Dear Footpath Friends,

Our goal for 2025 is to increase how many children we reach by 50%, which is about 1,100 kids in Cuyahoga and Lorain counties. We need your help to meet our goal!

Thousands of kids living in heavily developed cities in Northeast Ohio have little access to the natural world. Some have never seen Lake Erie. Others can't see the stars through the streetlights.

This is not something we should ignore - there are real-life consequences. Children who lack a connection to the outdoors suffer from a lower ability to cope with stress, obesity, poor academic performance, poor attention spans and increased rates of anxiety and depression.

The good news is you can help children access the natural world. Please make a gift today to provide these children the outdoor connections they deserve and need. Your donation will help give kids important experiences in nature, including camping, hiking, canoeing and swimming, all with the guidance of caring mentors.

Getting kids outdoors is essential to their well-being. Together, we can make a difference.

With thanks,

Mary Macias, CEO

Let's get 1,100 more kids outside!

Join us in improving access to the natural world.