Become a Founding Donor

Support Escalera Access during our inaugural year and help build a lasting foundation for accessible, hands-on learning in our community. Founding donors will receive lifetime recognition as founding supporters, with their names listed on the Escalera Access website and in other organizational recognition materials, unless they choose to remain anonymous.

Your support will forever be part of our organization’s first chapter.

Your Support Helps Provide:

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    Equipment Access
    Gently used and new outdoor and educational equipment that allows young people to learn through hands-on exploration.

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    Outdoor Experiences
    Opportunities for youth to explore local environments, participate in outdoor recreation, and build confidence through experience.

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    Hands-On Learning
    Free and accessible community programming that connects science, technology, movement, engineering, sustainability, and outdoor recreation.

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    Scholarships & Program Access
    Financial assistance that helps reduce barriers to participation in educational and outdoor programming.

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    Community & Educator Opportunities
    Workshops, community experts, and opportunities that connect people and with real-world knowledge and experiences.

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    Integrated Learning Your support helps create inclusive learning opportunities that bring people and communities together from across districts and cultural backgrounds.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Is my donation tax-deductible?

    Yes. Escalera Access is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and eligible donations are generally tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. We provide a donation receipt for your records.

  • Do you accept in-kind donations?

    Yes. We currently welcome gently used outdoor recreation gear and equipment for our educational Gear Investigation Library. This equipment will not be used for actual recreational activities. Instead, students will examine, compare, and investigate real-world gear as part of hands-on learning units focused on design, engineering, human performance, sustainability, and outdoor recreation.

  • Possibly! Many employers offer matching gift programs that can double or increase the impact of your donation to eligible nonprofits. Check with your employer or through your workplace giving platform to see if your company matches donations to Escalera Access. If your employer requires documentation or verification, we’re happy to provide the information needed to complete your match.