Wild Diversity

Mission

Wild Diversity is an innovative nonprofit organization on a mission to foster deep connections between the natural world and individuals within the BIPOC and LGBTQ2S+ communities. Through our enriching outdoor adventures and educational initiatives, we are leading the way to empower these communities to rediscover and embrace the transformative beauty of the great outdoors.

Bottom Line for Portland

Each year, Wild Diversity proudly curates an impressive roster of over 60 day events, overnight adventures, and community workshops, alongside dozens of youth outings, benefiting an astonishing 700 BIPOC and LGBTQ2S+ participants. Beyond the thrill of adventure, we are trailblazers in providing one of the most comprehensive and inclusive Leadership Development courses in our industry, delivering culturally relevant curriculum across all our outdoor disciplines.

Please join us in our unwavering commitment to enriching the lives of our community in profound and meaningful ways by providing scholarships, accessible adventures, and vital education.

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"It was gorgeous and joyful. It is one of the most connective Wild Diversity experiences I've been on. Time in the water was wonderful. Also the non-verbal/musical/joyful container we created felt so welcoming and safe." - Participant

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

By prioritizing education and access for BIPOC and LGBTQ2S+ communities, we've established a strong foundation for our mission. This commitment is not just a part of our work, it's at the very core of who we are. What sets us apart is that our leadership and staff authentically mirror the communities we serve, ensuring that our efforts are both informed and genuinely inclusive.

Incentives

Donate $40 or more to get a Wild Diversity merchandise bag and 30% off prAna Portland store.

Keen Shoes is matching every dollar donated to Wild Diversity up to $10,000.

Partner(s)

We are partnering with Friends of the Columbia Gorge along and People of Color Outdoors to host a game night that will help our donors learn about all three organizations’ work.

prAna Portland is holding a holiday raffle for Wild Diversity and giving 30% off coupons for our donors who give at least $40.

Keen Shoes continues to be a strong partner for Wild Diversity and is boosting our fundraising by matching the donations from our community.