Raising awareness and funds in Central Oregon
Central Oregon Gives is the very best place to give around the holidays because every donation you make is a chance for your favorite nonprofits to earn even more through matching grants. PLUS you’ll get special thank you for every donation over $25 from our generous incentive sponsors. A free pint of beer just for being a caring community member? Yes, please!
KICKING OFF OUR 19TH SEASON
PORTLAND
& BEND
OREGON
PORTLAND.
Sundays, January-March
Summit Pass in Government Camp
BEND.
Wednesday afternoons January-March
Hoodoo Ski Area in Sisters
Students for our 2022 season
Cost per student in 2022
Partner Organizations in Portland and Bend
ENGAGE PARTICIPANTS BOTH MENTALLY AND PHYSICALLY
A day on the hill helps the brain develop new pathways to manage challenges. This success broadens horizons, changes perspective and engages their ability to take on life’s hurdles.
About us
Snowdays is a 501(c)(3) organization that is 100% volunteer run by those involved in the snowboard industry or passionate about the benefits of snowboarding.
Founded one snow day in 2004 by professional snowboarder Travis Parker and his cousin, teacher Patrick Edwards in Portland.
Entering our eighteenth year, we have grown to offer twelve trips per season in Portland and are planning for our inaugural season on-snow in Bend, OR.
Release
Being in the outdoors and engaging in physical activity improves well-being and positive outlook.
Camaraderie
Student and mentor relationships are formed and strengthened because they are successful together.
Confidence
When the students overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles it teaches them to see challenges as opportunities.
Resiliency
Increasing self-esteem and long-term self-efficacy reduces problem behaviors for the group as a whole.
One of the best experiences i've had with our youth.
By working through challenges on the mountain, students gain self-confidence, strengthen relationships with mentors, and gain a deeper appreciation for the mountain.
