We’re Stepping Outside – Join Us!

This May, AEOE’s board and staff are committing to a personal challenge to deepen our connection to nature and the mission we serve. Every step we take, every moment we spend outside, is a reminder of why this work matters. Will you support us in making outdoor education more accessible for all?

Why Outdoor Education Matters

Outdoor learning transforms lives. When young people connect with nature, they develop curiosity, resilience, and a deeper understanding of the world around them. AEOE is working to ensure that every student in California has access to meaningful learning experiences outdoors – but we can’t do it without you.

Imagine a Future Where:

Every child experiences the joy and wonder of learning outside.
Environmental education is recognized and funded as essential.
Educators have the resources, support, and connections they need to thrive.

Your Support Makes This Future Possible

With your help, AEOE will:

Strengthen advocacy efforts by working at a systems level to improve access to outdoor education, call for equitable pay for educators, and increase recognition for environmental education.
Expand partnerships by collaborating with like-minded organizations to amplify our collective impact.
Grow our professional community by offering courses, mentorship, and training to support educators.

Join Us—Every Gift Matters

Whether you contribute $25, $250, or $2,500, your generosity fuels this work:

💚 $25 – Provides a professional membership for an educator in need.

💚 $100 – Funds a statewide conference scholarship.

💚 $750 – Supports a professional learning course.

💚 $5,000 – Sustains AEOE’s communications platform, connecting and empowering our educator community.

You can:

Donate directly to our team.
Sponsor a board or staff member’s challenge to support their personal journey.
Create your own fundraising page and rally your community.

Prefer to donate via check? Mail your contribution to:
AEOE, 2930 Domingo Ave., Suite 3028, Berkeley, CA 94705
(Please notify a board or staff member to ensure your donation counts toward our goal.)

Have questions? Contact Estrella Risinger, Executive Director, at director@aeoe.org.

Together, we can create a future where every child in California has the opportunity to learn, grow, and connect with the outdoors.

2025 Spring Drive to Get Outside

Strengthening environmental and outdoor education in California

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