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Getting San Diegans into the Great Outdoors
Category: Opening the Outdoors
The San Diego Foundation Launches New Parks Report and Increases Access to Nature with $344,990 in Grants
The San Diego Foundation today announced $344,990 in grants for 13 programs that will increase opportunities for youth and families in the San Diego region to grow, connect and thrive through positive interactions with the outdoors.
The San Diego Foundation Announces Availability of Grants to Increase Outdoor Engagement Among Children & Families
The San Diego Foundation today announced the availability of Environmental Initiative grant funding through the Opening the Outdoors Program.
The San Diego Foundation Connects, Protects and Increases Access to Nature with $458,454 in Grants
The 2019 Opening the Outdoors grantmaking prioritized collaboration among nonprofit organizations working together to create a more vibrant region by increasing the number of natural amenities in low-income communities.
San Diego Selected As Thrive Outside Community
As part of its national Thrive Outside Community initiative, the Outdoor Foundation has awarded a multi-year grant of $410,000 to The San Diego Foundation and a network of regional partners to support capacity building that will strengthen local partnerships, as well as create repeat and reinforcing positive outdoor experiences for youth and families.
How One Online Tool Makes it Easy to “Get Outside”
Thanks to grant support from the Brutten Family Fund at The San Diego Foundation, you can find any of the 1,100 parks in San Diego with the click of a mouse or tap of a finger on GetOutsideSanDiego.org.
Expanding Outdoor Space by Empowering Youth in San Diego
Learn how 2018 Opening the Outdoors grant recipient Casa Familiar is increasing access to green space and developing the next generation of environmental stewards in San Ysidro.
The San Diego Foundation Announces Availability of Grants to Connect, Protect and Increase Equitable Access to Nature
The 2019 Opening the Outdoors grant cycle will prioritize nonprofit projects that protect and connect outdoor spaces and improve access to nature, especially for the San Diego region’s most park-poor and underserved communities.
How Will You #OptOutside on Black Friday?
How will you #OptOutside on Black Friday? The "Get Outside San Diego" web tool provides 1,100+ San Diego County parks to enjoy outdoor activities.
Sue Randerson Helps Develop Next Generation of Environmental Stewards
Learn how Sue Randerson became a longtime champion for connecting, protecting and increasing access to San Diego's outdoors through her philanthropy.
