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Scholarships - Need More Outdoors We believe every young person deserves the chance to get outdoors to learn, to lead, and to have fun! Need More Outdoors wants to see all young people have equal opportunity to get outdoors. We offer funding support from 50% – 100 for local individuals, as well as support for WNC-based organizations who want to adventure, but might not be able to afford the cost of outdoor adventures.
Individual Scholarship Application Name of Program (Required) The program you want to participate in Program You Want to Participate in: (Required) Weekend Beginner Kayak Camp Labor Day Weekend Kayaking Kid Ocoee Kayak Boot Camp Custom Group and Custom Dates (must have 4+ kids for custom group) 1st Preferred Program Date: (Required) Please let us know your 1st preferred program date: 2nd Preferred Program Date: Please let us know your 2nd preferred program date: 3rd Preferred Program Date: Please let us know your 3rd preferred program date: Please let us know your preferred custom group and custom program date: Please fill in all areas completely.
Participant Name: (Required) Participant Age: Please enter a number from 6 to 100 .
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Please respond to the following questions IN FULL SENTENCES to let us know why YOU should get one of these 10 spots. Why is it important for people to spend time outdoors? (Required) Please describe what you hope to gain from participating in this Need More Outdoors program: (Required) Commitment to Follow Through Space in Need More Outdoors programming is limited.
Please acknowledge the pledge below to show that you understand that accepting your spot commits you to participate in the camp. Please choose the option that applies to you: (Required) By accepting my scholarship, I pledge to also accept my spot in the camp. I understand that failure to follow through may disqualify me from further scholarships with Need More Outdoors.
I cannot commit to accepting my spot. I may or may not come. If you live in the far western counties here in the 828 area, you can apply for funding support to participate in Need More Outdoors programs, as well as Endless River Adventure kids camps.
Whether it is 50% or 100% of the cost of the program, we will lend a hand. Do not miss out on the opportunity to participate in as many programs as you want. Organizational Scholarship Application Role in Organization: (Required) Have you received a scholarship from Need More Outdoors before?
Organization Background: Who are you? What do you do? Program Information: What program are you applying for a scholarship for?
Why are you applying for a scholarship through Need More Outdoors? How does this adventure help you achieve your program goals? How much scholarship are you requesting from Need More Outdoors?
What exactly will these scholarship funds cover? Organizations looking to engage in outdoor pursuits can apply for funding support to cover gaps in costs for Need More Outdoors programs, to set up adventures with Endless River Adventures, or to collaborate with Need More Outdoors on specialized programs for your organization. We are here to help your young people get outdoors!
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Schools, teachers, and families in western North Carolina. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Need More Outdoors Scholarships and Sponsorships is funded by Need More Outdoors. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in North Carolina. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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