SOS Outreach

It's easy to always be looking ahead - the next season of programs, fundraising cycle, etc. But just as important is spending time to reflect. Thanks to the support of our community - donors, volunteers, brand, and grant partners - we were able to accomplish a lot, leaving an outsized positive impact on young people across our communities. Our programs are better when we work together and we couldn't accomplish all that we do without you.

Our Board Chair, Tod Francis is embarking on a massive cycling endeavor next week all with the goal to raise money for SOS programs. Learn more and make a contribution here: https://lnkd.in/gx9bmuUN

We’re excited to announce our second annual partnership with SOS Outreach and the launch of a special edition of Nordica Enforcer 94 skis! This unique project brings together 50 limited-edition pairs of skis, with 65% of profits going directly to help underrepresented youth discover the outdoors. Thank you to The Park Record Newspaper and Jonathan Herrera for capturing the excitement around the launch including commentary from our five incredible young people, including SOS Outreach alumni, who designed these all-mountain skis. They’re built for power, precision, and are available in a variety of lengths to suit all skill levels. A favorite among trail skiers, these skis offer exceptional versatility, delivering a smooth and stable ride on any terrain. They feature a fresh construction with a wood core and elastomer, a versatile waist width, and outstanding edge hold. The design is stunning, too: deep blue mountains with snowy white peaks and a pink sunset reflection, capturing the spirit of adventure. Head here for the skis: https://lnkd.in/ezv8VR6E Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/ePP3crDP

Five driven SOS alumni teamed up with Nordica and Christy Sports to design and bring to market a custom limited edition ski! These skis were refined and enhanced based on key insights from the?initial collaboration?in 2022. Using Nordica’s top-selling model, the Enforcer, our alumni maintained its core design while making subtle, yet important modifications to incorporate the spirit of SOS Outreach. 100% of profits from ski sales will directly benefit SOS programs Get yours today: https://lnkd.in/g3tuctHf A huge congrats to our alumni cohort for launching this ski(!): Vicente Flores, Jamie Rosales, Fernanda Landeros, Aaron Chaussignand, & Amelia Atencio

Last night I had the chance to join one of our mentor program meet and greets. This is the first time that mentors and their groups are connecting for the year to meet each other, set goals for the season, and agree as a full community on their norms. One area that I have often taken for granted in our programs and that was on full display last night is the power of trust. We have thousands of parents and caregivers and teachers and counselors who trust their kids with us, our programs, and our curriculum. It's something that I saw earned as kids were dropped off and their parents had such strong connections with our program leads and the mentors. Trust is not easily given and takes doing the right things consistently. I'm humbled to walk with a team doing that across our communities. Morgan Edwards Sara Koenigsberg Lake Tahoe Community College SOS Outreach

SOS Outreach is back on snow for the season! We kicked off our first mountain day of the year at Loveland Ski Area over the weekend with a Denver Mentor Training. Incredible part of this day is that three of the mentors are graduates of our programs who are coming full circle to support the next generation of participants as mentors, and each of them completed our career program. Never underestimate what a community of dedicated individuals can make happen. Brendan Heinkel Tarah Waters (She / Her) Matt Kelly Alison Canavan, MPA Andrew Ching John Sellers Loryn Roberson

What does Spread the Love mean to you? For SOS alum, Veronica Saint Jane, it means positively impacting the people around you. Today, we’re excited to share V’s interpretation of our heartfelt mantra “Spread the Love”, which they brought to life through a limited-edition sticker. Now through Dec. 31, you can Spread the Love by making a gift of $30 or more and receive this one-of-a-kind creation! Whether you rep it on your board, roof box, or water bottle, we encourage you to snap a photo and tag @sosoutreach with the hashtag #SpreadtheLove! Make your gift today: https://lnkd.in/gbt5mH9F #skiing #snowboarding #mentorship #seattle #snoqualmie #customsticker #community #giving #belonging

There’s magic in belonging. When we feel seen, heard, and valued, we unlock our true potential - not just as individuals, but as a community. Avery shares how her SOS #community helped her overcome the challenge of trying new things and provided her with a meaningful way to connect with others. Spread the love, build community. For our friends in Park City, all donations through #LivePCGivePC will be doubled thanks to Beano Solomon. Now’s your chance to make a difference in a young person’s life, just like Avery. Want to support a different community? Give where you live through sosoutreach.org/give #spreadthelove Park City Community Foundation

We are finally getting into the swing of things for this season of the SOS Outreach Mentor Program! We had our first workshop for Year 1, where the kids got to know the mentor and SOS group that they’ll be skiing/riding with this winter. We played some get-to-know-you games and our awesome mentors worked with their groups to set season goals for on and off the mountain. Here are some of my favorite photos from the night. I’m so grateful to these adult mentors who graciously give up their evenings and weekends to work with our youth. Excited to see this crew get on the mountain! Obligatory thank you Courtney Walters for being the most kick-ass role model and making sure I was ready to herd sixty 12-year-olds.

My work is focused on the power of partnerships and collaboration to create impacts far greater than any individual effort. Across our sites at SOS Outreach these past two weeks, we've hosted gear purchase programs to outfit kids in our mentor program with gear that they OWN! Here are just a few shots from Northstar California Vail Resorts Retail LLC where 90 kids got outfitted for the season this weekend. We're outfitting the kids with their soft goods and the shops are providing the hard goods. It's a huge part of our work to demonstrate that awesome kids belong on the mountain and they deserve to participate just as much as anyone else. #belongingmatters kaya carey Chris Dixon Kerry Vanderweit Glenn Stahlman Greg Sullivan