What We Do
We achieve our mission by supporting outstanding leaders with:
- A deep wilderness experience designed to inspire personal vision and perspective
- Professional mentors to assist project development and execution
- Financial support for better world projects
- An annual forum to strategize for continuing success of better world projects
- An active network of collaborative leaders
"Our young leaders are part of a growing movement that is fundamentally changing the way society organizes itself and the ways we approach social problems."
-Ted Angle, Wild Gift President
“My life has changed because of this trip. I not only feel re-charged, I have more clarity in my personal purpose and vision, and how this aligns with my goals for a better world.”
-Josh Arnold, Wild Gift Leader, 2011
“To work with these inspirational leaders, knowing they will bring the spirit of the wilderness back into society through their projects, makes guiding the Wild Gift trek one of the most rewarding and interesting trips we run."
-Francie St. Onge, Sun Valley Trekking
“Times of great challenge present unexpected opportunities. There is a growing awareness about the urgent need for enlightened leadership and meaningful solutions. These young social entrepreneurs are so smart and tenacious, just spending time with them is invigorating. I am thrilled to be a part of this visionary organization.”
-Deborah Knapp, Wild Gift Executive Director
