"I'm so grateful for this space and the community offered here. Words can't do it justice. Every time I'm in this space I feel more grounded in my queer identity, and safer in the world. I'm just so grateful you're doing this work."

“It was amazing to be in community with trans people and to feel 100% comfortable in my trans skin.”

"Extraordinary! Connective, healing, peaceful and challenging in all the best ways."

"Lifesaving and life affirming in equal measure."

"Basking in the queer joy was so healing. It's just what I needed."

"It is so important as a QTPOC-identified person/family to have a safe space away from the world to be fully present with my kids and community"

"I loved seeing my trans kid get to have fun + make friends with other queer kids/families."

"This was transformational, thank you."

Donate now to support our National Chapters Launch!

The Venture Out Project (TVOP) is a non-profit organization dedicated to creating safe, fun, and affirming outdoor spaces for queer, trans, and LGBTQ+ individuals to build community, foster leadership skills, and cultivate resilience amidst ongoing social and legislative challenges.

This November, we are officially launching our national Chapters Program, empowering volunteer leaders across the country to deliver free, accessible community-based outdoor events in their local areas. Your support equips these new chapters with essential supplies, such as first aid kits, tabling gear, park passes, rental equipment, and trail snacks, while sustaining the critical staff infrastructure needed for logistics, risk management, and registration.

Every contribution directly expands our impact:

$25 - Day pass for one participant to an indoor rock climbing gym
$50 - Kayak rental for one participant
$100 - Updated First Aid Kit for one chapter
$200 - Trail snacks for 4 events
$300 - Wilderness First Aid Certification for one Chapter Leader
$500 - Full Tabling Kit for one chapter

Support us today to help bring affirming outdoor experiences to queer and trans communities nationwide!

And... win some fun prizes!!

The first 200 people to raise over $100 get a free year of AllTrails Peak

Anyone who raises over $200 gets a unique handmade art print designed and produced by local trans artist.

But, you probably want to compete for the BIG PRIZES!!!

The TOP INDIVIDUAL FUNDRAISER will win:

REI Trailmade 2 person tent, Osprey Transporter Duffel 30L, Pair of Teva shoes of their choice, unique handmade art print designed and produced by local trans artist

2nd Place individual: Osprey Transporter Duffel 30L, Pair of Teva shoes of their choice

3rd Place Individual: Osprey Transporter Duffel 30L

The TOP TEAM FUNDRAISER will win:

Osprey Gear Tote gift pack, Gift Cards to Newbury Comics and Indigo Coffee Roasters, unique handmade art print designed and produced by local trans artist, and 4 Pairs of Teva shoes of their choice

2nd Place Team: Osprey Gear Tote gift pack, 4 Pairs of Teva shoes of their choice

3rd Place Team: Osprey Gear Tote gift pack

TVOP's Bear Hugs & Trailheads Fundraiser

Support our transformative outdoor adventures for LGBTQ+ people all across the country!

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