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.
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.
30,620 STUDENTS DISCOVERED THEIR STRENGTH AND RESILIENCE THROUGH OUTWARD BOUND EXPERIENCES IN THE US IN 2024.
MISSION To change lives through challenge and discovery.
VISION More resilient and compassionate individuals. A more resilient and compassionate world.
VALUES Compassion, Courage, Integrity, Inclusion, and Service.
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EDUCATIONAL PARTNERS
From public schools to nonprofits, a wide range of partners made these programs possible.
Standing on Burnt Island again, surrounded by old friends and the salt air—it felt like coming home. The 60th celebration reminded me just how deep the roots of this community go.
1987 HIOBS Alum
READ MORE: VOBS & HIOBS celebrated their 60th anniversaries in 2024 and engaged with alumni spanning numerous decades.
OUTCOMES & IMPACT
86% of students report increased self-confidence after an
77% of students report feeling more connected to their groups on 5-day programs.
68% of students say their Outward Bound experience helped them work better in groups.
We surveyed our 5-day group expeditions and 100% of participating educators reported that they built trust and stronger connections with their students.
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Staff training days delivered—ensuring our crew is prepared to lead with safety, skill, and compassion.
68% of students who participated in courses 2 days or longer reported an increase in learning interest—young people with increased curiosity to explore new ways of seeing the world.