DEI Connections Database

Cruxing in Color aims to connect, educate, and inspire self-identified climbers of color in the Denver area by organizing meetups and offering free mentorship and access to gear. We aim to foster representation at the crag and gym and break down the barriers that systematically keep people of color out of these spaces. Most of all, we hope to build a strong and safe community for folx to rely on.

Blue Sky Fund Outdoor Adventure Clubs for Diverse Middle School Students

Blue Sky Fund’s mission is to provide transformational experiences for urban youth through outdoor education. Blue Sky Fund helps children from low-income neighborhoods in Richmond, VA improve academic achievement, especially in the sciences, through active outdoor education with the support of staff trained in trauma-informed care. Students’ innate character and leadership abilities further develop through outdoor experiences that expand horizons, increase confidence, and build collaboration skills. Through weekly after-school Outdoor Adventure Clubs, 150 middle school students are introduced to outdoor activities such as rock climbing, hiking, camping, and kayaking through bi-weekly sessions, and develop courage, confidence and resilience in mastering new skills.

Triangle Pride Climbing Club

Triangle Pride Climbing Club seeks to further sexual orientation and gender identity diversity within the RDU-area climbing community through weekly group climbs (in COVID-free times), social events, and outdoor adventures. Reach out to us at prideclimbing@gmail.com for more information and to get involved!

Climbing for Change Leadership Grant

C4C Leadership Grants aim to support BIPOC individuals that seek to become leaders in the industry.

The Best Way To Try Outdoor Activities!

Outerthere.com is the best way to try outdoor activities. Since 2013, we've hosted hundreds of amazing local, small-group hikes, bike rides, paddling trips, and more for beginners. We're on a mission to include everyone outdoors, to access every activity and feel welcome every time.