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EMPOWERING OUTDOOR aDVENTURES for all

Step Outside, a 501(c)(3) organization, is committed to enhancing access to outdoor activities for high-priority youth and families. We believe that spending time outside is essential for holistic health, and we help people connect with the outdoor world.

program initiatives

Physical Health

Physical Health

Physical Health

All activities involve movement of the body through traditional and nontraditional physical activities.

Mental Health

Physical Health

Physical Health

Mental health is addressed through coping skills, conversations, social emotional learning, and growth mindset.

Social Health

Spiritual Health

Spiritual Health

Community is essential, giving the opportunity to connect with others through the outdoors.

Spiritual Health

Spiritual Health

Spiritual Health

By enjoying the beauty of nature, participants have the opportunity to engage their spiritual health.

Programs

Gather Outside

Because of Thomas

Because of Thomas

At Step Outside, we strive to provide outdoor opportunities to high priority communities. Through this program, outdoor activities will be brought to them in their community, learning about and participating in the wide variety of opportunities.

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Because of Thomas

Because of Thomas

Because of Thomas

A priority of Step Outside is to provide access to swim lessons for those in need. Participants of this program receive scholarship for swim lessons, along with the necessary gear to help them become a successful swimmer.


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Outside With You

Because of Thomas

Outside With You

Through this program, Step Outside partners with youth-serving organizations to connect their participants with outdoor opportunities. Barriers and individual organizational needs are prioritized. 


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Gather outside

Community events provide the opportunity to participate in activities such as kayaking, biking, archery, rock climbing, fishing, and more. Exposing community members to these activities will encourage increased participation in alternative activities.

Future Events

5k walk/run

Running Group

Community Outdoor Engagement Fair

Because of Thomas

Thomas was a very inquisitive, lovable, and active 2-year-old boy who loved the outdoors and all things country. On July 3rd, 2011, Thomas unexpectedly died due to drowning.


Because of Thomas, Step Outside is committed to providing access to swim lessons for youth in need. Additionally, Step Outside will reduce barriers to swimming, including equipment, transportation, and opportunities.

Did you know?

There are over 4,000 drowning deaths in the U.S. every year.


Black people under age 30 are 1.5 times more likely to die of drowning than white people.

Swim Lesson Interest Form

Outside With You

At Step Outside, we're committed to helping people discover and enjoy the great outdoors. Our intention is to enhance the services that are already being offered by youth serving organizations by connecting their participants to outdoor and alternative activities. Experiences include, but are not limited to, hiking, fishing, kayaking, ziplining, rock climbing, biking, skiing, archery, and more. Contact us if you are interested in collaborating!

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make a tax exempt donation to Step outside

Mail cash or checks to:

Step Outside

P.O. Box 44761

Columbus, OH 43204


Send money via Zelle to info@step-outside.org

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Kroger Community Rewards

Kroger Community Rewards

Kroger Community Rewards

https://www.kroger.com/i/community/community-rewards

 

Connect your Kroger Plus Card to  "STEP OUTSIDE" or KL651.

Every time you use your Kroger Plus Card, Step Outside will receive a percentage of your purchase.



Raise Right

Kroger Community Rewards

Kroger Community Rewards

 www.RaiseRight.com 

Enrollment Code: MDGTW6DDMDTF


Purchase gift cards from Raise Right and Step Outside will receive a percentage of your money spent.


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Purchase items from Amazon to increase access to outdoor and swimming opportunities for Step Outside's participants. View the list at https://a.co/gY9dlUe

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