This may come in handy for launching (or re-launching) programing with VOBS and could be combined with VOBS support. Remember, VOBS is also subsidizing programming in 2020:
80% Funding
For 2020 programs that serve historically marginalized or economically disadvantaged Minnesota youth & young adults
20% Funding
For new 2020 programs that serve youth, young adults or adults
We can program with schools, colleges or nonprofits here in Minnesota, and in Big Bend, Texas to put people on course for success.
Currently, we plan to launch and fund:
Five Minnesota 4-8 Day Dogsledding Expeditions in February or March
Five Texas 6-10 Day Backpacking Expeditions in February or March
How can you change lives? Introduce people to the power of nature-based experiential group learning. Our students builda sense of belonging, develop strength and discover purpose.
Expeditions grow character and leadership through key Domains of Thriving:
Belongingfor teamwork and group relationships
Couragefor assertiveness and perseverance
Physical Engagmentfor confidence and self-regulation
Reflectionfor self-awareness and social responsibility
This is your opportunity to make a difference in the lives of your students and your community! If you know an organization or school that might appreciate this opportunity, please share this message.
Criteria for Funding:
Programming must commence in winter/spring of 2020 Program must be an Expedition 80% funded programming must be for underserved MN populations 20% funded programming must be for new or lapsed
partners
*If you are a lapsed partner, welcome back! Let's re-visit your goals and explore a new program.
Preference for Funding:
We like to work with crews of 7-12 participants We will prioritize partners who would like to serve multiple crews We will prioritize partners who intend to offer programming year over year
Criteria for Partnership:
All new programs require a minimum of 60 days to design and plan Be ready to share your perspectives, challenges, opportunities and goals Be ready to support your participants with a dedicated point person & prep
Hot or Cold, Be Bold!
The Boundary Waters and Big Bend are both epic places to learn and grow. To learn more about these unique course areas and this opportunity, please reach out, the sooner, the better:
I look forward to connecting!
Marlais Brand, Partnership Development marlais.brand@vobs.org (651) 401-0641 office (612) 978-9671 mobile
"Our communities need resilient and compassionate leaders. The challenges are many: poverty, climate change, political discord, discrimination, injustice. The list goes on. Any one of us might say, 'How can I eliminate poverty? How can I halt climate change? How can I stop racism?' The answer is… you can’t… but together, we can."
Jack Lee, Executive Director, Voyageur Outward Bound School