Ways to Give

EVERY GIFT MATTERS

When you invest in our mission by giving a gift to VOBS, you are making a difference with long term impact. Every gift matters.

DONATE ONLINE TODAY

Support our Annual Fund with a one-time donation. Your donation will ignite brighter futures.

DONATE ONLINE

GIVE MONTHLY

Become a monthly donor and give VOBS the gift of stability. Knowing the amount and timing of your gift in advance helps us with our annual financial planning.

DONATE MONTHLY

PLANNED GIVING

A gift to VOBS through your will or another part of your estate plan enables you to create a lasting legacy of resilience and compassion. There are many ways to plan a legacy gift while also taking advantage of potential tax savings and maintaining flexibility if your circumstances change.

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ENDOWMENT GIVING

With the help of our visionary donors, we are building a robust endowment to sustain VOBS for years to come. Endowment funds are permanently restricted dollars that provide interest income to support scholarships, operations and programs in perpetuity.

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LEADERSHIP GIVING CIRCLES: COMPASSION CREW

Launched as a part of the VOBS 60th Anniversary, the Compassion Crew recognizes the generosity of trustees, alumni, parents, friends, and former/current instructors who have given $1,000 or more in annual giving. This special group of leaders is driven to make a difference in the future of Voyageur Outward Bound School, our community, and world.

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Every gift matters. Read the 2023 Impact Report.

Outward Bound made me realize that there were lots of people out there that I could learn from - living their lives in different spaces in different ways. I love Outward Bound.

-Cathleen, VOBS Alumni

GIVE THE GIFT OF DISCOVERY

More than 75% of our students receive scholarship funding thanks to your support.

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BY PHONE OR MAIL

To donate by phone, call our Development Associate at (651) 401-0632.

To donate by mail, make your check payable to VOBS and mail to:

Voyageur Outward Bound School
1650 Carroll Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55104

HONOR/MEMORIAL

Give a meaningful gift for a special occasion or in memory of a loved one by making a donation that will change lives. When you donate online, check the box to “dedicate this donation.” If you would like to notify someone of your dedication, please provide their email address in the "email address for notification" field.

DONOR ADVISED FUNDS

If you have a donor advised fund — either with a family foundation or a banking institution — you can go online or call to instruct your fund manager to send a grant to Voyageur Outward Bound School, 1650 Carroll Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55104 (Federal Tax ID Number: 41 - 0877456).

STOCK TRANSFERS

We accept charitable donations through stock transfers. You may arrange a stock transfer by contacting our broker, Charles Schwab, at (800) 435-4000. For additional information, questions, or to alert us of the gift, please contact VOBS Director of Development by phone (651) 401-0637 or email development@vobs.org.

FAMILY FOUNDATIONS

If Voyageur Outward Bound School’s mission aligns with your family foundation giving priorities, we would welcome a conversation. Please call us at (651) 401-0637 or email development@vobs.org.

EMPLOYER MATCHING

Thousands of companies in the U.S. will match an employee's donation to VOBS. This is a great way to double your impact. Usually, all you need is your donation receipt and our Federal Tax ID Number: 41-0877459.

GROUP PROGRAMS

Ways to Give

DONATE ONLINE TODAY

GIVE MONTHLY

PLANNED GIVING

ENDOWMENT GIVING

LEADERSHIP GIVING CIRCLES: COMPASSION CREW

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