Our Whole-Child Approach

We believe that learning happens everywhere. That’s why our programming extends learning beyond the classroom and out into the world. Through our experiential learning programs, students learn important and enduring life lessons that complement academics and help them become confident, capable, and curious. 

Our mission is to provide a complete learning experience for the whole child. We recognize academics need to be complemented with experiential learning, as positive life experiences result in healthier outcomes in the long-term. We also believe in increasing access to these experiences, stepping in to fund partners who offer experiential learning opportunities to low-income kids throughout Santa Barbara County.

Benefits

Connecting physical, social-emotional, and academic learning

Supporting all learning styles and abilities through hands-on, experiential learning

Preparing children to thrive as adults with high-impact life skills programming

Improving classroom performance by providing balance beyond academics

Our Focus Areas

We are grantmakers who seek to fund meaningful programs and organizations that are as passionate about whole-child initiatives as we are and recognize the many benefits of this approach.

Nature-Based Learning

From school gardens to outdoor education programs, we work with partners providing opportunities for children to learn and play in local outdoor spaces. 

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Healthy Habits

We support programming that integrates movement and fun, including bicycling and swimming, helping kids create a foundation for healthy bodies for life. 

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Essential Life Skills

We partner with nonprofits offering programs such as ropes courses and financial literacy that help students build confidence and learn foundational skills for a lifetime.

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