Support the Fund
Your contribution strengthens a funding structure built on governance, transparency, and direct support for guides and participants.
Sustaining gifts provide the most stable support.
We use Zeffy, a platform that covers its own fees through optional donor tips, which means 100% of your donation reaches our mission.
This work exists because wilderness mentorship deserves stable, responsible support.Why Support
This Work?
Structured Stewardship
Funds are allocated according to a published model with clear percentage breakdowns.
Guide-Centered Infrastructure
We invest in the development, safety, and long-term sustainability of wilderness guides.
Participant Access
Scholarship structures ensure access without compromising program integrity.
Governance & Accountability
Board oversight and formal reporting guide every financial decision.
Founding Year (2025)2025 was dedicated to legal formation, governance development, and structural design.
No public funds were raised or distributed during this period.The first formal distribution cycle begins in 2026.2026 ALLOCATION MODEL
60% — Direct Guide & Participant Support
20% — Administrative Infrastructure
10% — Community Development
10% — Operating Reserve
Frequently Asked Questions-
Yes. Wilderness Pathfinder Connections is a registered 501(c)(3). Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. EIN: 33-3471172.
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Yes. Monthly, quarterly, and annual recurring options are available.
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All funds are distributed according to our published allocation model. See the Funding Model page for full breakdown.
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Yes. We welcome larger contributions and institutional partnerships.
For contributions above $5,000 or institutional partnerships, please contact us directly.
For larger contributions, donor-advised fund grants, or institutional partnerships, please contact us directly to begin a conversation.