTIONS
$7,839,835
CHARTER FEES
$642,991
GRANTS
$826,502
OTHER REVENUE
$242,868
TOTAL
$9,552,196
40%
REVENUE $9,552,196
45%
7%
2024 EXPENSES GRANTS AWARDED TO CHARTERS
$2,361,110
PROGRAMS
$1,574,784
GENERAL MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION
$1,446,592
FUNDRAISING & DEVELOPMENT
$1,465,240
TOTAL
$6,847,726
21%
EXPENSES $6,847,726 21% 23%
35%