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Ways of Giving
People like you power every step forward in Muddy Sneakers’ mission to connect children with the natural world.
Our community makes this work possible, from families inspired by their child’s first outdoor learning adventure to donors who believe every student deserves access to nature.
Whether you give financially, volunteer, share expertise, or provide in-kind support, every contribution helps spark curiosity, build confidence, and foster a lifelong connection to the environment.
Join us in shaping a future where every child can learn, grow, and thrive in the outdoors.
Contribute
Muddy Sneakers is an outdoor education organization dedicated to connecting children with nature through hands-on, experiential learning. By partnering with schools, we promote science literacy and environmental stewardship and ensure all students have meaningful opportunities to experience the natural world.
Monthly Giving
By becoming a monthly donor, you provide Muddy Sneakers with a reliable source of support that helps sustain our outdoor education programs throughout the school year. Monthly giving is an easy and impactful way to make a lasting difference, turning a small recurring gift into a steady investment connecting children with the natural world.
Muddy Sneakers is registered with the Internal Revenue Service as a 501(c)(3) entity. Contributions to Muddy Sneakers are tax-deductible. Our Tax ID is: 26-0338084
Other Ways to Give
Donor Advised Funds (DAFs)
DAFs offer a flexible and strategic way to support Muddy Sneakers. With a DAF, you can contribute today, receive an immediate tax deduction, and recommend grants to the causes you care about most over time.
By choosing Muddy Sneakers as a recipient of your DAF gifts, you help lay the groundwork for future students to discover, explore, and connect with the natural world.
Gifts of Appreciated Stock or IRA
Gifts of Appreciated Stock or IRA, such as a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD), can help bring the joy of outdoor learning to more students while offering you potential tax advantages.
These gifts are a powerful way to support Muddy Sneakers’ mission and invest in a future where all children can connect with the natural world through hands-on education.
Estate Planning
We understand that your priority in estate planning is to care for your loved ones. Many supporters find that, after doing so, they can also leave a meaningful gift to a cause close to their heart.
Including Muddy Sneakers in your will, living trust, or by naming us as a retirement or investment account beneficiary is a lasting way to support future generations of children in discovering the wonders of the natural world.
Your legacy can help ensure that students continue to experience the joy, learning, and connection from time spent in nature.
We welcome giving pathways, including volunteering and gifts-in-kind! To discuss the right path for you, please contact Casey Therrien, Director of Development, at casey@muddysneakers.org or 919-391-6183.