onX, the leader in outdoor digital navigation, today announced that the next application deadline for their Adventure Forever Grants will be August 16th, 2024. The Adventure Forever Grant program creates opportunities for nonprofits, land trusts, tribal nations, and other community groups to unlock funding for projects related to access and stewardship.
Access and Stewardship have been core values of onX since its founding in 2009. The company’s mission is to awaken the adventurer inside of everyone, and in doing so, has committed itself to conserving and protecting access to the natural landscapes that fuel our adventures. From 2018 to 2023, onX’s grant program has helped secure and improve public access to 154,000 acres, and support the maintenance and building of 255 miles of trails.
“The fast pace of land development and the increased usage from outdoor recreation in recent years have put added stress on our public lands, and with that comes risks of closure, in addition to degraded outdoor experiences. Improving access and promoting stewardship of our precious public lands is fundamental to the DNA of onX, and something we are continuously expanding upon.” said Corporate Philanthropy and Advocacy Manager at onX, Lisa Nichols.
Projects considered for grants include those that: acquire and conserve, protect access routes, build trails that give back, support voluntary private land access, restore trails and riding areas, and grow a community of stewards. Funding amounts will vary based on project type and location, but will typically fall between $5,000 and $25,000. All grantees must be based in the U.S. Applications will be accepted until August 16, 2024 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time.
To learn more about previous access success stories, and how onX is able to open up access to hunters and other outdoor enthusiasts, please read our story on the conservation of McDonald’s Ferry Ranch near Wasco, Oregon, which onX was able to help support in conjunction with Western Rivers Conservancy. This 4,054 acre parcel, which also opened up access to a previously landlocked 598 acre piece of BLM land, now provides an excellent opportunity for hunters, rafters, hikers, and fisherman along the John Day River.
Where there is access, stewardship is needed. Where there is stewardship, access is protected. The company believes that everyone should have access to nature, but with those experiences comes a great responsibility to take care of the places that fuel our pursuits. Grants distributed by onX power the conservation of the places and species we revere.
To learn more about onX’s Adventure Forever Grants program and their commitment to “Protecting Adventure Forever,” please visit https://www.onxmaps.com/onx-access-initiatives
About onX
Founded in 2009, onX is a pioneer in digital outdoor navigation, developing software that helps inform, inspire, and empower outdoor recreationists. onX Hunt, onX Offroad, and onX Backcountry make up the company’s suite of apps and are built by explorers for explorers. Because off-the-beaten-path experiences are at the heart of what onX does, the company also leads initiatives to protect and expand access to public land. Since 2018, onX has worked with various partners to secure and improve public land access through direct funding and by supporting key legislation with data analysis and research. Learn more: https://www.onxmaps.com/about
