Outsiders Ball Raise $265,000

The Outdoor Foundation, a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to inspiring and growing future generations of outdoor leaders, announced that more than $265,000 was raised and 1,000 products were donated – valued at $25,000 – at the 2015 Outsiders Ball. This funds will provide gear and funding to non-profit projects and college campuses, connecting more than 25,000 young people to the outdoors, says event organizers.

Nearly 850 industry individuals participated in the evening – taking part activities such as the Slack line Challenge, a 3-D chalk art experience and many other interactive experiences. Food and drinks were served to live music throughout the evening.

“We truly mixed party and purpose with over 55 brands and 850 individuals who brought great energy to the event while supporting the important work of helping young people get outside,” said Chris Fanning executive director of the Outdoor Foundation. “We especially want to thank our generous sponsors and those who donated and purchased silent auction items. And to every person who pedaled for a cause…you helped make the event extraordinary!”

The Outsiders Ball takes place each summer on ‘Night 0’ during Outdoor Retailer’s Summer Market. See photos of the 2015 Outsiders Ball.

Sponsors of the 2015 event include: Platinum: Levi’s, Backpacker, GORE-TEX, KEEN,  Outdoor Industry Association, Outdoor Retailer, Periscope, prAna, REI, SNEWS, SportsOneSouce, SSI Data, The Conservation Fund, The North Face, Thule, Vasque, W.L. Gore and Associates, Wolverine Worldwide Gold: Cat, Chaco, GSI Outdoors, Merrell,  Saucony, Timberland, Wolverine Silver: R.W. Baird, JanSport, LifeStraw, Marmot, Mountain Khakis, Smartwool, Vibram Bronze: Burton, Celestron, Lewis N. Clark, O.A.R.S, River Sports Outfitters, The NPD Group, Trout Unlimited, BIC Sport, Burley Project, Exxel Outdoors, Farm to Feet, GCI Outdoor Project Sponsors: CGPR, Denise Lee Yohn, Master Sportsman, Meridian Line, Mercury CSC,  Morgan Maassen, New Normal Consulting, Salazon Chocolate, Salomon, Sterling Ropes, True North Communications, Ultimate Direction, Western River Expeditions, Western Spirit Cycling Adventures, Wigwam, Max Frost Art and X20 Watersports.