We Outside!

We’re connecting the HBCU community to the great outdoors because there’s a whole world of potential, engaging with each other, enjoying time in nature, and leading its trillion-dollar industry.

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Our 2023 - 2024 Impact Report

campuses hosting our programs

500+

students Got Outside

$31,000+

funding allocated to student programs

3,000+

hours collectively spent in the outdoors

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Active Campuses

HBCUs Outside is a 501c3 non-profit providing HBCU students and faculty advisors with the resources and tools needed to build sustainable outdoor communities, lead outings, and engage with the outdoor industry.

Alabama A&M University

Benedict College

Bowie State University

Clark Atlanta University

Elizabeth City State University

Hampton University

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A Special Thank-You

Our valued partners share our passion for empowering HBCU students through outdoor exploration, community building, and professional opportunities. Together, we get students outside, drive impact, and foster lasting change for people and the planet.

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We’re Closing the Nature Gap.

Our founder, Ron Griswell, chops it up for the NAACP Image Awards, covering everything from the catalyst for creating the non-profit to the vision of helping HBCU students and alums get outside through recreation, education, and professional opportunities.

Listen To Our Founder’s Story, Featured by BET

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