Annual Giving
We connect people with nature and empower them to protect it.
Annual gifts are the foundation of Walking Mountains. More than 65% of our operating budget comes from individual donors, whose support enables us to advance our mission. Your annual contribution sustains hands-on environmental education for more than 6,000 schoolchildren and science-based experiences that reach over 400,000 people each year. By giving annually, you provide the consistent, flexible support needed to ensure our programs remain accessible, impactful, and responsive to our community—today and for generations to come.
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Donor Giving Levels
Please join our community of supporters who show their belief in natural science education, their passion for a life lived outdoors, and their commitment to a sustainable future by donating to Walking Mountains. Your generosity enables us to educate Eagle River Valley residents and visitors, helping us to fulfill our mission – to awaken a sense of wonder and inspire environmental stewardship and sustainability through natural science education.
Questions? Contact Sharon Schmidt, Vice President of Development at sharons@walkingmountains.org or 970.827.9725 ext. 118
Supporters |
Explorers |
Naturalists |
Edventure |
Edventure+ |
Champions |
Advocates |
Stewards | ||
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| $100 | $250 | $500 | $1,000 | $2,500 | $5,000 | $10,000 | $25,000 | ||
| Annual Report Recognition | |||||||||
| Complimentary Public Guided Hike(s) or Snowshoe Tour(s) |
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4 |
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| December Holiday Party | |||||||||
| Access to EdVenture Events | |||||||||
| Priority Summer Science Camp Registration |
Donation levels relate to donations made from 7/1/25 – 6/30/26 and the applicable benefits are available to the donor from 7/1/25 – 6/30/26.